Write Now Coach! Blog by Rochelle Melander

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 a close. Hopefully, you have kept up on your word count for NaNoWriMo while also eating turkey and trimmings, watching football and parades, and napping... Read More

26 Nov 2011

National Novel Writing Month

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 from the literary greats—for anyone who is trying to write a novel this month: 1. A valet. It is said that Victor Hugo forced himself... Read More

25 Nov 2011

National Novel Writing Month, Uncategorized

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! The Curse of Being Prolific by Elle Amberley Writer’s block? What’s that? I often hear about the dreadful writer’s block, sounds horrible. I always fear... Read More

24 Nov 2011

National Novel Writing Month

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, a story. —Ursula K. LeGuin Since 2000, I have edited a devotional periodical called The Word in Season. Ten years ago, when I was pregnant... Read More

23 Nov 2011

National Novel Writing Month

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 you, but I am losing stamina. Despite having a great cast of characters to play with, a familiar setting, and a closet filled with snacks—I’m... Read More

22 Nov 2011

National Novel Writing Month

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 a wonderful post by Jonathan Milligan at Blogging Your Passion and quoted him in one of my blog posts. Jonathan was kind enough to review... Read More

21 Nov 2011

National Novel Writing Month

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 world will not help the person who gives up after getting rejected. Most of the famous writers I admire have had their share of rejection... Read More

18 Nov 2011

National Novel Writing Month

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 and her wonderful blog, Run Kelly Run. Reaching the Finish Line by Kelly Humphrey NaNoWriMo scares me. I only recently learned of the event and,... Read More