Write Now Coach! Blog by Rochelle Melander

17 February 2015 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, I made the mistake of going on Facebook before writing this morning. Oops. I was immediately hooked by several news stories unfolding around the world. Then my phone rang. And the dog wanted me. I eventually worked on revising my novel, but... Read More

10 Feb 2015

Productivity, Write Now! Weekly Writing Tip

How to Make Time to Write (Even if You Work Full Time) by Rochelle Melander

Dear Writers, What gets in the way of your writing? If you need support around something, send me a note and let me know: rochelle@writenowcoach.com. Who knows? I may cover your obstacle at the Write Now! Mastermind class later this month. If not, you can bet I’ll tackle it in... Read More

03 Feb 2015

Productivity, Write Now! Weekly Writing Tip

Eliminate This Obstacle and Finish Your Book by Rochelle Melander

Every writer or wanna-be writer has ideas for books. The problem isn’t finding an idea, it’s choosing one. —Jo Linsdell When I meet with new clients, I ask: “What one project would you like to finish by the end of the year?” Usually clients know the answer immediately. Then they... Read More

27 Jan 2015

Writers@Work

Writers@Work: From Blog to Book by Barbara Mahany

27 January 2015 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, What obstacles will you have to overcome this year to finish writing and revising your book? I’m looking for your toughest blocks—so I can address how to overcome them in a very special Write Now! Mastermind class (to be held Wednesday, February... Read More

20 Jan 2015

Write-a-Thon

Is it Time to Write Your Book? by Rochelle Melander

Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, I’ve been frustrated this winter—with the kids home most of the time and a full work schedule, I haven’t had time to write. Maybe you are struggling with the same thing? Instead of complaining or worrying, I decided to host my own Write-A-Thon. During Lent... Read More

13 Jan 2015

Productivity

Restart Your Writing by Rochelle Melander

Isn’t it nice to think that tomorrow is a new day with no mistakes in it yet? —L.M. Montgomery How are you doing with those New Year’s resolutions? Have you had difficulty keeping all of them? Or, like me, did you simply postpone making them? Fear not. I... Read More

06 Jan 2015

Productivity, Write Now! Weekly Writing Tip

Need an Epiphany? How to Create Aha Moments By Rochelle Melander

I never made one of my discoveries through the process of rational thinking. —Albert Einstein It’s a New Year: we’ve made our resolutions and put our butts in the chair. This will be the year we write that novel, pen the self-help book or blog our way to fame... Read More

30 Dec 2014

Goal Setting

Your Toolbox: What You Need to Make 2015 Rock! By Rochelle Melander

When we take a trip, we rent condos or homes. The practice gives us more space and saves us money on food. It’s also often cheaper than a hotel room. And, as a result, we’ve been able to stay in real neighborhoods and get a feel for the city we’re... Read More