by Stephanie Dethlefs | Nov 8, 2022 | Accountability, Inner critic, Mindset, writing life
When we set out to write a novel, we have one goal, which is to write a novel. But we also know that having the goal of writing a novel is not unlike standing at the foot of a mountain with the plan to climb it. We know it’s going to be amazing at the top but, man,...
by Stephanie Dethlefs | Oct 18, 2022 | Planning your book, Plot development, writing craft, Writing middle grade, Writing YA
Having vague or fuzzy ideas can lead to self-doubt and discouragement, but self-doubt does not need to keep you from writing your book. In this episode, we’re playing with plot ideas by asking the question “what if?” and watching as a story begins to take shape....
by Stephanie Dethlefs | Sep 28, 2022 | Inner critic, Mindset, writing life
Self-doubt (a.k.a. imposter syndrome, writers’ block and the inner critic) is an experience that all writers have. The question is not how to get rid of it, but how to understand it and work with it. Transcript: Stephanie: (00:03)Hello writers. Welcome to the...
by Stephanie Dethlefs | Sep 20, 2022 | Accountability, Book Coaching, First Draft, How to write a novel, Inner critic, Mindset, Planning your book, Revision, writing life, Writing schedule
Working with a book coach is a lot like working with a personal trainer for exercise. Can you do it without one? Sure! But are there benefits to working with someone who deeply understands the skills and strategies and will support you as you reach for the big goals?...
by Stephanie Dethlefs | Jul 26, 2022 | Accountability, Inner critic, Mindset, writing life, Writing schedule
When was the last time you sat down to write your book? If you’re experiencing difficulty finding your way to the page, this short episode is for you. We’ll peel back the layers to find out what’s beneath it, and learn how to manage our self-doubt in order to write...
