Write Now Coach! Blog by Rochelle Melander

Have you been online lately? Bloggers have produced a flurry of content to remind us that it’s time to get our lives together and get ready for the New Year. Facebook and Twitter feeds are filled with posts about how we can earn more, look skinnier, and feel happier in... Read More

24 Dec 2013

Write Now! Weekly Writing Tip

Finding Joy by Rochelle Melander

In times of joy, all of us wished we possessed a tail we could wag. —W. H. Auden Last week, walking to the car after my workout session, I glanced through the windows of the daycare center, hoping to catch a glimpse of the children. An infant scurried toward the... Read More

20 Dec 2013

Writers Read

#WritersRead: Books That Nudge by Rochelle Melander

Some books should be tasted, some devoured, but only a few should be chewed and digested thoroughly. —Francis Bacon Although I devour mysteries and novels, I also like to have a nonfiction book around to nibble at. Here are a few that you might want to taste as well. These... Read More

17 Dec 2013

Write Now! Weekly Writing Tip

Connecting Our Assets by Rochelle Melander

Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, I’m working on plans for 2014 and need your help. What kinds of tools and information do you need to succeed in 2014? Head on over to my Facebook page and let me know! Need a good book to get you through the Holidays? Take... Read More

13 Dec 2013

Book Reviews, Contests, Fiction Books

Writers Read: Mystery Series by Rochelle Melander

For years, I created a holiday reading guide, designed to help my readers choose books and music for holiday gifts. This year, the idea of creating one great big list of books for you sounds daunting, so I’m following my heart and creating two shorter lists. This Friday and next, I’ll... Read More

10 Dec 2013

Write Now! Weekly Writing Tip

Mapping Your Assets by Rochelle Melander

When we recognize and appreciate our assets, we transform our thinking. Instead of seeing needs and deficiencies, we see gifts and strengths. We transform negatives into positives. We see our cup as half-full. —Luther Snow (The Power of Asset Mapping by Luther Snow, p. 46) Ten years ago, I had... Read More

09 Dec 2013

Writers@Work

Writers@Work: The Problem with Source Finding Services by Ryan Evans

I met Ryan Evans at the #ASJA Content Connections conference in Chicago. I was immediately impressed with how his company Source Sleuth helps journalists find the best sources. I immediately thought of you all–and how you could make use of the tools Source Sleuth offers! Read on to learn about the... Read More

03 Dec 2013

Write Now! Weekly Writing Tip

The Scavenger Hunt by Rochelle Melander

Dear Writers, How did the reckoning go? I hope you were able to discern what brought you joy! (If you have no idea what I’m talking about, you can read about it here. ) Today we continue our journey toward the New Year by paying attention to our curiosity. If... Read More