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This is my blog. I hope you enjoy it. It is in the midst of construction. Scroll around, there are some sweet videos and rants that I think you’ll enjoy, and please check back soon.

Creating Great Plot Twists

Posted by on Aug 31, 2022 in Videos | Comments Off on Creating Great Plot Twists

Creating Great Plot Twists

Plot twists are found in every genre, it’s all about the unexpected, so the reader wants to learn more. The best tip for writing great twists is to come up with or write about unexpected developments or circumstances while making sure to explain it in a way that is believable – unless it’s a memoir and it’s meant to shock the reader. The challenge for the writer is to craft twists that are both unexpected and...

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The Importance of Dialog in Any Genre

Posted by on Aug 30, 2022 in Videos | 2 comments

The Importance of Dialog in Any Genre

People in a story or a case study or in a memoir are on a journey that needs to be ever moving forward. Nothing can slow the journey down more quickly than two people sitting down and making small talk, moving from one topic to another. Intention is vital. Every word that is spoken by the people in a story needs to help drive the story...

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How To Use The Right Amount of Tension In Your Writing.

Posted by on Aug 29, 2022 in Videos | 1 comment

How To Use The Right Amount of Tension In Your Writing.

Tension is created by lack. Lack of understanding, lack of closure, lack of power, lack of love, or inner peace. When your readers have questions, that creates tension. When they need to know what happens next, that is...

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How to Write An Easy Three Part Outline

Posted by on Aug 25, 2022 in Videos | 1 comment

How to Write An Easy Three Part Outline

Your outline will become a template for your book. The outline can often be overwhelming, and this is where some writers quit or abandon the project. Try not to over-think this. Remember, you don’t need to have everything figured out before you...

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Motivational Mindmapping Techniques

Posted by on Aug 24, 2022 in Videos | 3 comments

Motivational Mindmapping Techniques

Mind Mapping is one of the coolest tools in your writer’s toolkit and it’s mandatory if you’re going to properly prepare to write your book. Mind Mapping gets you using both sides of your brain (the analytical side and the creative side) while you plan. This process allows all thoughts, ideas and information to rise to the surface of your...

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The Movie Method to Visualize Your Story

Posted by on Aug 23, 2022 in Videos | 1 comment

The Movie Method to Visualize Your Story

Learning to write as if your watching the scene play out on a screen is essential for any genre or subject. We have all heard “show don’t tell,” but it’s a lot easier when you think of your writing in terms of what you want your reader to...

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How to use great storytelling for any genre of book writing

Posted by on Aug 22, 2022 in Videos | Comments Off on How to use great storytelling for any genre of book writing

How to use great storytelling for any genre of book writing

A good story drives people to turn the page, to share their work, and make any book unforgettable. It doesn’t matter what genre you’re writing. There are some key elements every writer needs to know to ensure their book and their writing successfully lands with their...

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How to Use the ‘Placeholder Method’ to get into flow.

Posted by on Aug 18, 2022 in Videos | 3 comments

How to Use the ‘Placeholder Method’ to get into flow.

Every writer wants to get into the flow – where writing feels effortless! I created a simple process that will help you take off the pressure of having to “get it right the first time” and to enjoy writing a rough draft. I will teach it to you...

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My Top 3 secrets for writing a great book quickly & easily

Posted by on Aug 17, 2022 in Videos | 4 comments

My Top 3 secrets for writing a great book quickly & easily

MYTH: It takes a lot of time to write a book. Today I share my tips and tricks for writing a great book quickly and...

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Write WIth Me: 20 High Impact Ways to Transform Your Writing

Posted by on Aug 16, 2022 in Videos | 3 comments

Write WIth Me: 20 High Impact Ways to Transform Your Writing

Write WIth Me: 20 High Impact Ways to Transform Your Writing From August 15th – Sept 9th I will be streaming live at 9:30am PST – 9:50 am with information, tips on writing in 2022, book publishing, and attracting clients with your...

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