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A Writer With No Words Left To Write

A Writer With No Words Left To Write

A writer with no words left to write

Just a has-been cliché now

A writer who needs a drink

What a surprise to none

Greatest novel ever written

Stuck in her head

Yet none of the words ever flow

When will it be her turn

To be the greatest writer the world has known

Just like she always dreamed

When she was a little girl

So she sits at her desk and waits

For the words to come

Even though she knows

They never do and never will

About “A Writer With No Words Left To Write”:

This is yet another response to Kevin’s No Theme Thursday post. I swear, it’s like this image was made for me. I’ve been dealing with a little bit of a writers block and that’s what I currently look like except I’m not that good looking as the girl in the image lol.

The writers block is also why I have been sharing more poetry recently. I haven’t had too much inspiration or energy to write about other topics. And for me, poetry is a bit easier. It just comes naturally. And the prompts help me feel a little more creative.

What did you think of “A Writer With No Words Left To Write”? If you’re a writer, do you ever experience writers block? If so, how do you deal with it? And what advice would you give someone experiencing writers block? Let me know in the comments below because I would absolutely love to hear from you. Or simply just stop by and say hi!

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115 responses to “A Writer With No Words Left To Write”

  1. Sadje Avatar
    Sadje

    Some acclaimed authors tell us to just write and the story will appear eventually.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      I think that’s good advice. Just keep writing and eventually you’ll get to where you want to be.

      Reply
      1. Sadje Avatar
        Sadje

        Yes indeed. It’s true for me too

        Reply
  2. John Avatar
    John

    I think the poem is a bit sad, she wants create the best work of her career.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Yeah, I think so too. 💔

      Reply
      1. John Avatar
        John

        😢

        Reply
  3. Stephanie (SingingGecko) Avatar
    Stephanie (SingingGecko)

    One thing is, keep writing. Even if it feels dry and clunky, keep going. I wrote only about TV shows for a while because it was all I could write about. One line in front of another, I “wrote my way out” etc.

    <3

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Yeah, I think that’s the best way to beat writers block. We can’t stop writing.

      Reply
  4. Darryl B Avatar
    Darryl B

    Beautiful, Pooja… as Stephanie said, don’t let up! 😎

    “There is nothing to writing. All you do is sit down at a typewriter and bleed.” ~ Hemingway

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much! That’s a really accurate quote from Hemingway.

      Reply
  5. rachelramdhan Avatar
    rachelramdhan

    I’ve taken a hiatus a few times well but lately I realised the hiatus is not working out so I am pushing my way through the writer’s block and forcing myself in a sense to write.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      I think forcing yourself to write helps a lot, at least in my experience. Even if it’s not the best thing you’ve ever written it keeps us on our toes.

      Reply
  6. Warren Avatar
    Warren

    not writers block, but runners block, a life block…..not the best of advise, when I was freelancing, I would just start and write whatever…..I wonder if it’s like running….you start off, even just walk, for maybe just 10 minutes, and if it’s not happening, just think of quiting…..eventually things just click in….

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Yeah, I think it’s very similar to writing. You just keep writing no matter what and eventually you feel inspired again.

      Reply
  7. Geoff Stamper Avatar
    Geoff Stamper

    Great piece of writing by you. I never have writer’s block because I am always willing to write down stream of consciousness drivel. Eventually it triggers something I like but nothing even remotely close to the greatest writing “the world has ever known!”

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much. I always enjoy your writing and I think it’s pretty great.

      Reply
  8. Sanjay Ranout Avatar
    Sanjay Ranout

    Sometimes we have wordless moments leaving us in nothing state.. nicely expressed Pooja

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Yes, absolutely. Thanks so much.

      Reply
  9. Joseph Glidden Avatar
    Joseph Glidden

    I grok your poem today. In my case, it is not so much writer’s block but a lack of motivation. I am hoping it will pass after a short break and some rest.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      I feel like that too, I’m not feeling inspired to write. Yeah, get some rest and maybe you’ll feel better.

      Reply
  10. travelsavvywanderer Avatar
    travelsavvywanderer

    The poem surely captures the reality experienced by writers at some point or the other…writer’s block is often a psychological response…lack of motivation, something troubling us in our unconscious, stress…well so many possible reasons 🙁 but on a positive note it is temporary and it is important to acknowledge that one is suffering from writer’s block … as usual thanks for this interesting posts Pooja!

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much. Yes, I think it’s psychological too. Thankfully so, it never lasts too long. Thanks! ☺️

      Reply
  11. byngnigel Avatar
    byngnigel

    Totally relatable. In my early days of writing I would experience writers block. But I have more recently begun to approach it differently. Writing is a part of my daily schedule, even if it’s journaling. Therefore I do not allow myself to say that I have writer’s block, just on some days, I may not have something I’m willing to share with the world.🤭 As for my storytelling and poetry, much of it is about sticking to the plan, and getting into character. Exhausted minds aren’t creative, so sometimes a rest is needed. So continue with the poetry, and of course journal everyday, but do take a rest from the creative process if that’s what you need to do. You’re just going through a creative reset, the mind never ceases to be imaginative.
    You got this Pooja G.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much. I think writing is one of those things that you need to practice daily or you lose your touch and end up with writers block. Thanks again 😊

      Reply
  12. Vanya Wryter Consulting Avatar
    Vanya Wryter Consulting

    One time I wasn’t sure what to say so I started to write poetry in a made-up language by writing what I thought words sounded like in foreign languages. I ended up focusing on sounds and rhythm of language instead of meaning. It was an interesting exercise.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      That’s so interesting and a fun exercise to get back into a creative space.

      Reply
  13. barbtaub Avatar
    barbtaub

    Except… you are NOT that girl. You haven’t been sitting around waiting to be a writer. You’ve been blogging, practicing, honing — writing.

    I can’t write poetry, because it intimidates the hell out of me when every word has to carry the weight of boulders and resonate like bells. You wrote an entire novel in your poem here, while I’d be floundering around with thousands of words.

    You ARE a writer. (And, I’m sure many would agree, loads more attractive too.)

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Absolutely, I’m so glad I pursued blogging and other forms of writing. It helped a lot. Thanks so much for your encouragement, really means a lot to me.

      Reply
  14. Manoj Mehra Avatar
    Manoj Mehra

    Many times, we don’t have anything to write or we do have thoughts but we are not able to put those thoughts on paper. It’s better to not write anything than to write mediocre content for the sake of writing something.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Yes, that’s how I’ve been feeling.

      Reply
  15. singlikewildflowers Avatar
    singlikewildflowers

    I’ve hit a writer’s block for many months now! And writing scares me. Isn’t it crazy that what I love to do actually gives me so much fear?!

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Oh no, I’m so sorry to hear that but honestly I can very much relate. It’s so sad but it happens. Hope you’re able to move past the fear and write again soon!

      Reply
      1. singlikewildflowers Avatar
        singlikewildflowers

        I hope so too!

        Reply
  16. Destiny Avatar
    Destiny

    yet you still come up with such fantastic weaves, Pooja …
    to some of us who might still be a little new to writing…much hope here😉

    will be back to read your comments 🤭….some wonderful advice shared here🤍

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much, yes do come back to read the comments. We have very wise bloggers here leaving great comments 😊💕

      Reply
      1. Destiny Avatar
        Destiny

        all great advice and shares as I read through.

        pleasure and thank you for these shares, Pooja 🤍

        Reply
        1. Pooja G Avatar
          Pooja G

          🤗💓

          Reply
  17. Opher Avatar
    Opher

    That’s one thing I never seem to suffer from. Quite the opposite.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      That’s so lucky!

      Reply
  18. J M Negi Avatar
    J M Negi

    The read itself is a nice testimony of the gifted flair for writing. I remember a satire long published about ‘what to write on’. The writer kept on discussing many topics of different nature from all spheres of life and ended up writing a good piece just like that. Nice one and my best wishes. Thanks.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much. That’s so interesting and a good way for the writer to publish something without actually writing something.

