Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte is widely known as a classic love story. However, if you read it as a love story, you’ll be sorely disappointed. It’s more a story of vengeance and love lost.
Read MoreI read a rather upsetting article the other day...As a writing coach, it’s hard to read about what I do in such a negative light. Hell, in a human way, it’s hard to read that people do that to other people!...But after I got over all of these emotions tumbling out of my mind around me, it occurred to me that maybe people don’t really know what writing coaches do. So here goes: an explanation...
Read MoreOne of the questions I get asked most frequently is whether or not I journal. And if you would have asked me a couple of years ago, the answer would have been no! I mean, maybe occasionally, but not as a regular habit. These days, I’m an avid journaler. I’m hooked. Only I don’t call it “daily journaling,” I call it “Morning Pages.”
Read MoreWhen you read You are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero, you discover what’s been holding you back from making the money of your dreams, and how to achieve financial success. Sincero’s voice is delightful and instructive, and the book comes complete with chapter exercises, to help you figure out your own path to success. If you’re ready to making the money you dream of, this is a must read!
Read MoreOur March guest is June Cotner. June Cotner is a publishing consultant and the author of 36 books, including the bestselling Graces and Wedding Blessings. Collectively, her books have sold more than one million copies and have earned praise in many national publications including USA Today, Better Homes & Gardens and more. June has appeared on national television and radio programs...
Read MoreToday I wanted to share how to create a working Table of Contents for Google Docs, because it’s saved SO much time and energy as I’ve been working on my book. It will also work for you as you write more, you don’t have to have chapters already in place or anything!
Read MoreDepending on your writing process, you may have a place where you keep the notes related to your books...If you’re a new writer, or just starting to get serious about writing, you might have heard the term “writing notebook” and wondered what the heck that is. Today’s post is all about great pieces to include in your writing notebook, with simple steps about how to include them.
Read MoreWith so many opportunities to take online courses, it can be hard to sift through and find one that might actually be helpful...The Work Online & Travel the World Course is EASILY one of the most helpful things I’ve done as a new online business owner. Hopefully my Bucketlist Bombshells review will inspire you to take action on your business dreams, too!
Read MoreSometimes, amid the hectic day-to-day lifestyle that’s common for most of us, it can be difficult to find the time to write. Even if we write for a living, there are many other events, appointments, and tasks we need to do on an average day. Writing tends to be pushed to the side to make room for everything else. A great way to help combat the issue of not having time to write is to use a planner.
Read MoreSometimes as we read or write, we notice that there’s a big difference between telling a story and the process of writing. Most of us have probably read a book and thought “this is great writing, but the story just isn’t there” or perhaps, “this story was amazing, but the writing... not so much.” Good storytelling and good writing don’t always mean the same thing.
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