When was the last time you felt creatively inspired Reader? If you're in the Northern Hemisphere, spring has sprung and the days have begun to get brighter and longer. Winter brought a lot of sleeping and resting, as it should, but now the world is awake and ready to procreate! The same energy that wakens the birds and the bees is ready to waken the creative spirit in you. All it needs is a little push. And below, you'll find three free pushes to help you start to feel creatively fertile. 3 free resources to help you feel creatively inspired this spring:Looking for inspiration and education? The School for Writers podcast is for you.Full of interviews with authors, industry professionals and experts in their field, the School for Writers podcast has the inspiration and education you need to thrive as a storyteller. Some of our listeners 3 most favorite episodes include:
Yes, we've been on hiatus for awhile. Between my nephew's cancer and passing, my own major health issues, and my book deal, the podcast had to be put on hold for a bit, but the information in the podcast is timeless. And, you want to catch up before we come back with an even better season 3 later this year!
Know someone who should be in Season 3 when we launch? Reply and tell us who you want to hear from! And yes, you absolutely can pitch yourself if you have something you know our listeners would love to hear/learn. ​ ​ Struggling to find time to write? Our Making Time for Writing in Your Busy Life workbook will help.Think you're too busy to write? Think again. In my three decades of writing and story coaching, I've discovered the keys to making time in your life for writing. These simple yet powerful tools have helped thousands of busy people make room in their lives for writing. Backed by decades of experience, this guide will help you overcome procrastination, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome so you can Write Your Friggin' Book Already®.
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​ ​ Overwhelmed with all the options for support? Pick just one and get started today. And for extra accountability, reply to this email and let me know which of these resources you're going to start with first. Whether you're a paying client, loyal reader, or stranger who just happened upon this email, I am here to support you as you overcome obstacles and Write Your Friggin' Book Already®. Because the world needs your story now more than ever.™ With excitement, Lauren P.S. Don't forget to reply and let me know which free resource you're going to start with, so I can hold you accountable to doing it! |
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School for Writers with Lauren Marie Fleming 🎠Emotional arcs keep your audience engaged Too much drama, they get annoyed. Not enough drama, they get bored. Emotions all over the place, they get confused. This worksheet will help you make sure you strike the right balance. Dear Reader, You know what I love about books? The way they take you on an emotional ride. Whether it's fiction or non-fiction, the sentiments of a book linger way longer than the action. Which is why it's important to...
School for Writers® with Lauren Marie Fleming 😬 Should you have said that? What happens when we expect perfectionism from ourselves and others? Hey Reader, Have you ever put your foot in your mouth? Said something you probably shouldn't have? Posted a thought, image or video on social media that backfired? It sucked, right? You might have felt guilty, stupid, ashamed, called out, or even lost friends over it – or all of the above. These days, most of us are content creators of some kind – and...