• Should I Hire a Ghostwriter?

    We’re coming up on the end of another year, and if you made a goal to finally write your book in 2020 but didn’t see the project through, hiring a ghostwriter may have already come to mind. 3 questions to ask yourself if you’re considering a ghostwriter. 1. What does a ghostwriter do? A ghostwriter helps develop a manuscript in their client’s same tone and voice. To do this, a ghostwriter relies on in-depth interviews with their client. They transcribe the recorded interviews and use that information to outline and write each chapter. At the end of the ghostwriting process, the client…

  • How to Set Realistic Intentions for 2021

    By creating an intention, we make the active choice to experience a specific type of day or a specific journey for the year. A simple example of creating an intention for the day is saying, “I’m going to have a great day.” And an example of creating an intention for a year would be “I’m going to find a new hobby I enjoy” or “I’m going to write my book in 2021.” With a brand new year insight, and what feels like a never-ending pandemic, most of us are probably feeling one of two ways about resolutions for 2021. One…

  • Post-Writing Blues

    Disclosure If you or any other person have concerns about depression you should consult with your health care provider immediately. The opinions and views expressed on this blog and website have no relation to those of any academic, hospital, health practice, or other governing institution.   What Is Post-Writing Blues? You did it! You finished writing your book and a huge weight has been lifted off your shoulders. So, why do you feel … down? Post-writing blues, which is also referred to as post-creation depression, can creep in at the end of a long creative journey. All creative types—writers, singers, dancers,…

  • Winter Writing: 10 Tips For Staying Warm

    There is something about the winter that makes me want to write even more. Maybe it’s because it’s an indoor activity that keeps me out of the cold weather or because it’s a great excuse to make my workspace extra cozy for writing time—whatever the reason the winter season is a great time to focus on your writing. There is something to beware of when writing in the winter: sitting still for long periods of time makes it harder to keep your body warm. So, you may notice you feel colder at your desk than you typically do when moving…