10 Habits of Highly Successful Writers

[@VivienReis]

What do y'all think of my earlier upload time??

[@keatonmcjosh5920]

As an Australian I got this in the evening rather than the next morning... I approve

[@rivermay109]

Agreed ❤

[@gainesdominique]

I live on KZbin so thanks. Any time is good for me.

[@sarahfenlonfalk]

I usually watch videos in the mornings so I’m happy with the time!

[@PlanetESPYREX]

I love your work as much as I love you

[@ryanmedina5090]

Early upload time means I have some stuff to listen to while I work. That makes me happy!

[@aimeepartain1248]

How do you build a "fanbase", if you haven't finished a book? I get having social medias but what do you put on them if you are in the middle of working? What do you post when outlining or character development without giving away spoilers? THis has been bothering me for a long time and no one seem to have the answer.

[@MandiLynnWrites]

A great thing you can do is talk about your writing without giving away spoilers. What are the highs and lows of writing? You can also teach. Talk about the craft of writing and and how you write your novels. 😊

[@gsimon123]

I was going to say that I like the idea of uploading weekly or bi-weekly videos documenting your writing process. Don't spoil anything about the book but let people know what your current state of writing feels like that week. I think it will also be cathartic to you AND help you stay disciplined. If people slowly start to follow your videos then you will feel responsible to make the video on recurring deadlines. If you don't have anything to report because you didn't get any writing done then you'll feel like crap not being able to talk about anything new.

[@Agentmg17]

You can post the playlist you're using to write, or images you're using as inspiration, some images of yourself so people can get to know you. Also, make writer friends to share with, ask questions to, etc.

[@J.X.Sanchez777]

Well the fisrt finish the book and the rest will fall into place

[@johnafagerquist8235]

Your presentation is always a pleasure. You seem kinda down today. I hope things are well with you. You are one (I only have a few) of my main sources for information and inspiration. While I struggle with most of the things you just listed, I feel as though I will get there. Thank you for the succint list. Even though most of it hurt a little. I direct people to your channel whenever the opportunity arises. You are a blessing to the writing community.

[@santanasg8445]

Awesome tips! Definitely agree, successful authors (and people!) work harder and harder everyday, & specially artists, don't just sit around waiting for inspiration, or waiting for the oportunity to knock on their door, they make them themselves!

[@michelleHigg1]

This is actually very relevant to writing a thesis (which I am doing right now/putting off right now). Thanks for the reminder to keep chipping away 😊

[@samanthajungers8442]

michelleHigg1 I’m really glad I wrote a thesis, but boy was it a lot of work.

[@TimRG]

MichelleeHigs Keep working at it. It will pay off in the end when you get it done instead of putting it off. Out of curiosity what is your thesis on?

[@AllegroFitnessLondon]

As for advice, I'm not a highly successful author, so I don't have tips. However, in dance when I'm creating a choreography, I find discussing ideas with people often gives me ideas and inspiration. Doesn't necessarily need to be a conversation about the choreography itself, but recently have been making a gameshow themed choreo. Talking about gameshows with people gave me a lot of ideas and insight. I have been doing this with my husband, discussing ideas and themes in the book, as well as the plot. It's given me a lot of ideas for cool extra details I can add as well as making me aware of possible plot holes before I finish writing.

[@KSouthworth]

I love how this list helps me beat back my fears. Something that has helped me over the years is keeping every piece of criticism in a file. You're not always ready to learn from it at the time you receive it. Even if you think you know what it means when you first get it, sometimes you get even more from it when you look at it later.

[@WriteHollyDavis]

Great list! And I love an early upload time cause I get motivation right away in the morning!

[@vasanthkumar3685]

But I like this time

[@WriteHollyDavis]

That's what I said. I like this early time. :)

[@vasanthkumar3685]

@@WriteHollyDavis 😜😝 oh! For me it is evening.

[@charleseagan2381]

This is all new to me, I greatly enjoy your videos, they have been a nice introduction into this field, thanks!

[@TimRG]

Awesome video. It is always good to have a reminder that it takes time and hard work to get your book out there.

[@MandiLynnWrites]

Can’t wait to see what your course is Vivien! Great video as always!

[@sarahfenlonfalk]

Yes! I recharge by watching TV or movies too and have been down on it in the past until I realized I needed to give myself permission for it! I’d love to hear how you organize or schedule your writing goals and activities. I’ll have to look back to see if you’ve already made that video :)

[@rishipendyala4821]

This was really helpful. Please, next time, could include more tips about the WRITING PROCESS and habits that can help you actually finish the novel.

[@beebuzz959]

Check out The Now Habit and the UNschedule.

[@beebuzz959]

Oh, and you can get It from the library. The author Neil Fiore also is on here - worth a view. I like several books, but another is Drawing in the Right Side of the Brain. Also The Brain, the Users Guide. And The Power of Habit. I got them all from the library, and some I ended up purchasing.

