Nothing brings on a cold sweat faster for me than staring at a blank page and cursing down the blinking …
7 common questions from first-time non-fiction authors
I have been a writing coach for a decade and as much as I have worked with a wide range …
Writing in short bursts
Do you ever find yourself with a little break between clients or appointments and that nagging feeling that you “should” …
Why you need a writing retreat
Writing can be a challenging and solitary pursuit, but attending a writing retreat can offer numerous benefits, including inspiration, motivation, …
The Healing Power of Memoirs
I am a huge fan of memoirs and tend to gravitate toward the genre more often than not. Some of …
Promoting your book to the right audience
The second point in this book promotion series I wanted to share after my successful book launch is to focus …
Don’t Be Afraid of New Year’s Resolutions
By Kim Cheel I think there are two camps regarding New Year’s resolutions: Camp 1 is all for it and …
Dealing With Rejection In Writing
By Kim Cheel You’ve finished your manuscript, you’ve got a query, and now you’re pitching to agents and publishers. You’re …
Writing The Right Words
By Kim Cheel There’s a scene in a later season of one of my favourite 30-minute shows, The Office, where …
Don’t Rush the Last Half of Your Book
By Kim Cheel How often have you agonized over the first half of a project and then realized you’re over …