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My problem with writing groups…
I have been rewarding myself lately for the completion of my third non-fiction book, by reading a GREAT novel! Have you heard about “The Paris Wife” yet? I find it to be the perfect distraction from all the pressure I put … Continue reading
Posted in Becoming an author in midlife, Believing in yourself as a writer, Blogging, Fort Collins author, Fort Collins writer, Learning how to become a writer, Making a living as a writer, Stress Management for Writers, Stresses of authorship, Stresses of becoming a writer, the need to be heard, the process of writing, The psychological challenges of becoming a writer, Writers' groups, Writing and authenticity, Writing and loneliness, writing and meaning, Writing and personal growth, Writing and self-discovery, Writing and Self-worth, Writing critique groups, Writing the truth
Tagged can I learn from writing groups?, committed writers, Paula McLain writing, serious writers, The Paris Wife review, writing groups
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Traditional publishing versus the “INDIE” approach
My friend and fellow writer Tammy Bleck would like to share with you her experience with both traditional and independent publishing. You tell ‘em Tammy!
Posted in Becoming an author in midlife, Believing in yourself as a writer, Learning how to become a writer, Making a living as a writer, Marketing your book, Marketing yourself as a writer, Stresses of authorship, The psychological challenges of becoming a writer, Why self-publish?, Writers' groups, Writing and authenticity, Writing and loneliness, Writing and Self-worth, Writing critique groups, Writing the truth
Tagged pros and cons of traditional publishing, should I self-publish?, Tammy Bleck, traditional publishing versus independent, Witty Woman Writing Blog
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Guest Blogger Charlie Hudson shares her experiences!
You may be tired of my opinions and experiences as a writer so I have a guest blogger for you today. Charlie Hudson finished up her career in the army and then decided to become a writer and novelist. Here’s … Continue reading
Posted in Becoming an author in midlife, Believing in yourself as a writer, Freedom of the press, Learning how to become a writer, Publicity for writers, Stresses of authorship, Stresses of becoming a writer, the need to be heard, The psychological challenges of becoming a writer, Why self-publish?, Why stress management is essential, Writer's anxiety, Writers' groups, writing and meaning, Writing and self-discovery, Writing and Self-worth, Writing critique groups, Writing to learn more about yourself
Tagged author, Charlie Hudson, Guest blogger Charlie Hudson
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Getting what you need from a writing group
In my five years as a professional writer, I have been in only two writing groups. My first lasted about three years, back when I was just learning the rules of freelance writing (so I could break them later!) I … Continue reading
Posted in Believing in yourself as a writer, Blogging, Learning how to become a writer, Reader's anxiety, Stress Management for Writers, Stresses of becoming a writer, the need to be heard, The psychological challenges of becoming a writer, Writer's anxiety, Writers' groups, Writing and authenticity, Writing and self-discovery, Writing and Self-worth, Writing critique groups, Writing to learn more about yourself
Tagged getting your writing needs met, what do you need from a writing group?
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Reading your writing in public
Tonight is the big night! I’m reading the intro. to my new book at the open mic at our local writers’ group. How does that feel? Not too bad… I have had quite a bit of experience with writers group … Continue reading
Posted in Believing in yourself as a writer, Learning how to become a writer, Reader's anxiety, Stress Management for Writers, Stresses of becoming a writer, the need to be heard, The psychological challenges of becoming a writer, Writer's anxiety, Writers' groups, Writing and authenticity, Writing and self-discovery, Writing and Self-worth, Writing critique groups, Writing to learn more about yourself
Tagged dealing with a critique of your work, feeling bad about your writing, public shaming, reading your writing in public, shame issues
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