What is a writing coach?
Published: Tue, 11/24/15
Happy Thanksgiving week, writers!David’s recent post about what a writing coach isn’t got us thinking about what a writing coach is. A teacher? a…
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Words of Wisdom for Aspiring Writers [video]
Published: Wed, 11/18/15
"Don’t be afraid to show your work to others," says WBN coach Chris Matti ."Write as much as you can until you get something decent," advises WBN…
8 Differences Between a Writing Coach and a Football Coach
Published: Tue, 11/10/15
Happy Tuesday, WriteByNighters!"For many of us, the word 'coach' summons images of some square-jawed dude or dudette gripping a clipboard in his/her…
If my boss found out that I write at work . . .
Published: Fri, 11/06/15
"Back in July, our Writers at Work at Work series hit a bit of a . . . well, let’s call it a work stoppage. I’ll assume it’s because you’re way too…
"Writing is so easy for me."
Published: Wed, 10/28/15
"'Writing is so easy for me; I never have a frustrating writing session,' says a writer who’s totally lying. "You’re going to have hellish days, days…
Creative nonfiction by WBN consultant Resa Alboher
Published: Mon, 10/19/15
The Last Flight Out of Moscowby Resa Alboher"Earlier this year, Delta Airlines announced that it would be discontinuing its direct flight to Moscow…
The importance of -- gulp -- reading your writing aloud
Published: Fri, 10/16/15
Dear writers,"On our recent blog post about the different types of editing, WriteByNighter Glynis J. commented, in part, 'I definitely am going to…
"No" is for drugs and strangers with candy.
Published: Fri, 10/09/15
Hey there, WriteByNighters,When’s the last time you said “no”? To an invitation, an opportunity, a favor. To a family member, a business associate, a…
What kind of editing do you need?
Published: Sat, 10/03/15
"Here at WriteByNight we aim to please. An e pression, by the way, that always reminds me of those framed bathroom tchotchkes, the ones that read, 'We…
Do you need professional help (with your writing)?
Published: Tue, 09/22/15
"Writing is a solitary occupation. It's a bit like golf. It looks easy, but the actual doing can often seem ne t to impossible. And you have no team…