Category Archives: Goal Setting

How to Juggle Writing and Parenting

Posted on May 7, 2020 by BECCA PUGLISI

While being a parent is one of the greatest joys in life, it comes with its own slew of challenges. As a mother of a toddler, I’ve had to find a way to balance taking care of my darling boy … Continue reading →

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Goal-Setting for Writers (During a Pandemic)

Posted on April 16, 2020 by ANGELA ACKERMAN

None of us enjoys uncertainty. And unfortunately, that’s what we have right now. A lot is happening outside the doors to our homes. Stress and worry have become part of our everyday. Life’s not easy at the moment and that … Continue reading →

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Writing in the Time of Coronavirus: Practical Tips

Posted on April 2, 2020 by BECCA PUGLISI

As a native Floridian, I know about disruption. It happens repeatedly every year between June and November. But hurricanes and their inconvenient aftermaths are temporary; even though they’re annoying, you know you’ll be back to your regular schedule soon. But … Continue reading →

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The Writing Tip Double-Double

Posted on March 31, 2020 by ANGELA ACKERMAN

Okay to start off, know that I am sending each and every one of you a mental hug right now. What a challenge this year has been so far. It’s surreal for me still, that all of this is happening. … Continue reading →

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Writing Retreats: How to Choose the Best One for You (+Giveaway!)

Posted on February 15, 2020 by ANGELA ACKERMAN

Hi everyone. Help me welcome author Sean Hillen who is going to help us better understand what makes a writing retreat worth the investment. And SPOILER ALERT, you definitely want to get in on the giveaway mentioned at the end … Continue reading →

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Make 2020 Your Year: Finding Experts Who Can Help

Posted on January 2, 2020 by ANGELA ACKERMAN

Do you feel it, deep in your chest? That tingling spark that expands, radiating outward. You’re lighter. Breaths come easier. A smile tugs at your lips. All because your mind is casting forward to the year ahead, the weeks and … Continue reading →

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How to Build a Roadmap to the Author Future You Want

Posted on December 19, 2019 by ANGELA ACKERMAN

When the clock turns forward, we tend to think about what the next year will bring. With a new decade on the horizon, perhaps this time, the question carries a bit more weight. Now personally I’m not one for making … Continue reading →

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Is It Necessary to Write EVERY day?

Posted on December 3, 2019 by Writing Coach

Some time ago I was asked by Writers Digest to participate in a feature with nine other writing teachers. We’d each take a position on a well-known writing “rule.” Then another expert would be matched up taking the opposite side.  It was … Continue reading →

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Writing for Carrots

Posted on November 19, 2019 by Writing Coach

Are you writing for carrots? It’s a weird question that I’ve had bubbling around my brain lately, so I probably need to explain.  You’ve seen the old cartoons where the horse was constantly chasing the carrot, right? It’s always there, … Continue reading →

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Hacking NaNoWriMo: How to Reach the Finish Line

Posted on November 5, 2019 by ANGELA ACKERMAN

It’s NaNoWriMo season, so I’m reposting my top 5 tips that will help you bust through any block or hiccup so you reach your 50K. These tips have worked for me, and I hope they will work for you. 1. … Continue reading →

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