Hi Reader! The Write Anyway Summit is in full swing, and I just have to tell you how honored I am to be a part of it. Plus, I wanted to (not so) humble brag about what some people have said about my presentation so far! When asked about their biggest takeaway from Day 1 of the summit, this is what a couple people said about my Plan for Anything presentation: (WAS=Write Anyway Summit) I've really enjoyed the entire Write Anyway Summit so far but I've got to say "Plan for Anything" has been my...
11 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! It’s happening! 🎉 My Planning for Anything presentation goes live today at 2pm Mountain Time (that’s 1pm Pacific, 4pm Eastern) as part of the Write Anyway Summit!!! I’m so excited to share this with you. Here’s a peek at what Sue Campbell and I will be diving into: How to save your writing life when time feels impossible. The secret to reconnecting with your story so it pulls you back, even after life derails you. How to keep your story alive even on your most unmotivated, low...
12 days ago • 1 min read
WRITE AND FINISH YOUR DAMN (GOOD) BOOK Hi Reader, I don't usually send more than one email a week, but don't want you to have FOMO (fear of missing out). If you haven't already signed up for the FREE Summit, it's coming up quick! Like, MONDAY. So, here I am to give you one last gentle shove toward signing up. Get your free ticket here: Write Anyway Summit! It kicks off Monday, Oct 20th, and this is your last chance to grab a free ticket (and the best price on an all access pass if that’s your...
15 days ago • 1 min read
WRITE AND FINISH YOUR DAMN (GOOD) BOOK Hi Reader, I'm a Nintendo girl. I grew up playing the original Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) with the little rectangular controller that had the cross directional pad and two buttons. Up, up, down, down, B, A, Start! #iykyk. I played a lot of Super Mario Bros in which Mario ran across the screen. No free world style design and definitely no going back! If you missed the question mark box and passed it, you're S.O.L. Why am I telling you this?...
19 days ago • 1 min read
WRITE AND FINISH YOUR DAMN (GOOD) BOOK Hi Reader, October is heeeere!!! It's my favorite month and just has this magical spooky aura around it that makes me extra jumpy! I love it. Another thing to be excited about for THIS October is... The Write Anyway Summit! Because, life can be a sneaky little tricksy minx, can’t it? Just when you’ve carved out a sliver of writing time… Bam! The dishwasher floods… Or… You suddenly must vacuum the back of the refrigerator… Or… Your kid suddenly needs a...
26 days ago • 2 min read
WRITE AND FINISH YOUR DAMN (GOOD) BOOK Hi Reader! While you were checking out my toys and artwork, I was busy behind the scenes getting something else ready for you… The Labyrinth quiz!!! 🎉 It's here it's here it's finally here!!! 🤩 I'm planning to officially announce this puppy to the world during the Write Anyway Summit* next month (watch for next week's newsletter for more info), but because you’ve been here with me, laughing at my weird gifts, checking out my artwork, sticking with me...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
WRITE AND FINISH YOUR DAMN (GOOD) BOOK Hi Reader, When I'm stuck, unmotivated, out of ideas (rare!), or just tired of my current draft (yes, even coaches struggle!), I sometimes take a break to fill my creative well. For me, this is drawing and painting. Digitally and with "analog" media like acrylics, markers, pencils, crayons... you name it (except oils and watercolors - I'm not patient enough for those!) These drawings are the latest from my digital easel. They are a collection of...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
WRITE AND FINISH YOUR DAMN (GOOD) BOOK Hi Reader, When you are a horror author, such as myself, people tend to give you interesting (and delightful) gifts. Such as soap for writer's block: "Smells like regurgitated ideas and probably a vampire. Come on. It's a bar of soap, not magic. Try vodka." A zombie pencil holder: And... bleeding candles. 🕯️🩸 The pic doesn't do it justice, so I recorded a video just at the PERFECT time! (don't worry... no gore, just wax! Also, watch without sound because...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
WRITE AND FINISH YOUR DAMN (GOOD) BOOK Hi Reader, When you get this, I'll be on vacation in the beautiful Portland, Oregon area followed by a few days on the coast! While I'm away, I'd love for you to hit reply and tell me: In 10 words or less, what are you writing? Happy writing! Claire 📬 Tell me… Are you participating in Novel November? ✍🏻 Story Prompt undeveloped roll of film Looking for past prompts? 🗞️ Questions? Have any writing related questions you'd like me to answer in blog post...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read