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Help, I'm Stuck in the Middle of My Story! Now What?

Developing the middle of a story when you don't know what to write is like getting stuck in quicksand; you're sinking fast and don't know what to do. If this describes where you are now, then you are in good company. 

Anyone who has written an article, an essay, a short story, or a novel knows first-hand what you are going through now.

The middle part of a novel is where writers give up their hope of completing their manuscript because they are not sure how to move the story along and further develop the characters. However, do not give up. Although there are several paths you can take. The following tips may help you to move forward: