I know that I can outline a clear end for my story, and I can also write a clear beginning of the story.
I remember when I tried writing my time travel story, I could only write long enough to get the character to the next pinch, but because I did not have any knowledge about viking warfare, I was stuck in sort of a stand still around the first chapter, because I could not decide which plot element made sense, or whether to go in a completely different direction.
I know the old adage is just write, but its not that simple if you have an editor breathing down your neck ever step of the way, telling you got your military facts wrong.
I remember when I tried writing my time travel story, I could only write long enough to get the character to the next pinch, but because I did not have any knowledge about viking warfare, I was stuck in sort of a stand still around the first chapter, because I could not decide which plot element made sense, or whether to go in a completely different direction.
I know the old adage is just write, but its not that simple if you have an editor breathing down your neck ever step of the way, telling you got your military facts wrong.