      Reply
  19. Clurichaun Avatar
    Clurichaun

    I am definitely feeling this.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      So sorry to hear that. I hope we both feel better soon.

      Reply
      1. Clurichaun Avatar
        Clurichaun

        Likewise, good lady.

        Reply
        1. Pooja G Avatar
          Pooja G

          💕😊

          Reply
          1. Clurichaun Avatar
            Clurichaun

            🥰💖

            Reply
  20. Jaye Marie and Anita Dawes Avatar
    Jaye Marie and Anita Dawes

    I know this feeling only too well, but we should never say never…

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Yes, I think the best cure for writers block is just to keep writing. It may not be our best work but that’s okay.

      Reply
      1. Jaye Marie and Anita Dawes Avatar
        Jaye Marie and Anita Dawes

        But it could well be!

        Reply
  21. aastha Avatar
    aastha

    I felt the same while looking at the image that it was made for me 😄. I think the only way to come out of a writer’s block is to keep on writing 😊

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Haha yes, that image is so relatable for us writers. True, even if it isn’t our best writing we need to keep writing just for the sake of practice.

      Reply
  22. Rita Avatar
    Rita

    I think all writers experience writer’s block! For me, with my crazy busy life, I do something else for a while until it passes.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Yes, I think most of us experience it once in a while. Taking a break definitely helps!

      Reply
  23. utahan15 Avatar
    utahan15

    nothing is something
    as anything is anathema to us
    words and letters
    serif stroke
    to you thus i spoke
    lmao

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Lol

      Reply
      1. utahan15 Avatar
        utahan15

        write. every day. say hey i m here in kenya. can ya dig it. lmao

        Reply
        1. Pooja G Avatar
          Pooja G

          Lol, yup I plan to do just that

          Reply
      2. utahan15 Avatar
        utahan15

        we cannot choose our family. i hope your s is kinder than mine.

        Reply
        1. Pooja G Avatar
          Pooja G

          It has its pros and cons.

          Reply
          1. utahan15 Avatar
            utahan15

            as per mr johnson. call the md cos she s comin back and you know what for aye aye o shake ya foundationz. and the like

            Reply
  24. DEVANG UPADHYAYA Avatar
    DEVANG UPADHYAYA

    If you are a writer you will experience this.

    A writer cannot be same everyday. They cannot feel the same everyday.

    Different people get excited and inspired with different thing.

    I hope whatever you are dealing with, ends soon and you can find some peace.

    Take your time dearest friend.
    Do what you think is the best. I won’t be telling you what Pooja has to do. But, I will tell my dear friend to listen to her heart.

    Reply
    1. DEVANG UPADHYAYA Avatar
      DEVANG UPADHYAYA

      and Yes, poem!!

      Love it.

      I also love your work.

      You are my favorite blogger because you make me experience following 10 different bloggers at the same time.
      So unpredictable and so efficient.
      Whenever we meet, I will take your autograph. I need that book tho.

      and Okay will gift you some sukhi kachoris (I had one recently brought by my uncle from Gujarat. He lives there. Can’t have much, as diet doesn’t allow ).

      Reply
      1. Pooja G Avatar
        Pooja G

        Thanks, so glad you enjoyed the poem. And all my other random content lol.

        I have some sukhi kachoris right now since I got a bunch from India when my dad went but thanks. Yes, they’re super unhealthy but one every few days is okay.

        Reply
        1. DEVANG UPADHYAYA Avatar
          DEVANG UPADHYAYA

          and you didn’t came to India???

          How rude is that 🙁

          Reply
          1. Pooja G Avatar
            Pooja G

            If I could have, I would have 😭

            Reply
            1. DEVANG UPADHYAYA Avatar
              DEVANG UPADHYAYA

              🥹

              Reply
    2. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Yes, I think most writers experience this occasionally.

      Thanks so much.

      Reply
  25. Narisa Wahlang Avatar
    Narisa Wahlang

    Another great poem! 👏🏼👏🏼
    Every writer aims to be the greatest writer or write the greatest story ever told.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much! Yes, I think we all aim for that 😊

      Reply
  26. A & J PEI Treasures/E Jean Simpson, BEd, BA, MA Avatar
    A & J PEI Treasures/E Jean Simpson, BEd, BA, MA

    Hope that things will even out for you. Good that you are able to be inspired by the pictorial post.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks, I hope so too.

