By Claire on April 24, 2006 10:24 AM
Many writers think starting a blog will be a great way to force them to write on a regular basis, make connections, stay timely. However, blogger Sarah Hepola realized “blogging wasn’t helping me write; it was keeping me from it.” Read more about it here on Slate.

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