
by Elizabeth S. Craig, @elizabethscraig
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There you go – back to normal!
Yayyy!
I'm so glad the tech gremlins seem to be gone, Elizabeth! You've got some great links here (as always). The one that caught my eye this time was the one about writing retreats. I've never done that, but I know authors who have, and who swear by it. I can definitely see the advantages if one can take the time. Writing retreats can really help the author focus!
The gremlins are hibernating…for now!
Retreats, whether DIY or official, can definitely help out!