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I've Got Some Exciting News

I’ve warned you about it. I’ve threatened to do it. I’ve told myself a million times it will happen, only to not let it happen. But now it’s on. Heavens…

Apr 11 •

This Ex-Nun Escaped Her Secretive Monastery

Catherine Coldstream joined an ancient and secretive Carmelite monastery in the UK when she was 27 and surrendered herself completely to a life of…

Apr 9 •

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March 2024

What Class Should I Teach Next?

Thank you to all who took my webinar, 'Proven Formulas For Writing Stories That Sell.' The response was so good that I'd like to teach more classes…

Mar 25 •

She Almost Married a Con Man

Listen to the latest episode of Write About Now with guest Abby Ellin, author of 'Duped.'

Mar 21 •

55:58

February 2024

One of the Toughest Interviews of Her Career

This week I speak to Jana G. Pruden, an award-winning true crime writer, about her powerful story and podcast series, In Her Defence

Feb 23 •

Watch: My Interview with Kristin Hannah

Hi Everyone! Excited to share this video of my interview with Kristin Hannah, one of my favorite novelists working today. Her new book, The Women, is an…

Feb 9 •

January 2024

I'm Teaching a Writing Masterclass!

Do the write thing on Feb 18th.

Jan 24 •

Don't Give Up Yet

Most people quit their resolutions at exactly this time every year. Here's why that's a bad idea.

Jan 22 •

7 Ways Be 11% More Productive This Year

A time-management guru offers these tips to get the most out of your day.

Jan 10 •

October 2023

'Killers of the Flower Moon' Writer David Grann Tells All

Bestselling writer David Grann joins the podcast to talk about his gripping book, adapted into a hit movie, his journey to becoming one of the most…

Oct 27, 2023 •

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Do you love 80s music?

Then I think you might love the latest episode of Write About Now.

Oct 10, 2023 •

5 Shocking Things I Learned About Anchorman

Fun facts from a new book celebrating the iconic movie's 20th anniversary.

Oct 4, 2023 •

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