May 3, 2016     Note From Rochelle     Dear Writers,   This past weekend, I attended the Wild, Wild Midwest SCBWI conference in Chicago. Wow! Spending a whole weekend with writers energized me. As I drove home, I realized how helpful it is to hang out with other writers. It’s not just that...Read More

February 23, 2016     Note From Rochelle     Dear Writers,   Greetings!   I’m delighted to welcome author Elizabeth Cole to the blog. She has a new book coming out tomorrow, Honor & Roses (Swordcross Knights #1). And today, she’s writing about her approach to research. If you’ve ever felt daunted by research, today’s...Read More

February 16, 2016   Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers,   Every week, I hear from another writer who is frustrated or blocked. When they do not write, they see it as a personal failure. I’ve been there, too. But in my experience as a writer, teacher, and coach—I’ve learned that writer’s block is simply...Read More

January 26, 2016   Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers, Welcome! As a part of Dream Keepers, I often do a superhero writing class with young writers. We write about the traits of popular superheroes and then we create our own books, teaching others How to Be a Superhero in 6 Easy Steps. After watching...Read More

January 19, 2016   Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers, Welcome! Have you noticed the explosion of writing coaches and programs out there? Every time I tune into Facebook, I see another famous—or unknown—writer who has THE tool to help you become a bestselling author in a weekend. And for once, I’m not exaggerating. Here’s...Read More

November 24, 2015 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, Our lucky stretch of weather ended on Friday night with a small snowstorm. So, no matter how much I’d love to delude myself about the weather in Wisconsin, I can’t. I live in snow country. I’ve dug out my boots and hat, and am trying to make...Read More

21 April 2015 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, Great news! Writer’s Digest magazine has named Write Now! Coach one of the 101 Best Websites for Writers. This is my first time on the list, and I’m honored to be there with so many amazing sites. If you’d like to see the entire list of Best...Read More

3 March 2015 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, I’m so happy it’s March! This Saturday (March 7th), I’ll be celebrating March and Dr. Seuss’s birthday by teaching Boing! Bam! Boom! at Central Library in Milwaukee, WI, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Bring your kids and join me in writing noisy poetry! Today’s tip is...Read More

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 a tip. Today’s tip tackles...Read More

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 say, “But I’d also like...Read More