One of the most important concepts you can learn as an author is pacing. Basically, pacing is how fast or slow your story unfolds on the page, and an understanding of when to move faster can help you tell a better story. In today’s video on YouTube, I discuss some of the elements of pacing […]
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Let’s talk about rapid releasing, what it means, what are the pros and cons, and whether this is the right strategy for you. Or not. A lot of authors in the indie space are banking on a rapid release strategy, and many of us understand the pros for this in today’s market. On the other […]
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I have to admit, I’ve been pretty nervous to share these numbers of how much money I’ve really made self-publishing with all of you. However, in the end, I have to step away from my nerves about who will judge me in order to show you that making a good living as an indie author […]
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I’m so excited to announce that my five week self-publishing course, Publish And Thrive, is now open for enrollment! This life-changing course only comes up a couple of times a year (at most), and I would love for you to join us. Sign up now. I am truly proud of this course and the ten […]
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It’s such a busy time of year for everyone, but it feels especially true this year for me with little 3-month-old Evie at home. So, how am I getting it all done? Watch today’s “DITL” vlog to get a glimpse into how my planning helps me to get more done and still spend lots of […]
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Welcome back to the blog for our final video in my Planner 101 series. Today, we’re going to talk about some tips for how to use your planner to get more done. Tips For Using Your Planner Create A Daily Habit Keep Your Planner Accessible All Day Make Tasks Easy To Identify Know What Makes […]
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I have a short post and a long video for you today! In honor of Black Friday sales here in the United States, I wanted to put together an ultimate “Erin Condren Must Haves” breakdown, showing you all of my absolute favorite products from Erin Condren. You guys know by now how much I love […]
read moreWelcome back to another video and post in my Planner 101 series. As you know by now, I firmly believe that a good planning system is key to our success as writers and entrepreneurs. However, not everyone has a ton of money to spend on a planner or planner accessories. That’s why I was inspired […]
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Welcome to the second video and post for my Planner 101 series. Today, we’re going to talk about how to choose the right planner for you. Often when it comes to planners, we work backwards. We look at a planner and try to figure out how we can make it work for us. What I […]
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Planner Season is among us, and I’m so excited to talk all things planner with you! Truthfully, there are so many different kinds of planners and systems on the market that it can be overwhelming to even know where to start. It can also be extremely expensive to try out different things hoping to find […]
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I have been self-publishing my books since 2010, and in that time, I've sold well over half a million copies of my books. I'm not a superstar or a huge bestseller, but I have built an amazing career that brings me great joy. Here at Heart Breathings, I hope to help you find that same level of success. Let's do this.