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You might still be stumped on what to write for your new project, whether for Camp NaNo or something else. Lucy Gould, a young writer, is here to offer 3 ways to get inspired.

Starting a new novel can be daunting, especially if you don’t know what to write about. Fortunately, inspiration can be found almost anywhere. Here are my top three ways to get inspired to write!

Go for a walk. 

A 2014 Stanford study proved that walking boosts creative inspiration by 60%! Being surrounded by nature is a great way to inspire story elements like elaborate fantasy settings, peaceful nature scenes, or even developing a character personality. In fact, I came up with my favorite WIP by taking a walk. 

If the weather doesn’t allow for walking outdoors, try going for a drive. If you can’t do that, walk around your house while keeping an eye out for your surroundings, whether that be a misplaced shoe or a crooked painting. 

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