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Maximize Productivity with Speech-To-Text Software

April 30, 2020

Maximize Productivity with Speech-To-Text Software

April 30, 2020

I think we’re all looking for ways to be more productive these days. COVID19 has thrown our schedules into chaos and, if we’re lucky enough to still be working, it’s…

Why All Writers Need A Structural Toolbox

March 17, 2020

Why All Writers Need A Structural Toolbox

March 17, 2020

What Is A Structural Toolbox? Put simply, a structural toolbox is the foundation work all writers need to put in to ensure they … understand how structure works can apply…

Organize Your Research with Notes at One Stop for Writers

March 5, 2020

Organize Your Research with Notes at One Stop for Writers

March 5, 2020

The last time Rodney Buxton was here, he shared some helpful information about how authors can export their One Stop for Writer’s Export material directly to Scrivener. Many of you…

How a Career Can Reveal Your Character’s Deeper Layers

February 29, 2020

How a Career Can Reveal Your Character’s Deeper Layers

February 29, 2020

Did you know that before Becca became an author and writing coach, she was a teacher? It’s true. And if you know her, you’re probably thinking, I can see that.…

Tools to Help You Become a Powerful Writer

February 4, 2020

Tools to Help You Become a Powerful Writer

February 4, 2020

The start of the year is when I pay close attention to what is happening in our industry: what publishers and organizations are focusing on, the changes occurring on sales…

How to Build a Roadmap to the Author Future You Want

December 19, 2019

How to Build a Roadmap to the Author Future You Want

December 19, 2019

When the clock turns forward, we tend to think about what the next year will bring. Now personally I’m not one for making New Years resolutions, but I absolutely do…

Saving your Story from Predictability

November 7, 2019

Saving your Story from Predictability

November 7, 2019

I had the rare and luscious experience this weekend of cracking open a book and it being so awesome that I flew right through it. The Deceivers is about a girl from…

Hacking NaNoWriMo: How to Reach the Finish Line

November 5, 2019

Hacking NaNoWriMo: How to Reach the Finish Line

November 5, 2019

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…

Using Backward Design to Plan Your Story

September 5, 2019

Using Backward Design to Plan Your Story

September 5, 2019

Angelica Hartgers is here to show how planning your story backward may be a great technique if plotting is something you struggle with. “Begin with the end in mind.” -Stephen…

5 Writing Life Lessons from an Empty Nester Author

June 13, 2019

5 Writing Life Lessons from an Empty Nester Author

June 13, 2019

Recently, I entered a new life stage: the Empty Nester parent. My oldest son, following his younger brother’s lead, moved out a few weeks ago while my husband and I…