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OPEN ME!: In today's vlog I'm working on my small town romance project and I'm nearly at the end. Naturally I'm overthinking everything and second guessing my choices. So I wanted to spend some time talking about self-doubt as a writer during the first draft process and things to keep in mind to help you just finish that first draft. I talk about perfectionism, doubt, common pitfalls, and ways to shift your mindset as you're working on your draft. I hope you enjoy! :) xx #writingadvice #writingvlog #cozyvlog #indieauthor In today’s vlog - 00:00-00:30 How my thoughts on first drafts have changed - 00:31-08:54 Cozy writing - 08:55-09:31 Writing update - 09:32-15:56 The two times you’re most likely doubt yourself during the 1st draft - 15:57-23:44 More cozy writing - 23:45-24:33 How to write page turning ends of chapters - 24:34-29:05 Is my ending anticlimactic? Writing struggles - 29:06-37:34 Even more cozy writing - 37:35-38:05 Perfectionism and 1st drafts (they’re called rough drafts for a reason) - 38:06-54:53 Get your copy of Forever Love London! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DKNZN7Y8 Sign up for my newsletter!: https://www.andreajseverson.com/email-sign-up Awesome writing tool! Link to buy the Supporters Edition 3 (affiliate link): https://gumroad.com/a/572558163 By purchasing through the affiliate link there is no extra cost to you but I will get a small commission for the sale. Learn more about Bibisco! https://bibisco.com Check out the Independent Hearts Series: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DZMG8Q9 Check out the Across the Pond series! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08NB3Q7W7 Buy More Than Fate! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B094CWJMLX (This link is the US store but you can search in your country's Amazon store to find it as well!) Join the Across the Pond Facebook Group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2195819180714856 You need to request to join, but everyone is accepted, we just want to keep spammers out. :) Let’s connect! Instagram: @andreajeanseverson https://www.instagram.com/andreajeanseverson/ Twitter: @SeversonSimotti https://twitter.com/SeversonSimotti My blog: http://researchandramblings.blogspot.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AndreaJeanSeverson/ And follow along on my writing journey and experience on IG at @andreajseverson https://www.instagram.com/andreajseverson/ Learn more about my freelance writing coaching business at: https://www.andreajseverson.com/ Wanna send me mail? Letters and large envelopes can be sent here: Andrea Severson PO Box # 12851 Scottsdale, AZ 85267 Packages can be sent here: Andrea Severson 8175 E. Evans Dr. # 12851 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 Music: All music is from Epidemic Sound, a subscription service for copyright free music for creators, or the YouTube Audio Library. Disclaimer: All thoughts and opinions expressed on this channel are entirely my own. None of the products featured or mentioned are sponsored. Any links included are just to provide you with more info, they are not affiliate links.