The Power of Writing Prompts
You’ve been sitting at your desk all day and now you’re feeling a little stiff. You might be tempted to pour yourself a beverage and hit the couch, but a better strategy? A quick walk [...]
Self-publishing questions? We’ve got answers
It’s March! Spring is in the air—sometimes. After the warmest February on record here in Chicago, we had wild temperature swings. We went from 70 degrees to windchills in the teens in a single day. [...]
Gift Guide for Writers (and Readers)
Last minute gift guide for readers! If you’re wondering what to get friends and family for Christmas—the answer is always books! Everyone needs more books in their life! As writers, we should read great books [...]
Make 2024 the year you finally write your book
You’ve always wanted to write a book. What if 2024 is the year you make that happen? Registration opens today for the 2024 Powerful Story Writers' Group. Read on or jump to the application here. [...]
Writers: Let curiosity guide your research
If you're writing a book, or thinking of writing one, a vital first step is research. But maybe you chafe at word, or the idea. This week's Substack offers tips on how to lean in [...]
Do I Really Need an Editor for My Book?
Note: If you're a writer, do you really need an editor? We've been talking about this recently here on the blog, and in the Powerful Story newsletter. This guest post from a professional editor offers [...]
What does a book editor do? Why authors need editors.
Photo by George Milton: https://www.pexels.com/ You’ve written a book. You want to get it published. The good news: you can do that! The harder truth: you’ll take quite a few steps before you [...]
Make 2023 the year you finally write your book
You’ve always wanted to write a book. What if 2023 is the year you make that happen? UPDATE: The 2023 Powerful Story Writers' Group is ended, but we will be offering another six-month group that [...]
What are your writing intentions for 2023?
As yoga class begins, the instructor often invites participants to “set an intention” for the practice. It could be serenity, gratitude or being fully present. Or something else. What’s your intention for the coming year, [...]