For those of you who are hibernating up north, I’m sure you are tucked away with a fleece blanket, hot cocoa and your laptop, hammering out word count. For those of us who spend winters in Florida, that’s the time we love to be outdoors in the bright sunshine and warmth. The key to blasting the winter blues is to recognize the differences in your time and use it wisely. For example, this time of year, I always want to be outside. I live in central Florida and the weather is to die for. If I’m cooped up inside typing out a word count, I become depressed. Seriously. It ain’t pretty. Conversely, hot, sticky summers in the Sunshine State dehydrate me and drive me indoors. I know this about my […]
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Your Dream Is Worth Your Effort
By Rachel Hauck on January 14, 2013 in 4. Writer’s Life, Inspiration and Life Coaching, 7. Search by Author:, Editing Basics, Encourage Me!, General Topics, Loosen Up!, Nurturing the Soul, Rachel Hauck, Susan May Warren, Writing, Writing Life Coaching
Hey! I’m filling in for Susie May this morning. She just got back from a fantastic retreat with some marvelous marketers in Texas, so she’s in catch up mode. I was telling her about a conversation I had with the great Matt Jones at Jones House Creative about writing. I told him, “Your dream is worth your effort.” He in kind, immortalized the line in a screen saver for me to used and remember! It’s so true. Your dream is worth your effort. Worth your time. Don’t let anyone or anything steal it. TV? Not worth it. I laugh at Hollywood award ceremonies. They want me to watch them give awards to each other? Well hey, Hollywood, show up at ACFW Carol Awards this year. Watch us give awards to […]
Read the RestA Preview of What’s Happening At MBT in 2013!
By Susan May Warren on January 8, 2013 in 1. Discover your story, 4. Writer’s Life, Inspiration and Life Coaching, 5. MBT Interviews and Events, 7. Search by Author:, Encourage Me!, Susan May Warren, Team Member Preview, Writing Life Coaching
We have lots planned for MBT this year! If you’re wondering why you might want to stick around, bookmark the blog, get the flashblog or join our free or paid premium membership…well, here are a few reasons! 1. Focus on SCENES! We’re going to focus on building great SCENEs this year – both in our Advanced Member lessons and our Peptalks! We’re going to be doing live critiques on the Peptalks – (anonymous!) as well as pulling apart powerful scenes to show you how they work. In the Advanced Member lessons, we’ll take apart the elements and show you how to build them into your own novels. 2. The Business of Writing! We know that becoming an author is much much more than just writing a great book. Today’s author must […]
Read the RestSaying Goodbye to Sally, and what she learned on the journey!
By Susan May Warren on January 7, 2013 in 1. Discover your story, 3. Publish your Story, 4. Writer’s Life, Inspiration and Life Coaching, 6. Search by Series:, 7. Search by Author:, Encourage Me!, Susan May Warren, Truth or Dare: Conversations with an aspiring novelist, Writing Life Coaching
“I like your jacket,” I said as Sally sat down at the table. She unwound a knitted scarf, rich with reds and greens. “Christmas gifts, as well as these.” Sally held out fingerless gloves. “For typing on cold days.” “Perfect. How is the editing going?” “I’m finished, or at least, for now. I sent it to a group of friends to read, and I’m looking at a conference to attend so I can pitch my story.” “I’m proud of you, Sally. You’ve learned so much this year –“ “I know. I have this strange euphoria. Story ideas follow me into the night and I can’t wait to get started on my next story.” “It’s because you realized…you can write a book. All the way to the end. Nothing feels better […]
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