[@jonsey_2730]

I love you, you’re one of my favorite KZbinrs and you’re so talented. I borrowed your book from my friend and I only got a few chapters in. I LOVED your book. The style, the characters, everything, was so good. I plan to get it soon. Love you!!

[@tundranone8366]

I came here to hear good writing advice, I didn't expect all this good life advice.

[@LordHammerhand]

Thanks for the insights!!

[@NourZikra]

Great video as always! Everything you said is spot on. I think over the years I've conditioned myself to welcome feedback. At the end of the day, I'd rather know what's flawed in my manuscript early on in the editing phase than later on when the book is out in the world and people are holding torches at my door for not fixing those writing flaws. Something I did learn about being successful as a writer is to never be afraid to ask those I trust to help me sort through initial writing ideas. Having someone else's thoughts is a great way to ensure I don't run into major plot holes later on in the writing process. Plus, having them help out initially is a great motivator since they feel invested and want to see me succeed all the way through. I think that applies to all fields of work too. Most importantly, it's okay to write in our own style and not be like x author. I've had to learn that after years of writing. In the end, embracing our unique writing style and voice will help us succeed by standing out better than attempting to copy someone else's style and voice.

[@heartsandwhodunits8813]

Great video, and by the way, you sneezed so bless you!

[@VivienReis]

Thank you!! 🤣

[@patnull]

I love your content, Vivian. I specifically love this video. What I would really like is a video or a series of videos on how to market yourself. Like, how to implement a system of when someone goes to your blog, they have to sign up for a newsletter(what are the logistics of that?) or what to include in a newsletter or how to give away free stuff or maybe an example schedule of how much time to spend on social media vs. your writing vs. marketing yourself. Right now, it's all squishy-squashy in my mind of how to do all that. :-)

[@talimediaart]

This was super helpful! I'll be sure to check your book because the title is very cool.

[@chancer9170]

Your videos are so great I’m glad I found them

[@suzannelaforce6988]

I recharge and become inspired at the same time by watching and reading things of the time period and genre of the novel I'm writing... If I'm writing a novel that takes place in Victorian times I might watch wonderful Victorian dramas. If I'm writing a novel of the Old West I watch Western movies. [Yes, and I research, research, research... I've come to love researching because so many of the facts I find are fascinating!!!]

[@danthemantrading2851]

I always look forward to your videos. They are always helpful. Thanks

[@rauldempaire5330]

Thank you for the free novel, it was interesting....thank you for the info as well.

[@rachaelmarie3194]

Totally get the FOMO thing 💙 Love your videos and thank you for this. A dose of extra motivation 💙💙

[@karennowicki330]

Thank you! Great and helpful advice! 👏🏻🙌🏻👍🏻🙋🏻‍♀️

[@GoodChords1]

Great video. Love the new format and your transitions. Seems like everyone has updated their writing channels this summer! This video needs your dog though. :(

[@DoomsDayOff]

What platform will the courses be on? I would be sure to pick it up if it was on Udemy.

[@suzannelaforce6988]

Thank you, Vivien...

[@heres.someart]

Vivien, I know I'm late to the party, but can you make a video on naming your characters. I'm writing a book and I found naming my characters difficult.

[@talkabout2892]

Great stuff VR

[@gainesdominique]

Thanks for the videos. They help greatly. More than you know.

[@bookswithalyssaj449]

thanks for all the tips!

[@MrFree2nest]

You look so fresh I could hardly believe I am watching a writer when most writers I know ar either old or looking old and grey because of smoking.

[@AllegroFitnessLondon]

You saw wrong, I was subsribed aready....AND notification bells. :D Definitely my new fav channel

[@mahamo92]

Thanks for your sweet tips 😌😍👏

[@Niranjankumar-d8h1q]

Can you do a video about movie screenplay?

[@jamesconway3620]

HI Viv, what format is the best for writing to upload to a publisher? Thanks

[@zubaerchaudhari8267]

Vivien Reis I love you so so very much

[@alabamajenny8751]

You have such a beautiful, commercial look. Have you considered working in commercial/ acting or print work? I enjoy your content so much. Thank you.

[@nikkireigns]

Okay, okay, I'll subscribe! Didn't know you could see me 😳

[@johnpauldagondong2720]

that Marketing thing daunts me 😱😱

[@grimmdanny]

Luckily I have no shame, so asking for feedback will never be a problem for me. The only real issue I have is that my full-time job as a software developer means I am writing code all day, every day. And by the time I get into wanting to write something, even if it's a bit of slow progress, most times I can't. Hands, fingers are tired. Brain is burnt out. I am looking at text all day long and the last thing I want to see is more of it. It's gotten so bad that I might write at most ONE paragraph per day. But I guess that's "progress."

