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Author Archives: erinkcasey
3 Ways to Boost Your Creativity
If you can’t think of anything new to say, you may need a boost of creativity to push you out of The Rut and back into the land of free-flowing ideas. Continue reading
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Tagged articles, author, blogs, boring, coach, content, creativity, repurpose, rut, speaker, stuck, writer, writer's block, writing
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You’ll Never Find Time to Write
Oprah has her list of things she knows “for sure.” One thing we know “for sure” is that the idea of finding time to write is a myth. You must make time to write. Here are a few suggestions on how to make writing part of your daily life. Continue reading
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Tagged coach, find time to write, making time to write, practice, retreat, self-discipline, speaker, writer, writing
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Boost Your Creativity
Our brains crave variety. When we shake up our routines and step outside our comfort zones, our brains reward us with new perspectives, new ideas and creative thoughts. Continue reading
Posted in Events, Inspiration, Writing Tips
Tagged comfort zone, creative thinking, creativity, new ideas, writer's block, writer's retreat
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Getting Started with Your Writing
Questions keep us from sending a query letter, or writing the first chapter, or delving into publishing, or marketing our finished pieces… We want to know that we’re doing it right. Well, sometimes there is no one right way. Sometimes just getting started is the right action to take. Continue reading
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Tagged action plan, getting started, how to, outline, time to write, writing
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5 Tips for Getting the Most from a Writers’ Retreat
Retreats are a sure-fire way to make sure something gets done. No more talking about it—way more “doing it.” Continue reading
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Tagged get away, how to make time to write, how to write, retreat, schedule, time to write, workshop, writer's retreat
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Get More Out of Your Writing
In this guest blog, author Dena Dyer shares a few tips for enjoying a long, successful writing career. Some of the buzz-words in the media the last few years have been reduce, re-use, and recycle. As a writer, I do … Continue reading
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Tagged back of the room materials, coach, earn profit, freelance, make more money, repurpose, reusing, speaker, writing
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What Makes a Great Children’s Book?
What makes a great children’s book? These three ingredients will make your work a delectable read, regardless of the age group you write for. Continue reading
Give Thanks… in Writing
I loved the challenge Todd Smith proposed on his Little Things Matter blog this morning. Make a list of everything you have to be thankful for. Reflect on the blessings in your life — especially the people who encourage, support … Continue reading
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Tagged hand-written notes, inspiration, journal, say thank you, writing
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Jenna’s Top 10 Faves at My Writers’ Connection Retreat & Workshop
10. Editor + Round Table Feedback on my narrative; knowing what the rules are means you can break them effectively. 9. Departure Port was NOLA! Architecture in the French Quarter, Beignettes & cafe au lait at Cafe du Monde, unique … Continue reading
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Tagged fun, tax-deductible, travel, workshop, writer's retreat, writing
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