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Friday, February 1, 2013 7:46:08 AM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled How to Take Charge of Your Writing Life:
Kristi said, "As promised, starting today I’m giving away a free e-book for frustrated writers. Rx for Writers: Managing Your Writing Space and Your Writing Time is short, but it contains solid advice for three of a writer’s biggest problems: 1...." more
Tuesday, January 29, 2013 5:38:04 AM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled Three Reasons Your Writing Life Isn’t Working–and What To Do:
Kristi said, "What's the problem? What’s wrong with me? you wonder. Why doesn’t this writing advice work? A third worrisome thought nibbles at the back of your brain: Maybe I’m not a writer after all. Not to worry. I’ve identified..." more
Friday, January 25, 2013 8:27:59 AM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled What’s Hindering You?:
Kristi said, "Are you dragging around excess baggage? Is there “stuff” taking up space that you need to dump overboard so you can pick up some speed? Chasing Dreams I’ve been struggling with this issue lately, and it reminded me of a..." more
Tuesday, January 22, 2013 8:27:54 AM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled Putting Your Writing First by Using Accountability:
Kristi said, "Do your writing first! Leave the dishes and your exercise routine and everything else–and just write. Haven’t we all heard that advice a hundred times? I have–but it’s something I still struggle with after thirty years of..." more
Monday, January 21, 2013 1:55:52 PM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled Internet-Based ADD: Do You Have It?:
Kristi said, "Yesterday, I was so antsy I couldn’t sit still to write. Nor could I read. I couldn’t pinpoint a reason. As far as I knew, all my kids were fine. All my grandkids were fine. I was fine. But goodness. I couldn’t sit still for love..." more
Tuesday, January 15, 2013 11:34:02 AM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled What Fear is Holding You Back?:
Kristi said, "I’ve been reading a book on how fear affects writing (and art-making of all kinds). Fear is what holds many (even most) of us back from being the writers we dream of being–and probably could be. Art & Fear suggests that these fears..." more
Tuesday, January 15, 2013 11:34:02 AM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled Habits: Anchors for the Writer’s Life:
Kristi said, "“Habits are the little anchors that keep us from straying very far from the lifestyle to which we’ve become accustomed, whether that lifestyle makes us happy or miserable.” ~~from Karen Scalf Linamen’s book Only Nuns..." more
Sunday, January 13, 2013 8:14:00 PM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled Organizing: Targets vs. Goals:
Kristi said, "[This article is reprinted by permission. See credits at the end.] ******************* It’s traditional at the beginning of the year to define what you’d like to achieve in the coming twelve months. That’s a good thing and I..." more
Sunday, January 13, 2013 8:14:00 PM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled Ask About the Numbers:
Kristi said, "While discussing goals with several writer friends, I found myself becoming depressed. We were analyzing how 2012 had gone. Each person shared their goals for the past year and how they had succeeded or failed. Until I heard the other reports, I had..." more
Sunday, January 13, 2013 8:14:00 PM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled What’s Holding You Back?:
Kristi said, "I’ve been reading a book on how fear affects writing (and art-making of all kinds). Fear is what holds many (even most) of us back from being the writers we dream of being–and probably could be. Art & Fear suggests that these fears..." more
Tuesday, January 1, 2013 7:35:27 AM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled Stage 4: Maintaining Long-Term Success:
Kristi said, "HAPPY NEW YEAR! Remember that our “31 Minutes for 31 Days” challenge starts today! Get the new year off to a great start. ************* And now, Stage 4 for making dynamic changes in your writing life! (First read The Dynamics..." more
Friday, December 28, 2012 10:27:22 AM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled Writer’s Guide to 2013:
Kristi said, "Writers, get ready for the new year! One good way is with a copy of the Writer’s Guide to 2013. If you want insider information for what’s important to writers in the coming year, this is your book. Over 200 editors, publishers, agents,..." more
Tuesday, December 25, 2012 7:15:18 AM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled Stage 3: Taking Action:
Kristi said, "First of all, MERRY CHRISTMAS, EVERYONE! ********** Ready for Stage 3? It’s about taking action. (First read The Dynamics of Change, Stage 1: Making Up Your Mind, and Stage 2: Committing to Change.) If you’ve done your homework in..." more
Friday, December 21, 2012 7:03:10 AM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled Standing Out in a Flooded Marketplace:
Kristi said, "Now more than ever, writers must focus on the quality of their writing over the speed of turning out their work. Due to ebooks and self-publishing, the market is flooded. Your book–if it is to get noticed–must stand out. Quantity or..." more
Tuesday, December 18, 2012 7:30:25 AM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled Stage 2: Committing to Change:
Kristi said, "(First read The Dynamics of Change and Stage 1: Making Up Your Mind) Okay, we’re ready for Stage 2: Committing to Change. This is not taking action yet. Instead, this stage involves: 1) Planning the necessary steps 2) Building up your..." more
Friday, December 14, 2012 8:28:36 AM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled Motivation Plus:
Kristi said, "As the late Zig Ziglar said, “People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing – that’s why we recommend it daily.” Kick Back & Be Inspired With that in mind, enjoy some motivation this weekend...." more
Tuesday, December 11, 2012 8:29:10 AM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled Stage 1 of Change: Making Up Your Mind:
Kristi said, "(If you haven’t already, read the overview, The Dynamics of Change.) You want to make changes in your writing life that will last? Let’s start at the beginning, with Stage 1: Making Up Your Mind. As I said last time, this stage involves..." more
Friday, December 7, 2012 8:37:04 AM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled 31 Minutes for 31 Days: the Challenge:
Kristi said, "Time to dust off those dreams! Join me in a kick-start challenge for the new year! It may seem early for this–after all, we haven’t had Christmas yet–but now is the time to think about your goals and dreams. Time to Re-Boot After..." more
Tuesday, December 4, 2012 2:23:00 PM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled The Dynamics of Change:
Kristi said, "Are you thinking about your 2013 writing goals yet? Did you know that 75% of New Year’s Resolutions (or goals) are abandoned by the end of the first week? There’s a reason for that. I spend much time on the blog encouraging you to make..." more
Friday, November 30, 2012 8:50:53 PM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled Starving Writers:
Kristi said, "“Creative output must begin with creative input.” (Thomas Kinkade) Are You a Starving Artist? Children’s book author Katherine Paterson once said that she didn’t believe in writer’s block. In her experience, the panic..." more
Friday, November 30, 2012 8:50:53 PM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled Believing in Yourself:
Kristi said, "Writers all need encouragement sometimes. These articles should give your weekend a boost. I know you’ve heard it before, but it’s probably time to be reminded: “3 P’s for Writers: Perseverance, Persistence, and..." more
Friday, November 30, 2012 8:50:53 PM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled Set Goals NOW for 2013:
Kristi said, "In less than two months, it will be 2013. Now is the time to set some goals for the new year. First, take an honest look at what you’ve accomplished in 2012, both in your writing skills and your writing business (marketing). With that answer..." more
Friday, November 30, 2012 8:50:53 PM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled Writing for the Christian Market:
Kristi said, "Because half of my 42 published books have been in the Christian market, I get a good number of questions about writing for this specialized group. In addition to a few excellent books (Christian Writers’ Market Guide and Sowing Seeds:..." more
Friday, November 30, 2012 8:50:53 PM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled We All Need Encouragement:
Kristi said, "Fellow writers, we’re all in this together. And we all need encouragement from time to time. Even if you’re not participating in National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo), I thought you might enjoy snippets of the pep talks that are..." more
Tuesday, February 5, 2013 3:14:13 PM
Kristi Holl wrote a blog post titled I’ve Moved! Come Join Me!:
Kristi said, "As I announced in last Friday’s blog post, the address of the blog has moved. I don’t want to lose you. Please join me here for future posts (and get your free writing..." more