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Writing & Editing Process

Tips for Overcoming Common Fears About Writing Memoir

ByAmy Friedman February 21, 2024

Afraid to write your memoir? Here are the most common fears — and how to overcome them to tell your story.

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Writing & Editing Process

Invaluable Lessons I Learned About Editing From “Turn Every Page"

BySuzanne Mantell January 3, 2024January 3, 2024

Writers looking for a book editor can learn a lot from the documentary "Turn Every Page," about Robert Caro and Robert Gottlieb.

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Writing & Editing Process

Do I Need a Writing Coach?

ByBarbara DeSantis July 13, 2023July 12, 2023

If you need help navigating a novel or structuring a memoir, or simply need encouragement, consider working with a writing coach. 

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Writing & Editing Process

Find Your Writer's Voice: How to Kill the Faux Writer

ByAmy Friedman May 16, 2022May 13, 2022

Learn how to listen for your genuine voice as you silence that demon, The Faux Writer, who may persistently be trying to intrude.

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Writing & Editing Process

3 Ways To Combat Writer's Block (No Weapons Needed!)

ByLesley Hyatt April 30, 2021October 24, 2022

Almost every writer regularly encounters The Block, and most all of them find ways through it. Here's how.

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The Writer in the Time of the Coronavirus*
For the Love of Writing

The Writer in the Time of the Coronavirus*

ByAmy Friedman April 28, 2020March 23, 2022

I encourage you to keep writing, for your writing may actually be a remedy for the sorrow, fear, confusion, empty-headedness, and aching hearts — yours and others'.

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Writerly Reassurance From a Few Who Have Been There
For the Love of Writing

Writerly Reassurance From a Few Who Have Been There

BySuzanne Mantell March 24, 2020March 23, 2022

Stuck in a writing rut? Heed these words of wisdom from famous authors.

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How to Finish Writing Your Book
Writing & Editing Process

How to Finish Writing Your Book

ByLori Kozlowski March 4, 2020April 10, 2023

Shifting the way you think about your book goals can help you get to the end more easily.

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Are You Ready to Write That Nonfiction Book?
Writing & Editing Process

Are You Ready to Write That Nonfiction Book?

ByLaura Golden Bellotti January 9, 2020February 15, 2022

A simple-sounding "10-5-1" plan can help you finally get started on that nonfiction book you've been thinking of writing.

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In Praise of Procrastination
For the Love of Writing

In Praise of Procrastination

ByMargot Dougherty December 5, 2019March 23, 2022

The funny thing is, even during this busy (and productive!) avoidance stage, the writing process is often in motion, like an app working in the background of a smartphone.

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