NaNoWriMo: Lessons
National Novel Writing Month is like boot camp for writers. Even though I work as a professional writer and writing coach, I still need the... Read More
NaNoWriMo: The Soundtrack
It does not take much to derail a #NaNo project. At least that’s how it seems to me. For the last two years, I have... Read More
NaNoWriMo: Distract Yourself
When a reporter asked Ernest Hemingway how he started a new book, Hemingway said, “Defrost the Refrigerator.” The long Thanksgiving weekend is quickly coming to... Read More
NaNoWriMo: Five MORE Must Haves for Novelists
Earlier in November, I wrote about my five must-haves for writing a novel. Today, I return to that theme with my list of five must-haves—borrowed... Read More
NaNoWriMo: The Curse of Being Prolific
I’m delighted to welcome Elle Amberley to the Write Now! Coach Blog. Elle is a super-prolific author who writes in both French and English. Enjoy!... Read More
NaNoWriMo: Giving Thanks
The unread story is not a story; it is little black marks on wood pulp. The reader, reading it, makes it live: a live thing,... Read More
NaNoWriMo: Increase Your Word Count
Writers, we are just a week away from the end of National Novel Writing Month. I don’t know what this month has been like for... Read More
NaNoWriMo: Write More, Work Less
Welcome writers! A few months ago, I was searching online for software and apps that writers could use to increase their efficiency. I happened upon... Read More
NaNoWriMo: The Resilient Writer
When I speak at writing conferences, participants often ask me what matters more: talent or determination. Talent certainly matters, but all the talent in the... Read More
NaNoWriMo: Reaching the Finish Line
I am delighted to welcome runner and writer Kelly Humphrey as today’s guest blogger. I met Kelly online and have been inspired by her running... Read More