The Fearless Freelancer
Have you ever thought about becoming a freelance writer…yes, even if you’ve only written fiction up till now. That’s the
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A Contest and a Market… and Guest Blogger Wednesday Returns…
Hi Everyone, I thought I’d share these two links with you…many of you told me you enjoy ideas for potential
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Writing Classes for 2023
I’m teaching workshops again this year for Outreach International Writers. Here is a listing of the classes I’m offering February
New Year…lots of New Things
Happy 2023. I have lots planned for this year and thought I’d share them with you. First one, I had
Black Friday Arrives Early for Writers
I’ve got some exciting news to share with you today. Writer’s Craft 4.0 is LIVE NOW! And lucky you, because
It’s Been a Long Time
I know it’s been a long time since I posted on This Writer’s Life. I’ve been busy with projects and
This bundle designed to transform your writing life disappears today…
This is your last chance to save $6,500+ on 50+ writing and self-publishing tools and resources. At 11.59pm EDT on
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Three reasons to stop procrastinating… and write your book
There’s a name for what keeps writers from writing. And it’s not procrastination. It’s worse. Much worse. It’s Catch-22-itis™ It
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Write Smarter. Publish Faster. Profit More.
I’ve got some pretty exciting news to share with you today… I recently joined forces with the amazing team over
Brand New FREE guide (writers — don’t miss this!)
Self-publishing isn’t easy, is it? While there’s never been more opportunity to turn your writing into a full-time career (if
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Don’t miss the giveaway ($1k+ worth of tools, training, and resources for authors)
Just a reminder that Infostack is running an awesome giveaway for writers, authors, and self-publishers. You can win over $1,000+
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You Need This…Infostack Writing Bundle Coming Soon
Stay tuned because on June 7th Infostack will be offering the Write Publish Profit 5.0 which is a bundle of
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A Chance to Win the Ultimate Writers Giveaway
Would you like to be the grand prize winner of 10 bestselling books for writers, a one on one coaching
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Don’t Worry About Perfection
The plot isn’t working, my characters are flat, the dialogue is awful…we all hear these words in our heads as
The Writer’s Life Membership
Would you be interested in The Writer’s Life Membership? This is just an idea for now but one I’m considering
Potential Markets for You
Sometimes finding something to write about or creating a new story is the easy part, finding a market for your
Cyber Monday Sale
It’s Cyber Monday and time for some sales- Head over to www.susanpalmquist.com and use code CyberMonday21 for a 30% discount
It’s Black Friday and There Are Two Sales Going On!
It’s Black Friday and there’s a sale going on over at my site, www.susanpalmquist.com. Use coupon code BlackFriday21 to save
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Happy Thanksgiving
I know it’s been a long time since I posted. I’ve been busy with lots of projects and I’ll tell
Were You Meant to be A Writer?
Don’t Make It A Tragedy
Writing Prompts for September
NaNoWriMo isn’t far away so this month, I thought we’d polish some writing skills ready for this year’s event. Five
Don’t Make Excuses
Plan Your Goal
Books Don’t Write Themselves
You’ll never get published if you’re not writing and only dreaming about being an author. Don’t talk about writing a
Be Patient
August Writing Prompts
Happy August and it’s time for this month’s prompts. I thought we’d try some visual prompts. Here are five photos
Set Goals From Your Heart
Friday Ramblings-New Ventures
It’s been some time since I’ve written a Friday Ramblings and a few weeks since I’ve posted anything to TWL.
Don’t Be Afraid to Fail
Be Determined…Form a Habit
Side Gigs-Freelance Writing-An Interview with Erin Mahoney
Please welcome Erin Mahoney to This Writer’s Life. She’s one of my private students and the author of Side Hustle
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July Writing Prompts
It’s July which means new writing prompts. This time I thought we’d do something different and focus on work you’ve
Don’t Just Talk About It
Your Why, Discipline, and Motivation
Despite being motivated are you still struggling with your writing? Recently, I’ve had a few private students who are very
Determination is the Key
Writing Makes a Great Side Gig
Are you thinking about starting a side gig or do you already have one? Are you using your skill as
Writing Means Being Disciplined
What is Success?
June Writing Prompts
It’s June and time for a new set of prompts. Have fun and happy writing. Last Line Who would be
Finding Freelance Writing Jobs
One of the key elements to being a successful freelance writing is finding consistent work. When I started out, I’d
Know Your Why
Four Writing Opportunities
I just finished going through today’s e-mails and saw four writing opportunities I thought I’d pass onto you- First one
Writers Need to Be Trend Watchers
Do you study trends? I just finished writing a post over at my other site about how being a trend
Surpass Your Writing Goals
Writing Is Never A Waste of Time
Writing a Book-It’s About Mindset
What separates the writer who actually finishes writing a book to the person who just dreams about it? It’s mindset…
May Writing Prompts
Here are the writing prompts for May. Have fun and happy writing. Objects Place the following object somewhere in your
Set Some Goals
What are your writing goals? Plan your May writing schedule and stick with it!
Friday Ramblings-April Draws to a Close
Can you believe that today is the last one in April? I’m behind on my to do list and one
Make an Idea Book
Research and Then Write
Wondering why your short story keeps getting rejected? Or maybe what you thought was the perfect idea for a publication
Monday Motivation-Goals
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Easy Ways to Write a Novel
A brief Ramblings as I’m in the middle of a project I want to get done by the end of
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Score Points with Editors
Do you want to increase your chances of an editor requesting to see your manuscript or even getting published? It’s
Create a Deadline
Are you working to a deadline even though you don’t have one? This week I published a new class at
Writing is Scary
Writing a book, writing anything can be scary but as this quote says if it wasn’t then it wouldn’t be
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Another Month, More Goals? New Goals?
