Motivation goes away, so you need to be able to write using your dedication to your stories rather than waiting for motivation to come back, but how do you get yourself to keep writing when you don't have motivation? In today's episode, I answer a listener question (thanks, Ashley!) with five quick tricks you can use to write even when you're not feeling motivated. Happy writing!

It comes at some point in pretty much all creative projects--that moment when your initial rush of enthusiasm and motivation wanes and the work gets hard. You may find yourself disliking everything you write and questioning whether you should even continue with your project. My friend, you have not fallen off a cliff...you've hit the Dip! In today's episode, I explain what the Dip is and give you three simple tools to use to get yourself through the Dip and back to a place where you love your project again. Happy writing!

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Entering the world of writing and publishing sometimes feels like you need to learn a new language. Suddenly people are throwing around phrases like alpha reader and beta reader and CP...and your head is left spinning. In today's episode, I break down all things alpha, beta, and CP for you. We go over the differences, some best practices, and why alpha readers are not the best way to go. Happy writing!

Happy February, writers! Today's episode is all about checking in with our writing goals. Most New Year's Resolutions have already been abandoned by February 1st, but that doesn't mean you need to let go of the writing goals you've set--even if progress doesn't look like you wanted it to. In today's episode, I help you reframe your goals so you can make forward progress on them. I also give you an update on my own writing projects and glimpse into my writing practice. Happy writing!

Let's chat! Tell me how your writing goals are going and ask any questions you have--let's come up with a solid plan to keep you working toward your goals in February! Find me on social media @rachelbatemanbooks on both Instagram and Threads. Or reach out via email.

M Night Shyamalan is known for writing some of the best twists in Hollywood. In today's episode, I break down how he wrote the twist in The Sixth Sense and what it can teach you about creating super effective, mind-blowing twists in your own writing. Happy writing!

SPOILER ALERT--if you somehow don't know the twist in the Sixth Sense movie yet, please skip this episode until you've seen it.

I absolutely love a big twist in a story...when it's done well. In today's episode, I share two very simple but powerful tips to help you write effective twists that will both surprise and satisfy your readers. Happy writing!

Plot bunnies. Shiny New Idea Syndrome. Whatever you call it, most authors have dealt with it--the overwhelm and indecision that comes from having many different ideas you want to write but not having the time to write them all. The good news is, you CAN write them all...just not at the same time. In today's episode I give you some tips to help you decide which projects to focus on first. Happy writing!

When you share your favorites, don't forget to include your own art on the list. Happy Writing!

Have you ever looked at another author's publication schedule and wonder how they can possibly write so quickly? In today's episode, I discuss the common assumptions around writing speed and the importance of finding and honoring your own pace. Happy writing!

So much of how we feel day to day is based on how closely our reality lines up with our expectations. By managing your expectations about your writing and author career, you can let yourself dream big while still protecting yourself from the devastation of not meeting your expectations. In today's episode, I discuss what that looks like and how to manage your expectations while still taking risks and chasing your dreams. Happy writing!