      Reply
  27. WellsFiction Avatar
    WellsFiction

    The struggle is so real!

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      It is!

      Reply
  28. Dawn Pisturino Avatar
    Dawn Pisturino

    It seems like the words won’t come when we want them to the most!

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Yes, that’s exactly the problem!

      Reply
  29. Kymber Hawke Avatar
    Kymber Hawke

    I really feel for her because I’ve been in this situation more than once. I think the advice to keep writing anyway is good. Sometimes it’s the hardest to get going but once you do, hopefully, the words come.

    I love this piece and I love what you did with NTT. 🧡🏵️🐈

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Yeah, I think most of us writers have been in that situation. True, I think all we can do is keep writing and one day we’ll write something great.
      Thanks so much 😊💕

      Reply
  30. Cindy Georgakas Avatar
    Cindy Georgakas

    how well I know this Pooja! Did you write it for me.. lol💓

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Haha, I wrote it with all of us bloggers in mind! 😅

      Reply
  31. Mary K. Doyle Avatar
    Mary K. Doyle

    Hi Pooja, when I am looking for inspiration, I read other people’s works, watch a play or dance, listen to music, go to an art museum, walk in nature, quilt, or clean and organize the house. We can’t force it. Inspiration comes while experiencing other art forms.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      That’s great, yes sometimes we have to just take a break and breathe. Thanks so much. I’ve been trying to read more because that helps a lot.

      Reply
  32. Doug Avatar
    Doug

    When I was a kid I wrote the greatest novel ever written when our family was captured by pirates on a fishing boat where they forced us to fish, cut bait, and write bawdy novels for their entertainment, and the ship got caught in a violent storm. They were very demanding and expected a profound romantic comedy and murder mystery about a mermaid Mystery Writer who lived next door to Jessica Fletcher and Colombo the detective. I finished the novel and it was the Greatest Novel Ever Written. But a huge whale swallowed the whole ship with us on it. Everyone was lost at sea except for me because I had hidden a hack saw in my book. I escaped the whale but was unable to save the book. I’ve tried to get over my fear of the ocean by writing on boats but the whale keeps stealing my book just as I finish it. The whales get bigger and bigger and now there are Sharknados. I think I’ll try whisky and offer it to the pirate lady when she comes into port with Port She’s got a writer’s block and tackle that she uses to lower the life boats.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Whiskey makes everything better, in my opinion.

      Reply
  33. Eugi Avatar
    Eugi

    I can totally relate, Pooja, but we should never give up. Eventually the words will come. 💕

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much and yeah I think it’s important to keep writing even when we don’t feel like it 💕

      Reply
      1. Eugi Avatar
        Eugi

        You’re welcome, Pooja.

        Reply
  34. Carol anne Avatar
    Carol anne

    I loved it Pooja! You are a very good poet! 🙂 <3

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much!! ☺️

      Reply
  35. Milena Alien Avatar
    Milena Alien

    Hey Pooja, I hear you loud and clear, writers block is very real. Recently I found a book in a thrift store which has a lot of writing prompts, it’s for mental health mostly but also for mindful memoirs. Anyways, the name of the book is A Mindful Way: Eight weeks to happiness by J. Seward-Magee. I find it super helpful for overcoming a writers block. Another book I’m reading right now is Educated by Tara Westover, it makes me analyze and write about things long gone. These two have a tremendous impact on me so I am sharing them just in case.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much for understand what I’ve been going through. Both of those sound interesting, I’ll keep them in mind. I’m glad you found them helpful.

      Reply
      1. Milena Alien Avatar
        Milena Alien

        The memoir is a bit tough, just saying

        Reply
        1. Pooja G Avatar
          Pooja G

          Okay, thanks for letting me know.

          Reply
  36. ianscyberspace Avatar
    ianscyberspace

    Excellent

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you.

