Writing In this chapter you will find pointers and information on how to get started writing; on forming ideas and organizing a draft� You will also find several examples and guidelines for writing the different types of texts that are common in school assignments and professional life�
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Yes you can! Regardless of whether you are an experienced writer or one who usually struggles to express yourself in writing, it can happen – writer’s block� It is that horrible feeling when you simply cannot get the words inside your head down on paper – or worse still – when there are no words inside your head� This is particularly common and frustrating if you have a deadline to keep� The good news is that there are ways to get around it� Writer’s block can be of two types: a) getting stuck in the middle of a text and b) not being able to start at all� If you are of the kind who gets stuck halfway through your text the problem is easily solved – it usually means that you have been working too long without a pause� Do something else for a while – take a walk, do the dishes, or anything to get your mind off your text� When returning to it, it will be with new eyes and fresh energy� In order not to get stuck when writing an essay in school make sure you are well prepared and plan your writing session so as to have enough time to revise your text� On the other hand, if your writer’s block is of the kind where you simply cannot get started you might need some more assistance� Read the advice on pp� 72 – 73�
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