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Why I write!
A magnificent quote from Elizabeth A. Havey (Beth) “On any given day, writing is my escape, my amazing friend, my intellectual stimulation as I seek and often find the right word, the exact phrase–or dream about finding it. Either way I go … Continue reading
Is it time to write a memoir?
This recent lunar eclipse feels like it’s pushing me to write a memoir. The next obvious question is a memoir of what? How many years should I tackle at once? I don’t mind admitting the whole idea baffles me. Half … Continue reading
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, Stress Management for Writers, Stresses of authorship, the need to be heard, the process of writing, Walsenburg author, Writing and authenticity, writing and meaning, Writing and personal growth, Writing and self-discovery, Writing and Self-worth, Writing to learn more about yourself
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The ‘Why We Write’ Blog Tour!
I just joined a great group of midlife writers in this tour. All of them have something to say about the need to write and blog…
Posted in Becoming an author in midlife, Believing in yourself as a writer, Blog Coaching, Fort Collins author, Fort Collins writer, Freedom of the press, Learning how to become a writer, Making a living as a writer, Publicity for writers, 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, Writing and authenticity, Writing and loneliness, writing and meaning, Writing and personal growth, Writing and self-discovery, Writing and Self-worth
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How to be a writer:
“Find your voice, shout it from the rooftops, and keep doing it until the people that are looking for you find you.” — Dan Harmon
Bloggers: STOP marketing for others for FREE!
I was just approached by one of those new “influencing agencies” who expect bloggers to sell products for them by giving them a “gift basket.” To which I responded: “Nice Try!” Here is my full response about what is happening … Continue reading
Posted in Blog Coaching, Blog etiquette, Blogging, Blogs and advertising, Fort Collins author, Fort Collins writer, Making a living as a writer, Marketing yourself as a writer, Stress Management for Writers, Writing and Self-worth, writing as a business, Writing the truth
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A unique way to get some great writing publicity!
I had an interesting and fun experience yesterday! I appeared on the Huff Post Third Metric explaining how getting fired for the first time in my life ten years ago, showed me the amazing value of listening to my own … Continue reading
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How to be a writer
Just found a GREAT and HILARIOUS piece about becoming a writer. Read and enjoy!
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, Stress Management for Writers, the need to be heard, the process of writing, The psychological challenges of becoming a writer
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Who reads books anymore?
According to an excellent opinion piece in the New York Times today, not very many of us! However, this article does confirm my belief that short, pithy books are best to write and market these days… like mine!
Posted in Believing in yourself as a writer, Fort Collins writer, Freedom of the press, Making a living as a writer, Stresses of authorship, Stresses of becoming a writer, the need to be heard, Why self-publish?, Writing and authenticity, Writing and loneliness, writing and meaning
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Gift ideas for Writers: It’s the Midlife Madness sale!
Loyal readers, please listen-up! Whenever I publish a new book, I am asked to order a certain number of paper copies from my printer. These books I store in my living room, but I would much rather get them out … Continue reading
Posted in Becoming an author in midlife, Believing in yourself as a writer, Blogs and advertising, Fort Collins author, Fort Collins writer, Learning how to become a writer, Making a living as a writer, Marketing your book, Marketing yourself as a writer, Stresses of becoming a writer, The psychological challenges of becoming a writer, Writing and authenticity, writing and meaning
Tagged books on midlife change, changing your life in the middle, Midlife Madness Sale!
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Caution to all of you who want to say what you think…
When accused in a book review of being a “Debbie Downer” for reviewing the research and stating the facts about boomer reality, how could I not respond?
Posted in Becoming an author in midlife, Believing in yourself as a writer, Fort Collins author, Freedom of the press, Learning how to become a writer, Making a living as a writer, Marketing your book, Publicity for writers, Stresses of authorship, the need to be heard
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How to BELIEVE in yourself as a writer 