Story in nonfiction writing To show you how the story journey works in writing nonfiction books, let’s go on a journey with one of your clients. We’ll call her Mia. Mia has come to you for financial advice. Something has happened in Mia’s life that has made her realize she can no longer continue to manage her finances ... read more
Nonfiction writing
It’s all about story. Even for nonfiction writing. Wait. What? You might say, “Jen, I think I’m on your wrong list. I’m writing nonfiction. I’ve got clients I’m trying to help. I’ve got something I want to say. I’m not writing a novel.” Exactly. But let me ask you a question. Are you trying to help your clients ... read more
Fiction Writers
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Hope for the Chronically Disorganized (and the Horizontal Organizer)
Are you a horizontal organizer? There are plenty of articles out there on getting organized. Let’s face it, it’s pretty hard to write if you can’t find your computer, your desk, or that research you need for your latest article. I can hear the groans now. Been there, done that. Right? How many of you have tried to get ... read more
How to keep writing during difficult times
We are finally moving into cooler weather after record-breaking heat. We’ve also had a record number of fires and fire season is just beginning. While I’d like to think that, because we have the ability to write anywhere, these things shouldn’t affect our writing, it would be a mistake. We are not compartmentalized ... read more
