Category: Events
You’ve finished your last page, you’ve used your spelling and grammar check throughout your massive document, and you’re ready to share your story with the world! But there’s still one last step to go that’s arguably one of the most important in the writing process – Proofreading. The good news is that with a partner […]
One of the biggest roadblocks new writers face, especially if they are writing about something personal and important to them, is the fear that no one wants to hear what they have to say. Putting yourself on paper, and exposing your story to the world, can certainly be intimidating because it takes a lot of courage […]
Crafting your personal story into a book is an ambitious undertaking to be sure. And when you are first sitting down to outline your story, the process ahead can seem daunting. This is exactly why many people who have the desire to tell and share their story never quite seem to reach the finish line. […]
Every author has that moment during the writing process when they hit a wall. It can come during a challenging part of your story, when you’re first outlining your book, or even in the midst of writing. It’s when you suddenly find yourself staring at a blank page, with no direction on how to proceed. […]
Writers often have a “go it alone” kind of attitude, and it’s easy to see why. Writers work on their own schedule and pace, utilize their own voice, and create an independent work that represents their story, style, and distinct identity. But when it comes to writing in all forms – from short stories or […]
The hardest part about sharing your unique story is writing it, no question about it. But what happens once you are polishing your final pages, and are ready to share your story with the world? How do you make sure it stands out in a crowd? Garnering attention is a tricky endeavor for even the most […]
As an aspiring author, you have your story, and you’re ready to share it with the world, but how will you tell it? A writer’s voice is arguably just as important as the topic itself. Also referred to as prose or style, your story will draw readers in. But it’s your voice that will keep […]
Writing a book is a long and continually thoughtful process. So if this is your first time putting your words to paper, it’s understandable that you may not have every aspect of creating the perfect book covered. Do you have a great story you want to share, and have the ambition to move forward with […]
Confidence is an attribute with which all writers struggle. Whether it’s your first book or your 30th, chances are somewhere in the middle of the writing process you get a nagging feeling of doubt. Is my story good enough to share? Will people be interested in what I have to say? Is my writing readable? […]
Once your book is written and ready to publish, the challenge for any writer is to get it read! So how do you share your story, and generate interest once it’s on the market? Start with these key marketing tips to ensure that your book is as popular as possible, regardless of your unique story. […]
Procrastination is a big problem for busy writers! All too often, we are consumed with the tasks of the day at hand, and it’s easy to put our writing plans on the back burner. And once this occurs, it can slip into a regular pattern as we find more and more excuses not to sit […]
Writing is an art and a science. I always like to say that writing a book is like baking chocolate chip cookies. All you need is the right recipe. At the same time, writing a book is a very personal, creative process that pushes you beyond your limits and anything you thought yourself […]
This Spring is packed with back to back speaking engagements and while many of them are private corporate events, there are 4 “open to the public” events that I want to be sure you know about. You’re invited to all of them and I look forward to seeing you there! 1. Networking University – April […]
The next few months are going to be very exciting and I have several opportunities for you that will radically change your professional and personal life. They are quickly approaching so here’s the scoop. You may know that I’m a BIG believer in LIVE events. Live events change lives! It did for me two times, […]