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Is ChatGPT your summer intern?
Strategies for using AI ethically to boost author creativity. Let's make those robots "werk" for us, I say!
Jun 7
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Let your freak flag fly...
Two TV show recommendations that will put a dose of compassion and kindness into your post-Succession life.
Jun 2
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May 2023
Should you start a Substack? 5 tips before you launch
To Substack or not to Substack, that is the question. (Plus, a discount code to celebrate my first year on this platform!)
May 31
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Do you want to see me build out a memoir with someone?
Hello writer friends! This is my first time doing a poll— so fingers crossed I’m doing it right! An exciting opportunity has come my way to crea…
May 24
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Introducing the book titling strategy that sells like wildfire
Today, we're going to learn about a certain naming strategy that sells the hell out of books of every type. We'll also discuss death.
May 24
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The top 6 things you need to build (and maintain) an author platform.
How to build your author brand and get hired for cool things
May 17
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Summer reading list + a giveaway bonanza
If you don't have a Mother's Day present yet, I've got a last minute fix for you
May 12
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Opening Pages Week 6: Delivering on your query letter from paragraph one
The five things you must do before sending pages to a VIP
May 5
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April 2023
Opening Pages Intensive Week 5: It's Subscriber Feedback Friday!
Today we are focusing on (not) missing opportunities in our opening pages. Read on!
Apr 28
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On Notes and a new open call for pages
Plus news about a writing retreat I've launched!
Apr 26
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Opening Pages Intensive Week 4: Using voice effectively
Let’s talk about voice, baby (and what it has the potential to reveal about your characters)
Apr 21
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Introducing "The Heart of It" writing retreats!
A brand new way to problem-solve, to rejuvenate, and to retreat with author and publishing expert, Courtney Maum. Applications are open now until June…
Apr 19
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