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Control Issues
How to feel in control when you’re work is out of our hands
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Reframing Writer’s Block
There is no singular cause of writer’s block, but for many—especially new writers—the root cause of their writer’s block is fear.
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What to Do When You Have More Than One Agent Offer?
When I was querying my second book, I had the opportunity to have three calls with agents who offered me representation. It is a unique position to be in, so I thought I’d share a few things I learned from the calls that might help other querying writers, whether you have one or multiple offers…
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Write What You Know
“Can I write __________ ?” This question is everywhere on social media and writing forums, often posed by new writers. I think the culprit is one of the most common pieces of writing advice that gets thrown around: “Write what you know.” But what does that mean, exactly?
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How to Read Like a Writer
There are things you learn about writing that can only be taught through reading (Or listening. Audiobooks absolutely count).
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How to Write a Novel: Be Flexible
I don’t want to give anyone the wrong impression (the internet is full enough of those.) If you’ve seen my other blog posts, you know that I am currently planning a new novel. (That’s planning with a capital P.) I have a workbook filled to the brim (Seriously, it barely closes) with notes on character…
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How to Write a Novel: Vibe, Heart, Stakes
Today, I want to share an example of how I plot out a chapter using a method that boils down to three parts: vibe, heart, and stakes.
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A Brief Guide to Querying
Getting an agent feels like a giant leap forward on the road to becoming a published author–and it is–but it isn’t the end goal. The goal is not to get an agent. The goal is to sell your book.
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How to Write a Novel: Brainstorming Ideas
Here are a few tricks I’ve come up with to fool my planner brain into storming more effectively!
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How to Write a Novel: Finding Your Story
I set up my index cards, what’s next? A workbook that helps me find my story, first by getting to know my characters, and then by mapping their moments onto the structure scaffolding.
Amy Tordoff 