January 22, 2019   Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers, Happy New Year! Each time I attend my coaching group meetings or chat with a colleague, I realize how much I need the support of other people to accomplish my writing goals. If you’re looking for something similar, consider applying to my Writing Goddesses group....Read More

Why It’s Hard to Find Time to Write and How to Do it Anyway By Rochelle Melander   Many people set the New Year’s Resolution of writing more. Some want to write something big—a book, a blog, or even a speech. Others just want to make writing a daily habit.   Then a few weeks...Read More

December 4, 2018   Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers,   Happy December!   Today’s tip will help you decide if it’s time to write your book.   And if now is the right time, then think about purchasing coaching sessions to help you get the accountability and information you need to more forward! For...Read More

November 13, 2018     Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers,   When I was a kid, I often did my homework with friends. Although we probably goofed off as much as we worked, the time always went faster—and we always finished our homework.   That’s the principle behind write-ins: when you write with another...Read More

October 2, 2018     Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers,   Are you hoping to get that book written before the end of the year? If so, I can help.   If you’ve been thinking about creating a book from some of the many articles, speeches, or blog posts you have written—consider purchasing my...Read More

September 4, 2018     Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers,   Greetings! I can feel just a bit of fall in the air. The kids are all back to school, and I’m ready to focus on work. How about you? I’m offering a brand new workshop this fall: How a Book Can Boost Your...Read More

August 14, 2018 Overcome Distractions and Write By Rochelle Melander   May Sarton published Mrs. Stevens Hears the Mermaids Singing, a novel about a poet and writer in the early 60s, long before cell phones and the Internet. Here’s what she said about the main character’s struggle to write:   Every single day she fought a war to...Read More

The Power of Saying No by Rochelle Melander   At the beginning of summer, the days feel open and full of possibility. I feel like I can do it all—and still write. Of course I can’t. When I try to do too much and say yes to obligations that don’t make my heart sing, I...Read More

                    Get It Done: Five Accountability Strategies That Work by Rochelle Melander   If you hang out with chickens, you’re going to cluck and if you hang out with eagles, you’re going to fly. -Steve Maraboli What stands between you and a finished product—a book, article,...Read More

July 12, 2018     Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers,   It’s summer, and life seems busier than ever. If you are struggling to find time to write your book or even a short blog post—then today’s tip is for you.   Enjoy! Rochelle     How to Write Your Book in Five Minutes...Read More