The Way You Write

What does it take to actually get an agent? Sabrina Nilsson joins this episode to share insights on how to persist in the querying process, have patience, and adjust when necessary.

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Writer's block...the mysterious ailment that descends out of the blue and keeps writers from getting words on the page. In this episode, Cynthia shares 3 things that actually might be happening when writers experience "writer's block." When we can properly identify the source of the stuck experience, we can more effectively create solutions that get us out of it.

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This episode is for the writer who has reached burnout and doesn't know how to reconnect with their writing again. We dive into what causes burnout, how to recover, and how to set up a sustainable writing practice moving forward.

In this solo episode, Cynthia shares some personal thoughts about what it means to truly belong.

Sometimes we believe that we will never find a space where we feel like we can be who we are without pretending AND be celebrated for it.

This episode announces two new spaces for writers that will help them experience exactly that.

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6x bestselling author Pia Edberg joins this conversation about how to embody bestseller energy, trust the creative flow, and find coziness within creative winters.

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Connect with Pia Edberg here:

IG: instagram.com/pia.edberg

Website: dreambookacademy.com

In a world that pushes algorithms and trends, we can forget that being a creative isn't always about creating. Sometimes we need space to just be.

When we slow down and build a foundation for the mind, body, and soul, we reclaim our creativity and our own authentic journey.

To learn more about Mikaela:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikaela.thesoulfairy/

In this episode, we dig into clarifying the vision you have for writing and publishing, releasing perfectionism, and how to keep your creative center steady when outside opinions (or harsh reviews) threaten to shake your confidence. Guest Amy Vogel joins in this conversation about courage, honesty, and remembering who you are why you write in the first place.

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https://www.amywvogel.com/

https://www.instagram.com/amywvogel/

The Way You Write is all about ditching one-size-fits-all writing advice and doing what works for you. This episode goes into Cynthia's background in linguistics and how she was trained to observe language rather than judge it. Explore what it means to be "fluent" in a language, and what happens when we step away from evaluating whether our writing is "good" or "bad."

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If you've never worked with a writing coach or editor before, this episode gives you signs to look for that show you might benefit from it.

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In this episode, Cynthia breaks down the plot of Disney's Mulan using the Save the Cat plot structure. She shows how the themes are planted and developed expertly, leading in an emotionally rewarding and satisfying experience.

Contact Cynthia:

IG: @cynthiamerrillediting (https://www.instagram.com/cynthiamerrillediting/)

Email: [email protected]

Website: cynthiamerrillediting.com