October 31, 2017 Note From Rochelle Dear Readers, National Novel Writing Month starts tomorrow, and I’m equally excited and terrified. I’m excited to dig into my writing with the added encouragement of my NaNoWriMo tribe! And I’m also a bit terrified, because I have so many other things to get done this...Read More
October 26, 2017 Dear Readers, What are you hoping to accomplish by the end of the year? Maybe you would like to: +Finish a book that will build your brand and attract clients +Begin writing your memoir +Develop a blog +Submit queries to national periodicals +Draft a novel Earlier this week, I...Read More
September 26, 2017 Note From Rochelle Dear Readers, I’ve got great news for you! This fall I’m launching a group coaching program! If you need accountability to start your book, finish a big project, or complete NaNoWriMo—this will help you! Check out the Write-A-Thon Group Coaching page to learn more. After...Read More
September 19, 2017 Note From Rochelle Dear Readers, I experience fall as a head-spinning whirlwind of activity. Besides the usual working with clients, writing books, and speaking, I’ve always got a few new projects in the works. I’ll have more information soon on new opportunities for you to learn about writing, imagine new...Read More
September 12, 2017 Note From Rochelle Dear Readers, Are you planning to write a novel during National Novel Writing Month? Do you hope to complete your book project by the end of the year? Believe it or not, it’s time to start planning! If you need help planning or finishing a book...Read More
August 29, 2017 Note From Rochelle Dear Readers, Today’s tip is the fourth in a series to help you create your book. I’ve talked about how to choose a project, plan it, and connect with others for inspiration and accountability. Today’s tip brings it all together by teaching you the single...Read More
August 15, 2017 Note From Rochelle Dear Readers, Today’s tip is the second in a series to help you design and create your book. Last week, I wrote about how to take advantage of the Fresh Start Effect to start a new project–and how to choose that project. Today’s tip will help...Read More
July 25, 2017 Note From Rochelle Dear Readers, I had an awesome weekend—mainly because I did something unusual for me: I set aside work and took time to play! I visited multiple art galleries during Milwaukee’s Gallery Night and Day, read a thriller, made art, and napped. Today, I feel energized and ready...Read More
July 18, 2017 Note From Rochelle Dear Readers, Last week, I made a big decision. I knew that in order to keep growing my business, I needed wisdom and support. So I hired a coach and joined his coaching group—and now I have a whole cadre of people on my...Read More
Dump Your Excuses and Write the Book By Rochelle Melander This past weekend, I came across an interview with author Jane Yolen, who has been chosen to receive the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America’s [SFWA] Damon Knight Grand Master award. In the article, she said: “Don’t worry about being great or even...Read More
