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We are starting the last week in January. By this time a lot of people have abandoned the goals they set for the new year. Have you made any progress on your writing goals for 2009?

If you’ve fallen behind, don’t beat yourself up about it. Start where you are now to get back on track.

Author Diana Duncan sent me this quote recently. I’d never heard it, but it struck a chord with me.

Annie Dillard: Writing a book is like taming a lion – every day you stay out of the cage, it’s more dangerous to step inside.

It’s really true that writing can be like taming lions. The longer you are away from it, the harder it is to sit down and put your hands on the keyboard.

Here are a few ways to get back on track and make writing a daily habit.

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