Here is the story about what happened with my traditional publishing deal and why the deal fell apart three days before printing. If you want to know how to publish a book and what to watch for, this video is for you. I try to share some valuable author tips whiles in the process of publishing a book. _____________FOLLOW ME ON SUBSTACK: https://diaryofanauthor.substack.com

Tired of hearing that being a writer isn't a viable career? What if your writing could actually pay your bills on a monthly basis? Learn about author income and how to make money writing. This video dives into some strategies and emerging trends that can help you create a sustainable income stream for your writing career, as well as different streams of income ideas.

The podcast is back with new episodes and a new name: Write & accelerate with Natalie. 🚀

Do you ever wonder where all your time goes? This video discusses how tracking your weekly hours can reveal those surprising gaps with wasting time, even when you think you know where your time goes. Learn about time management and how to be productive as a writer to get the most out of your day, by using tools such as google calendar to keep a daily routine.FOLLOW ME ON SUBSTACK 🖤https://diaryofanauthor.substack.com

This is the last episode of season 2 of A Year of Writing. The video podcast will be back in August again with new material.

In today's episode, I reflect on a transformative year away from my day job to pursue my passion for writing. In this episode, I dive into the crucial lessons learned, from establishing a daily writing routine to balancing multiple projects like podcasts, YouTube, and online courses.

Discover how this journey has reshaped my approach to writing and productivity, and get a sneak peek at the surprising reading habits of Swedes in 2023. Whether you're a writer, a creator, or anyone looking for inspiration to chase your dreams, this video is for you. Don’t miss out on the insights that could help shape your next big leap!

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Today, we're diving into a crucial aspect of both writing and marketing—setting SMART goals. SMART goals are: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.

Discover effective time management strategies tailored for writers and authors. Learn how to prioritize tasks, avoid distractions, and utilize the best tools and apps to boost your productivity. Perfect for writers looking to streamline their creative process and fit writing into their daily or weekly routines.

Dr Benjamin Hardy about 10x ⁠https://youtu.be/CBaYX-3mbNs?si=mJYUIrVb5svJoIoV⁠

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

00:52 Understanding Your Writing Goals and Priorities

01:49 Techniques to Avoid Distractions

02:45 Tools and Apps to Enhance Focus and Efficiency

03:54 Building and Maintaining a Routine

04:31 Batch Create To Make Time for Writing

06:15 Learn To Say No

07:47 Conclusion

Today, we're exploring the mysterious, the quirky, and the disciplined world of famous authors' writing routines. Ever wondered if there’s a secret formula to writing success? Let's find out together.

I Tried Hariku Murakamis Writing Routine https://youtu.be/sxyKJACvXls?si=q0huKGaZyFkKmRGv

Chapters:

00:00 Intro

00:21 Early birds

01:43 Night Owls

03:16 Unconventional Methods

03:51 The Discipline of Rutine

04:37 Conclusion

Every book launch breaks down into the following 3 stages:

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Having the right plot points in the right place is a sure way to improve your story. That is why I wanted to talk about my favorite one: The Seven-Point Story Structure.

🎥 Link to Dan Wells Lecture https://youtu.be/KcmiqQ9NpPE

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Do you want a long-term career as an author? If yes, you should start building your author brand today!

Building a brand is a long-term investment. You can’t expect it to happen overnight – you have to keep creating consistently over time to build an audience.

What is an author brand? It is your reputation, and how people perceive you online and offline. In this episode of the podcast, I am going to talk about some questions you need to ask yourself before you get started, how you create an author brand, and how you grow an audience. 

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🎧 A Year of Writing Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DS3a9r2EI8M&list=PLm54pk5o9UIbHA_SZLrjpZ_rqbG_B7pGp&index=1&t=0s

🎙️The Podcast on other platforms https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/a-year-of-writing

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