October 5, 2021     Note From Rochelle     Dear Writers,   I have a favor to ask you (again).   Mightier than the Sword needs some review love. If you’ve read the book or even just skimmed it, please write a review and post it on Amazon. If you have time, you could...Read More

  Writers@Work: Writing a Mystery Series An Interview with Author Patricia Skalka   Welcome to the blog. Can you tell readers about your Dave Cubiak Door County Mystery series?   Of course, I love to talk about the books! Growing up, I read the standard mysteries, but it wasn’t until I got to Dorothy Sayers...Read More

March 31, 2020     Note From Rochelle     Dear Writers,   I’m starting week three of my extreme social isolating. I say extreme because I’ve been social isolating for years. But, before the coronavirus hit, I was getting out regularly to shop at the bookstore, teach at the library, attend yoga, and hang...Read More

June 18, 2019     Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers,   I’m on my way to Chicago for a writer’s conference. I’m looking forward to spending time with other people who write and learning about what’s new in the publishing world! I’ll let you know what I learn.   Today I’m delighted to welcome...Read More

December 11, 2018   Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers, Are you planning for the New Year? If writing a book, starting a blog, or launching your freelance writing career are on your bucket list, I can help. Or perhaps you’ve written a book and are struggling with what to do about publishing or how...Read More

November 27, 2018   Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers,   As the holidays approach, it’s time for my annual holiday special. This year, I’m offering the “Can You Look at My Pages” coaching session for the price of the “I Just Need to Talk” session. Any purchase of the “I Just Need to Talk”...Read More

September 25, 2018     Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers, Would you like more people to know about your work as a coach, speaker or consultant? A book can help. I talk about the 10 ways a book can support your business in my class, How a Book Can Boost Your Business. If you...Read More

January 3, 2017     Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers,   Happy New Year! For today’s tip, I’m delighted to welcome Nick Petrie to talk about writing and his new novel, Burning Bright. I heard Petrie speak at Murder and Mayhem in Milwaukee, and he’s got plenty of helpful tips for new writers. If...Read More

June 28, 2016   Note From Rochelle   Dear Writers, As summer gets into full swing, it’s time once again for the summer reading list. But first, I have a few hints on how you can make time to read. And, at the end of a post, you’ll have a chance to win one of...Read More

October 27, 2015 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, This coming Wednesday, October 28 at 12:00 PM CT, I’ll be teaching a special Write Now! Mastermind Class on the various ways you can use a book to attract clients. If you’re not yet a member you can sign up here. Of you are a member, watch your...Read More