Every December, writers around the world do the same thing. They set new writing goals. Sometimes, they even set the same goals as the year before. Why? Because they never achieved them. Like them, you may have had good intentions to get different results in the new year. And you’ve had that intention year after year after year. Why do…
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Nonfiction writers who long for a traditional publishing deal or a byline in a national magazine often feel they can’t control these outcomes. Achieving their goals seems dependent upon gatekeepers, like agents, publishers, or editors, to open the gate and allow them in. However, you can—and must—take control of your career to become a published writer. I have been published…
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One thing stands between you and becoming an author—you. Only you can remove that obstacle. How do you do that? Take responsibility for yourself. Commit to becoming an author. Develop the necessary mindsets and habits. Take Responsibility for Yourself I know you have lots of reasons for not becoming an author. You believe you don’t have time or have too…
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I have a writer friend who often says, “I’m giving myself grace.” Typically, this is when she finds herself in circumstances that provide a good reason—excuse—not to write or take actions that will help her get published. Each time she lets herself off the hook by giving herself grace, she gives her power to her circumstances and stays stuck…and unpublished….
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How often have you said, “I can’t write today because…” Fill in the blank with any reason you prefer, like “I don’t have enough time,” “I need to work and earn some money,” “I am over-committed,” “I have to do X, Y, or Z,” “My mother, father, kids, partner, boss, or friend won’t like it,” “I’m too tired,” or “I…
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