August 14, 2018 Overcome Distractions and Write By Rochelle Melander   May Sarton published Mrs. Stevens Hears the Mermaids Singing, a novel about a poet and writer in the early 60s, long before cell phones and the Internet. Here’s what she said about the main character’s struggle to write:   Every single day she fought a war to...Read More

The Power of Saying No by Rochelle Melander   At the beginning of summer, the days feel open and full of possibility. I feel like I can do it all—and still write. Of course I can’t. When I try to do too much and say yes to obligations that don’t make my heart sing, I...Read More

July 31, 2018     Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers,   Today’s tip offers writing inspiration from Stef Wade, author of the brand new book, A Place for Pluto. I met Stef through SCBWI, where we were in a critique group together. If you live in the Milwaukee area, Stef Wade will be hosting...Read More

Writers@Work: Inspiration from Bestselling Author Tayari Jones By Rochelle Melander   On Friday evening the writer Tayari Jones, author of the bestselling book, An American Marriage, spoke at Boswell Book Company in Milwaukee. Her talk inspired me—and I wanted to share some of her wisdom with you.   Follow your path The daughter of two professors,...Read More

                    Get It Done: Five Accountability Strategies That Work by Rochelle Melander   If you hang out with chickens, you’re going to cluck and if you hang out with eagles, you’re going to fly. -Steve Maraboli What stands between you and a finished product—a book, article,...Read More

July 12, 2018     Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers,   It’s summer, and life seems busier than ever. If you are struggling to find time to write your book or even a short blog post—then today’s tip is for you.   Enjoy! Rochelle     How to Write Your Book in Five Minutes...Read More

July 3, 2018     Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers,   Do you have a great big stack of books to read over the holiday? I know it’s just a single day—but I’d hate to be stuck without a book to read.   Speaking of good books to read, I’m delighted to welcome David...Read More

June 26, 2018     Note From Rochelle   Dear Readers,   My clients come to me because they are facing some sort of challenge with their writing. Some need help discovering how to write a book or get published. Others need the accountability that coaching provides. But nearly every client I’ve worked with faces...Read More

June 19, 2018     Note From Rochelle   Dear Readers,   We had an artsy weekend at my house. We went to a book signing, wandered around an art festival and took in a concert. Each event elevated my mood and inspired me to work on my own writing. Although I’m a firm believer...Read More

June 12, 2018     Note From Rochelle   Dear Readers,   It’s June, and I’m getting ready to teach a class on blogging at Mt. Mary University. Soon, I’ll be scaling back my coaching to make time for teaching. If you’ve been wanting to schedule a session to talk about your project, sign up...Read More