DiscoverWriter Unleashed#250: The Messy Middle: Why Drafts Lose Steam (and How to Revive Yours)
#250: The Messy Middle: Why Drafts Lose Steam (and How to Revive Yours)

#250: The Messy Middle: Why Drafts Lose Steam (and How to Revive Yours)

Update: 2025-09-30
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If you’ve ever hit that point in your draft where the words feel heavy, the story starts to wander, and your momentum disappears—you’ve landed in the messy middle.

Every writer faces it. The difference is, some know how to push through.

In today’s episode, I’m breaking down why the middle of a draft feels so hard—and how to revive your story so you can actually finish it.

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If  you've got 60 minutes, I've got a simple 3-part framework to bring focus and direction to your story without starting over and without a rigid outline.

It’s FREE, but spots are limited. Save your seat by clicking here: https://mylivemasterclass.com/



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#250: The Messy Middle: Why Drafts Lose Steam (and How to Revive Yours)

#250: The Messy Middle: Why Drafts Lose Steam (and How to Revive Yours)

Nanci Panuccio