The Writing Life
Equipping You To Be the Writer You Want to Be
Four Sessions. One Path to Growth.
Introduction
FREE PREVIEWThe Writing Life
What We'll Cover
FREE PREVIEWFour Parts
Topics We Won’t Be Covering
The 16-Year Old Amazon Box
Have You Been Published Before?
Before We Begin to Write
Why Do YOU Write?
Where Do Writing Ideas Come From
Learn to Read like a Writer
Reading Profile
The Prayer Life of a Writer
Recommended Resources
Engaging in The Writing Process
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Research
Organizing Your Research
Moving Forward
The Writing Process
Setting the Stage
When Should You Schedule Your Writing
Que Hora?
Specifics of the Process
The Editing Process
Stare Fear (Editing) in the Face
Cultivating a Supportive Community Around You
My Team
Recommended Resources
Technical Elements of Writing
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Be Clear, Be Compelling, Be Succinct
Make Every Word Tell
Take Off Like a Rocket, Land Like a Plane
Utilize Stories, Images, Symbols, and Metaphors
Watch Out for Your Writing Quirks and Bad Habits
Exclamation Points!!
Employ Active Verbs
Avoid Cliches like The Plague!
Vary Your “Speed”
Be Mindful of Your Firsts and Lasts
Go for a Walk!
Have Fun
Remember When?
Recommended Resources
The Ins and Outs of Publishing-
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3 Truths to Grasp
Recommendations for starting out
Where Are You Now?
Expect to be Rejected
4 Publishing Options: Part 1
4 Publishing Options: Part 2
Who Might Reject You?
Pros and Cons: Part 1
Pros and Cons: Part 2
Which Option Should I Pursue?
Recommended Resources
The Final Word
"I have never been more inspired and equipped as a writer than I have as a result of this course." - A Writing Life Participant