Did you set the goal of writing a book this year? Three months are behind us and have you started
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April Writing Prompts
It’s another month which means it’s time for another round of writing prompts. Enjoy and happy writing. Scenario Your character
Should You Ever Quit?
You’ve had three rejections in the last month. An agent has just told you that the story you thought was
Form the Habit of Writing
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Ideas
The last Ramblings of the month. How are your writing goals working out so far this year? It’s a great
Step Outside Your Writing Comfort Zone
All too often we get into a comfortable zone. It’s safe, it’s familiar, and why not you say, after all,
Earn Money for Some Quick and Easy Writing
The life of a freelance writer and author isn’t an easy one. It’s not just a time thing, but often
The Journey to Authorship
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Too Busy to Post
My apologies for the lack of posts this week. I’ve had too many projects and now it’s Friday before I
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It’s Not Always Easy
It’s sometimes a struggle to find the energy and time to write, but think about how you’ll feel when you
Self Publishing Tool Kit
As many of you know, I have a budget related web site. I have products for sale and many of
Do You Like Podcasts?
I’m way behind with my posts this week. I’m juggling lots of projects and that got me thinking about what
Monday Motivation-Approach Success
What are you waiting for? If you haven’t already started, this week, get those first words written.
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Many Projects, Little Time
Welcome to March and it’s almost spring. Or maybe it’s almost fall in your part of the world. I had
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March Writing Prompts
It’s time for the March Writing Prompts, enjoy and happy writing. Scenario Your character starts having dreams that seem to
Writing Challenge Day 28-Final Word
You’ve reached the end of the challenge and it might have the same feeling as when you write that final
Writing Challenge-Day 27-A Future Author
Maybe you’ve already written a book or maybe during this challenge, you’ve written your very first words or chapter. Writing
Writing Challenge-Day 25-Your Synopsis
Hopefully, by now, you’ve written the first three chapters of your book. Congratulations because lots of people don’t even make
Writing Challenge-Day 25-Chapter Three
Did you get chapters one and two finished? You’ve started on the road to writing a book, you’ve pulled your
Writing Challenge-Day 24-Chapter Two
Did you manage to get chapter one written? Anything you struggled with? Anything surprise you? Do you need to make
Writing Challenge-Day 23-First Chapter
We’re in the final stretch of the writing challenge. It’s time to start thinking about your story and everything you’ve
Writing Challenge Day 22-Don’t Hesitate
We’re in the final week of the Writing Challenge. What are your hesitations, what’s holding you back?
Writing Challenge-Day 21-Brainstorming Your Plot
Today, it’s a simple task. Sit down and write down everything you know about your plot. Doesn’t matter if you
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Writing Challenge-Day 20-A Chat with Your Character
Some people struggle with plotting while others find creating characters to be their Achilles’ heel. Many times it’s because we
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Writing Challenge-Day 18-New Genre
This week we’ve been working with the story of the couple who housesit for their friend, Bob, and discover the
Writing Challenge-Day 17-First Person
On Tuesday, we began our story based on the short scenario of the couple finding their missing painting in the
Writing Challenge-Day 17-Different POV
Yesterday’s challenge was all about writing the basic story and today, we’re going with a different point of view. Who
Writing Challenge Day 16-The Plot Line
Let’s try something different and something that flexes our writing muscles. Here’s an basis for a story and each day
Writing Challenge-Day 14-Change Things
Yesterday you wrote for 15 minutes. Today it’s going to be 30 minutes. Take yesterday’s work and change it in
Writing Challenge Day 13-Write for 15 Minutes
We’re heading into week three of the writing challenge and let’s put what we’ve learned about our writing habits and
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Writing Challenge Day 12-Final Prompt
Another story prompt to round out Day 12 of this writer’s challenge. Be sure to keep all your writing notes
Writing Challenge Day 11-Story Fragment
This week we’ve been focusing on story prompts. Using them as ideas to begin a writing session. We’re also making
Writing Challenge-Day 10-Another Story Prompt
How did you writing day go yesterday? Are you noticing anything about your writing and writing habits. Why not keep
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Writing Challenge Day 9-Story Prompt
By now you should have figured out where your most productive writing spot is and whether it’s writing at home,
Writing Challenge-Day 7-Another Writing Space
Yesterday you choose a space to write and today is the second part of the exercise. Today, try another spot
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Writing Challenge Day 6-Writing Space One
Today’s challenge is part one of two. Today, you’re going to find someplace to write. It could be in your
Writing Challenge Day 5-Description
Today we turn to description for our challenge. Sit by a window…or if it’s warm enough sit outside and write
Writing Challenge Day Four-What Works Best for You?
After two days of freewriting. One with pen and paper and the other using keyboards, let’s compare the two methods.
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Writing Challenge-Day Three
Yesterday we focused on freewriting with pen and paper. Today we turn to laptops, keyboards… Set your timer for ten
Writing Challenge Day Two
Today, set a timer for ten minutes. Pull out a pen and paper and write anything that comes into your
Worried Your Plot Isn’t Unique Enough?
Editors and agents see lots of manuscript each week. Readers see lots of newly self published books each week. So,
More Tips for NaNoWriMo
It’s NaNoWriMo and how are you doing? I thought I’d share with you some more of my favorite tips to
A Major Reason for Getting Rejected
No Tuesday guest blogger this week so thought I’d address a topic that’s been on my mind for several months.
Saying Goodbye To My Writing Companion
Tuesday was a day I’d be dreading for a long time. It began not as I’d planned. My tabby cat
How to Write a Non-Fiction Book in 30 Days
Two posts in one day, but I wanted to let you know that my How to Write a Non-Fiction Book