“It is necessary to any originality to have the courage to be an amateur.” ~Wallace Stevens

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No matter your skill level, sometimes the best way forward is to go back to the basics. Happy writing!

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There's a lot of debate about the best way to write a book or screenplay, but the reality is HOW you do it doesn't matter. All that matters is that you're writing in a way that works for you. Happy writing!

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I have one simple tip for you today. It's not a writing tip, but it can help with your writing nonetheless. Happy writing!

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There's been a lot of chatter online about growing an author platform before querying agents, but how big does your platform really need to be. Let's discuss. Happy writing!

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It can be incredibly daunting and overwhelming to think about all the things that need to happen to give you your dream writing life. Today, I want you to pick just one thing that will bring you closer to your dreams. Happy writing!

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There are two lies that many writers have internalized as truths, and they are keeping so many people from reaching their dreams. Are you lying to yourself? Let's discuss. Happy writing!

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...and dare to start! I'm sharing a bit of wisdom from my journal today. Happy writing!

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Today is my 16th wedding anniversary, so what better way to celebrate on the podcast than by sharing a trick Geek Husband taught me for breaking through any plot or story issues I might be facing. It's time to get a rubber duckie, y'all. Happy writing!

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Research can be one of the most fun parts about writing, but it can also get in the way of writing your actual book. In today's episode, I share a couple tips for managing your research so you can both learn what you need to in order to write your book and avoid getting so caught up in the research phase that you never actually write the book. Happy writing!

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