July 5, 2022 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, I hope you’re writing up a storm this summer. On July 15, I will be speaking at NERD CAMP PA. It’s a virtual event for educators and librarians exploring banned books, diversity, and inclusion. And best of all, it costs nothing and...Read More
June 28, 2022 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, Today I’m delighted to welcome Mary Allen to the blog to talk about her new book The Deep Limitless Air: A Memoir in Pieces. And if you live in the Milwaukee area, I’ll be interviewing her live at Boswell Book company next Thursday,...Read More
June 21, 2022 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, Today’s tip is the second post in the series: What My Literary Heroes Taught Me About Writing. Earlier this month I wrote about Ida Wells. Today, I’m sharing how Octavia Butler mastered her mindset. Happy writing, Rochelle, the Write Now! Coach ...Read More
June 14, 2022 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, This summer’s tips will be filled with series—book recommendations from some of the authors who’ve been on the blog in the last couple of years, productivity tips, and a special series on what I’ve learned from my favorite writers. Today’s tip begins...Read More
June 7, 2022 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, This summer’s tips will be filled with series—book recommendations from some of the authors who’ve been on the blog in the last couple of years, productivity tips, and a special series on what I’ve learned from my favorite writers. Today’s tip begins...Read More
May 31, 2022 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, I’m expanding my coaching practice to include ADHD coaching. To help people get to know what I do, I recorded an interview with the amazing ADHD coach Tina Hart. Check out our conversation and share it with your circle. Today’s post is the third...Read More
May 24, 2022 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, Do you correct the grammar of your favorite television characters or songs? When the guys from One Direction croon, “Nothing can come between you and I,” I shout back, “you and me!” It doesn’t change a thing, but I enjoy it. I’m pretty...Read More
May 17, 2022 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, No matter what you write, learning how to revise will help you produce a successful manuscript. Read on to find tools for revision. Happy writing, Rochelle, the Write Now! Coach Cut to the Chase: Tools for Revision By Rochelle Melander ...Read More
May 10, 2022 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, I need your help! I’m expanding my coaching practice to include ADHD coaching. To help people get to know what I do, I recorded an interview with the amazing ADHD coach Tina Hart. Check out our conversation and share it with your circle: ADHD...Read More
May 3, 2022 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, This past weekend, I saw Carol Burnett perform live. She was one of my childhood heroes, and it was a delight to hear her stories. She told a story that helped me—and it may help you. She once auditioned for a part,...Read More