"In this useful guide, writing coaches Evans and Smith offer advice for developing a successful writing practice ... This entry advances a refreshingly honest approach to writing―it isn’t supposed to be easy, and mistakes are part of the process―and the authors’ upbeat tone will cheer on readers. Writing pros and amateurs alike will be eager to start typing."― Publishers Weekly

“An invaluable guidebook for writers at all stages. Evans and Smith understand that process is deeply personal, and they provide a wealth of wise, compassionate advice for breaking unhelpful patterns and creating a flexible, realistic plan for sustainable long-term productivity.” Mason Currey, author of Daily Rituals: How Artists Work

“Engaging and authoritative - full of tried-and-tested advice for all writers, wherever they are in their writing careers.” Debbie Taylor, founder and editor of Mslexia

“Written lays out the challenges that almost every writer faces and provides real-world antidotes to many of the myths and stories we believe about ourselves and why we can't seem to get our projects finished. This book will help you structure your writing life and how you approach the craft of writing.” Rennie Saunders, founder and CEO of Shut Up & Write!

“This book collects some of the best advice I've ever encountered for constructing a writing habit that actually works.” Oliver Burkeman, author of Four Thousand Weeks

“There's nothing scarier in my work than a blank page, yet nothing more satisfying and exciting than finishing and launching a book. Written holds your hand throughout that entire process. Bec and Chris keep things practical, with an admirable focus on the habit-changes needed to get your words "out there". If you want to go from "writing" to "written", then you need this book.” Graham Allcott, founder of Think Productive and author of How to be a Productivity Ninja

“This well-written book on writing well is enormously valuable for anyone wishing to write productively. If you're a writer, first be a reader of this book. - Robert Cialdini, author of Influence and Pre-Suasion

“Bec and Chris really helped me on my way to publication. Their insights and encyclopaedic knowledge about creative productivity gave me inspiration, support and practical tools to persevere and establish a more mindful writing practice. I'm excited about their book, as it will help so many writers.” Louise Bassett, author of The Hidden Girl

“This is a fascinating and extremely useful book. I recommend it!” David Quantick, novelist and Emmy Award-winning scriptwriter of Veep, The Thick of It and Avenue 5

“What a lovely, friendly book. Made me feel cheerful, buoyant, less alone and keen to get on with my writing. Highly recommended.” Cathy Rentzenbrink, author of Write It All Down

“Refreshingly human and immensely useful. It's so freeing to know there's not just one right way to write! I love the breadth and depth of this book - the curated insights into seasoned writers' heads and processes combined with the super practical tips and exercises on what to actually do next. This deserves to be a well-thumbed handbook on every writer's shelf.” Grace Marshall, author of Struggle and How to be Really Productive

“A fun to read and highly informative guide to overcome the most difficult obstacles in writing.” Gabriele Oettingen, author of Rethinking Positive Thinking

“I've been looking through my library of self-help books for writers and there's nothing quite like this book out there. To me, it seems that it might mean the difference between a half-written manuscript abandoned in a drawer and a finished book on the shelf. I know so many writers who will benefit from it - me included.” Wyl Menmuir, Booker-nominated novelist, writing tutor and author of The Draw of the Sea

“Bec and Chris' course on combatting procrastination is one of our most popular Reedsy Learning courses, so I'm delighted to see they've turned their practical and inspirational advice for writers into a book - it works.” Ricardo Fayet, co-founder of Reedsy

“Bec and Chris really helped me on my way to publication. Their insights and encyclopaedic knowledge about creative productivity gave me inspiration, support and practical tools to persevere and establish a more mindful writing practice. I'm excited about their book, as it will help so many writers.” Louise Bassett, author of The Hidden Girl

“This isn't just another productivity book. Most writers have lots of those, but none of them speak to the real causes of why getting on with writing is so hard to do. Written is different: it's rooted not just in the authors' own experience but also in that of the thousands of writers they've worked with over the years. Whatever you write, whatever you struggle with, you'll find real-world solutions here. Warm, wise and practical, it deserves pride of place on your bookshelf.” Alison Jones, host of The Extraordinary Business Book Club podcast and author of Exploratory Writing

“Two things that I love about this book. First, Bec and Chris don't assume that what works for one famous writer will work for you. Their emphasis is on discovering the best way for each writer to get their writing done. And secondly, this isn't just based on hunches - but on extensive study of how writers write. Highly recommended.” Nigel Warburton, author of A Little History of Philosophy