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Every week, I share ideas on the writer's mindset, creativity, and the writing process. Regain the self-belief and trust in your own creative gifts.Ā 

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Write Things: On first draft repetitions revision writing process Oct 24, 2024

Hello writers!

This week, I'm offering a new perspective on your first draft writing. 

Some of you will cringe and tell yourself that this is impossible. 

Others may experience a new found freedom. 

Either way, it should make for an interesting read. 

Idea: On...

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Write Things: On crafting a captivating story engagement writing process Sep 26, 2024

Welcome,

My fall writing groups are in full swing, and a lot of imagery is finding its way onto my physical and virtual tables, sparking some great conversations about how readers get hooked on a story.

This newsletter comes after some reflection.

Idea: On Process

A good book is...

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Write Things: On prioritizing your writing people pleasing perfectionism writing process Sep 19, 2024

Welcome,

 

I regularly read and hear exceptional stories from writers. But for many of the writers I work with, these stories only come to life when they’re part of a writing group.

 

Here’s why—and no, the answer has nothing to do with me.

 

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Write Things: On writing for your biggest fan writing process Sep 05, 2024

Hello writers! 

It's Thursday and I wanted to share a thought on the writing process. 

Observant readers will also notice that I've landed on "Write Things" for a title. Thanks to everyone for your feedback. 

On to today's idea!

Idea: On the writing process

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Write Things: On 'telling' the first draft of your story revision writing process Aug 29, 2024

It's Thursday and I've got an idea, inspiration, and an invitation for you.

Idea: On Revision

I urge writers to consider the first draft of their story complete after they've written it and revised it.

Some of you may have heard a similar version of this advice...

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Write Things: On releasing the reins on your first draft writing process Aug 15, 2024

Greetings writers!

This week's idea was inspired by an interesting journey that one of my 1:1 clients took with her story. 

Idea: On the writing process

Have you ever been writing your story when, all of a sudden, your character does or says something unexpected? Do you...

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