[@keatonmcjosh5920]

luv ur videos Vivien!!!!

[@CozyWriter1307]

Vivien! I signed up for your courses and I would dieeee to be a beta! love you girl!

[@vasanthkumar3685]

Hey how is the course

[@theatheistpaladin]

My number 1 advice is... Quit. If you can't, then do the work.

[@beebuzz959]

I agree. Except I also understand not being able to quit while also not being able to write. For those people, maybe check out The Now Habit.

[@beebuzz959]

And there are plenty other books too, and all can be gotten from the library.

[@theatheistpaladin]

There is no such thing as not being able to write unless someone crushed your hands.

[@crookedjs]

Solid advice 👍

[@tarquinnff3]

Very helpful. Thanks. :D

[@theeducatedwriter6754]

Loved these tips. Especially the one about continuing to learn and read writing craft books or books outside my genre.

[@filmreader3064]

Love your content

[@thewritersscene2072]

How does one work on multiple projects? I cant seem to balance that one. Im willing to learn.

[@beebuzz959]

I say do what works for you, as in don't fix something that's not broken. However, it builds Neuro pathways in your brain to give other things a try, and can advance you. Venturing beyond what you know and what works for you is hard and challenging, seemingly impossible, but if you keep chipping away at trying a new thing, that will help. Just because something doesn't happen right off and seems like you've failed at it, usually means you're starting new neural pathways. It's impossible not to build those, but the beginning stages seem like nothing's happening and you've failed. Check out "the unschedule" from The Now Habit - only Neil Fiore, the author, is the one who explains it accurately, at least from what I've found, so ignore the others on here. Be realistic in how many things you can accomplish, and UNschedule with those in mind, revisiting your goal weekly. And check out the most recent version of Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. I know it's drawing, but read the introduction to it and the chapter on applying it to other practices.

[@beebuzz959]

And you can get them from the library.

[@eddingtonmcclane6963]

Thank you for your comments on having a thick skin. This is wise. Austen, herself, likely girded her own loins. 'Cheers.

[@ckhelgeson4614]

Did you spend any money on marketing? Or have you done all organic self-marketing? Or did you just not consider marketing costs under the “publishing” umbrella?

[@VivienReis]

I continually spend money on marketing so didn't include it in my break down of self publishing costs. I'll be doing a marketing video sometime in early 2019!

[@ckhelgeson4614]

Vivien Reis yes I am so excited! I’m working on the second draft of my first novel and just starting to look into traditional versus self. I know that paying for marketing is one of the things you have to (or, *should* do) with self-publishing. I look forward to hearing about your experience.

[@hannahtamzar3921]

Thnx so muchos :) Have a good day

[@ktrudy1]

Love ur vids. Ty🤗

[@ughitstravis9243]

ahhh new vid! :D

[@vasanthkumar3685]

Hey I subscribed.

[@subhashnisarta8040]

Thanks, your good wishes and advice always acceptable to me So I meet up with Kristen Martinez in the morning 🌟 at 4:00 am she has also given me some advice like you Sometimes I feel moodless and sometimes some good ideas coming to me and exectly put into my note book.tody is 🌞 Sunday morning 🌟 now it's 8:57am So too much materials for the writing skills because of 🌞 Sunday newspaper is special one for this job as well as current position around us is also known from this way. So thanks for your help in this morning 🌟

[@ditsycitykitty3841]

Erm, I was subscribed to you and noticed today I wasn't anymore. Wth... What is up with that?! But, I'm so glad I still have so many of your videos on my Watch Later list, otherwise I may not have noticed for many more months I was no longer subscribed.

[@VivienReis]

Glad you're subscribed again! 😄

[@MuttFitness]

May have bumped the button

[@SirBuffaloKnight]

Ha. Jokes on you, I was already subscribed! So HAH! Good video though!!

[@crc7548]

I just want to apologize for my earlier comment. I have deleted it. I struggled with my decision​ to post it and I appreciate your kind response. I do enjoy your vids and I was out of line. Please chalk it up to a bad day. I'm sorry.

[@VivienReis]

It's no worries! Really, I didn't mind. Your comment was well written and you had valid concerns that I think many viewers all over KZbin have. Anyway, I hope your day improved 😊

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Oh man, I missed all the drama.

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[@vasanthkumar3685]

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[@MoveMekMiPaZz]

I want to thank you for this little miss

What’s your favorite writing craft book?

[@VivienReis]

For plot, The Anatomy of Story by John Truby. It's my bible!

Vivien Reis THANK YOU

[@nawalawadh3400]

#happywriter

[@petermokmane7504]

And please don’t try the craft if you don’t have the talent

[@Redtecho]

I want my book to fail miserably living me in a crippling amount of self despair and misery to fuel my quest for vengeance against the world!!! But it would be great if it succeeds.

[@MuttFitness]

Everyone knows that good habits always come in 7s. 😧