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The Big Power of a Small Writing Habit

Hi! 👋🏼​ A writing colleague of mine recently built herself a writing loft.…


Writing, Resilience & Book Deals

Writing. ​Resilience. Let’s face it: the two are linked. We’ve…


Writing Through Upheaval: This is What RESILIENCE Looks Like

It’s hard to remember the world before the pandemic.  Back in January 2020, I…


Foreword, Preface or Introduction? Choosing Your Front Matter

What’s the difference between a Foreword, a Preface, a Prelude, and an…


Decided to Write Your Book? Great! Expect Life to Change

When I moved to New York, I was overwhelmed for months. It was so intense that…


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What's Your Quick Pitch? Why You Need a Hook

This week in Book Proposal Academy, I’ve been talking about the…


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Are You Suppressing Your True Voice?

When you’re writing a book, you want it to have a great voice. Meaning,…


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5 Signs that it’s Time to Hire a Ghostwriter or Collaborator

Here are some clear signs that hiring a writer is a good fit for you and your…