      Reply
  37. Steve Avatar
    Steve

    Nice job! I think poetry is a good form to play around with when you’re experiencing writer’s bock as it gets some words down that encourage you to keep going, plus you can get your thoughts down in free form.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it. True, poetry is great for writers block because it gives you a lot of space to be creative.

      Reply
  38. thoughtsnlifeblog Avatar
    thoughtsnlifeblog

    Great poem, and narration. I think I am struggling with this right now, and forcing myself out of this. But I don’t drink – lol

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much. I’m so sorry you’re struggling with it too but keep writing, it helps. Even if it’s not your best stuff or you don’t feel like it. Lol, don’t start drinking then it doesn’t make anything better 😅

      Reply
      1. thoughtsnlifeblog Avatar
        thoughtsnlifeblog

        Lol – I don’t drink regardless. Lol. But, thanks for the support and advise. I certainly planning to get back into blogging on WordPress.com

        Reply
  39. Tom Avatar
    Tom

    I can definitely relate to this! 🙂 Sometimes the motivation dries up and it can be a real chore putting pen to paper. Taking a break in nature to disconnect in a fresh environment doeshelp reset for next time <3

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you! Yes, unfortunately so. Taking a break really helps a lot especially when dealing with burnout.

      Reply
      1. Tom Avatar
        Tom

        P.S. I’ve recently privatised my site because of an uptick in spam commentators, but I’ve sent you a fresh invite if you’d like to continue reading the weekly flashfics 🙂

        Reply
        1. Pooja G Avatar
          Pooja G

          I noticed that and accepted, thanks for sending it. I definitely want to continue reading your posts. Spam is out of control these days so I understand.

          Reply
  40. tenzenmen Avatar
    tenzenmen

    “When will it be her turn”

    When indeed? Why wait?

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Indeed.

      Reply
  41. cheryloreglia Avatar
    cheryloreglia

    I feel that way sometimes, the words don’t come, I can’t even think of a story to tell. The thing is when I finally sit down and write even a sentence or two, the words start coming, the ideas flow and before I know it, I have a new post! Keep writing. Hugs, C

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Absolutely, I think we just need to start writing or at least try to write and we’ll get back into it. That usually happens to me too. Thanks!

      Reply
  42. Dainelle A. Avatar
    Dainelle A.

    Can absolutely relate. Been stuck in this state for years now. Just finding my way out.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      I’m sorry to hear that and hope you’re able to find your way out.

      Reply
  43. Mthobisi Magagula Avatar
    Mthobisi Magagula

    Wonderful poem here Pooja in response to Kevin’s No Theme Thursday Post💯😀

    Also, as a Writer I have to say, there is no shame in just staring at a blank screen or a piece of paper with no words to write, that means your mind has not yet received the idea needed to be transformed in writing form. Remember Pooja that writing a novel is not a walk in the park, it needs patience, time and effort💯📕📔💡🕯

    The best way to eradicate the Writers block, it is to just give it time, read more books, listen to music it does help boost your mood💯💖

    Lastly, I want to insert this quote by Walt Disney that can help a struggling Author📔 or Writer with writing
    “All our dreams can come true only if we have the courage to pursue them” 🙏🕯

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much. True, we all have moments of when we feel like we don’t have anything to write and that’s okay. Writing is definitely hard work ✍🏼

      That’s a great quote, thank you for sharing it☺️

      Reply
  44. Rochdalestu Avatar
    Rochdalestu

    A writer is bound by language as to what words they can write, sometimes there just isn’t enough words to describe what you are thinking or feeling

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Yeah, that’s the problem. Something there just aren’t enough words.

      Reply
      1. Rochdalestu Avatar
        Rochdalestu

        It’s like the times I am with my psychiatrist and I try to explain how I’ve been feeling but there’s nothing in my vocabulary that justifies my experiences. Sometimes you use a word that’s close to the meaning but it dumbs down the severity or emphasis of what you mean. Who are we to create a new word though?!?

        Reply
        1. Pooja G Avatar
          Pooja G

          Can relate, I have the same problem.

          Reply

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