February 14, 2017     Note From Rochelle     Dear Writers,   Happy Valentine’s Day!   In honor of Valentine’s Day, I asked some of my favorite authors to talk about how they show love to their readers. This post is a bit longer than my usual posts, so you may want to read...Read More

February 7, 2017   Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers,   I’m delighted to bring you my interview with Fauzia Burke, the founder and president of FSB Associates, an online publicity and marketing firm that works primarily with authors. She’s helped many authors reach their readers and has written a book about how you can do...Read More

January 31, 2017   Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers,   Got a book? This post talks about how you can pitch your book to bloggers. If you don’t yet have a book—don’t worry! Read it as a guide to pitching guest posts to bloggers or file it away for the future. This week’s tip...Read More

January 24, 2017     Note From Rochelle     Dear Writers,   Greetings!   A huge thank you to everyone who signed up for the New Year Strategic Planning Session! All spots are now filled. If you missed the sign up, don’t worry—other specials will be coming soon. And I’m always available for a...Read More

January 17, 2017     Note From Rochelle     Dear Writers,   Greetings!   I still have a couple of more spots available for the New Year Strategic Planning Session. Learn more and sign up here. You can sign up through January 31, 2017.   Last week, I interviewed agent Mark Gottlieb from Trident...Read More

January 10, 2017   Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers, Greetings! This week I’ll be making some major changes to my website. If you need to contact me to schedule a session or talk about joining one of our coaching groups, please email me at: rochelle@writenowcoach.com Today I’m delighted to welcome Literary Agent Mark Gottlieb...Read More

January 3, 2017     Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers,   Happy New Year! For today’s tip, I’m delighted to welcome Nick Petrie to talk about writing and his new novel, Burning Bright. I heard Petrie speak at Murder and Mayhem in Milwaukee, and he’s got plenty of helpful tips for new writers. If...Read More

December 27, 2016   Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers,   Greetings! I’m off this week, spending time with my family and gearing up for the New Year.   Don’t forget—if you’re interested in group coaching starting this February, you can sign up here. And here’s a special gift for you: Everyone who signs up...Read More

December 20, 2016     Note From Rochelle     Dear Writers,   Do you need a holiday creativity boost? Here it is!   Happy Writing! Rochelle, The Write Now! Coach     Need a Creative License? By Rochelle Melander   When I teach writing to young people, I talk about the traits and habits...Read More

December 13, 2016     Note From Rochelle     Dear Writers,   Greetings!   As the year wraps up, I’m spending time updating systems so that I can serve you better in 2017. For that reason, you may experience a few glitches this week if you’re trying to purchase one of my special strategy...Read More