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Whether you call it writer’s block or the frustration of writing in circles, getting stuck in the mud and not knowing how to make consistent progress is a very common problem we hear from writers every day. The mud writers
Writing a memoir is a big project, and for many first-time authors, one of the first struggles they face is determining exactly how long it should take to write. Many authors, especially when they feel compelled to write a memoir
Pre-writing, development, chapter train, revisions, edits—when you understand the whole process and have it laid out in front of you like a well-marked road, it can feel like there would be no reason at all to stop you from finishing
The moment you decide you want to write a memoir, a whole chorus of emotions arise. Joy, anticipation, the thrill of finally giving shape to a story that’s been tugging at you for years, but right alongside that excitement comes
The New Year is a time of reflection and, often, promise-making. (Can you believe it’s 2026!?) We promise ourselves that this year, we’re going to be the best version of ourselves. We’re going to rise to a higher standard, accomplish
For our last video and blog of 2025 (!), we are reflecting on the biggest mistakes we’ve seen (and made) over this year, often over and over again. These aren’t mistakes like putting a comma before every “and” regardless of
Books with amazing potential are abandoned every day. And then picked up again. And then put in a drawer. And then dusted off and that cycle can continue for years or even decades. Does this sound familiar to you? This
Perfectionism isn’t just holding yourself to a high standard—it’s putting the standard out of reach in a way that means it won’t ever be met. In working with authors and clients, we hear often “I just need it to be
Launching your book can be the culmination of months to years of work, and the moment of realizing a personal dream you’ve carried a long time. That also means that launching a book is full of pressures—both from your own
Putting your story out there is a scary process, especially for memoirists. Not only are you relating your life story, which requires vulnerability and honesty, but you’re also putting your writing ability on display. We often hear from writers that
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