How do I write a book? How do I create compelling characters that readers will love? How do I build a believable world for my story? What does it even mean to write a story that works? Do you have any writing tips? These are just some of the big questions that developmental editor and book coach, Savannah Gilbo, digs into on the Fiction Writing Made Easy Podcast. Each week, Savannah shares actionable tools, tips, and strategies that will help you write, edit, and publish your book. So, wheth ...
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The editors of the Book Worms Horror Zine, James DeFeo and Regina Saint Claire, offer tips on writing fiction. So join Regina in her haunted library and James in his Office of Demonology to learn the art of storytelling. jamesippoliti.substack.com
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With over a quarter-century of rich experience in theatre, broadcast media, and coaching, I've gleaned invaluable insights into the delicate tapestry of storytelling. And now, through "Master Fiction Writing," I'm thrilled to share these insights with you. Just as the vast ocean remains deep, enigmatic, and somewhat intimidating to those unfamiliar with its waves, the realm of storytelling can feel boundless and overwhelming. But fear not, for I'm here to be your compass, your guide to maste ...
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Learn how to write fiction poems and historical fiction
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From drafts to dollars: learn the secrets to writing, editing, publishing, and marketing to turn your fiction writing into a profitable business. Are you a fiction writer? Does having to write, edit, do cover design, keep up on market trends, research, get reviews, etc leave you feeling overwhelmed? Is marketing your book so confusing that you feel like you’re just throwing money into a shredder to make confetti? Are you a great writer but struggle with grammar, long and winding sentences, c ...
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I am writing a fan fiction story about Stranger Things. I am recording every step I do to hopefully publishing my story to Wattpad!
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Visit a world where imagination is a key ingredient to writing. An author shares her journey through her own writing.
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This album provides the budding author with everything they need to know about approaching the art of fiction writing. Each track contains discussions and interviews with best-selling novelists from a variety of backgrounds including Alex Garland, Louis de Bernières, Abdulrazak Gurnah and Monique Roffey. This enlightening and engaging series tackles the practicalities and pitfalls of writing fiction. It contains invaluable advice on the creation of characters, the structure of narratives and ...
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Mike's Always Right: Adventures in the World of Creative Writing, Self Publishing and Marketing Fiction & Nonfiction Books
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Mike's Always Right—hosted by Mike Eiman—is high in fiber, and jam packed with inane ramblings about fiction writing, self-publishing, marketing, coffee and whatever else happens to strike Mike's fancy.
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The History Quill Podcast is all about writing and publishing historical fiction. Brought to you by The History Quill and hosted by historical fiction authors Julia Kelly and Theodore Brun, each episode features a special guest sharing their insights and experiences. Some are bestselling historical fiction authors, others are aspiring writers sharing their journey so far, and others are industry insiders and experts. We cover writing craft, research, traditional publishing, self-publishing, ...
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Books & Writers · The Creative Process: Novelists, Screenwriters, Playwrights, Poets, Non-fiction Writers & Journalists Talk Writing, Life & Creativity
Novelists, Screenwriters, Playwrights, Poets, Non-fiction Writers & Journalists Talk Writing · Creative Process Original Series
Books & Writing episodes of the popular The Creative Process podcast. To listen to ALL arts & creativity episodes of “The Creative Process · Arts, Culture & Society”, you’ll find our main podcast on Apple: tinyurl.com/thecreativepod, Spotify: tinyurl.com/thecreativespotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! Exploring the fascinating minds of creative people. Conversations with writers, artists & creative thinkers across the Arts & STEM. We discuss their life, work & artistic practice. Winne ...
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A podcast from Eric Carlson, Marcus Mann, and Andrew Neill where we write and perform fiction based on TV shows, movies, and books we've never seen before!
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Lex Out Loud is a podcast for writers, readers and all lovers of speculative fiction. I’m writing my third novel, and I’m taking you along for the journey. Whether you’re a writer or game master, or you’re just curious about the creative writing process, this show is for you! I discuss my writing process, and I share the insights I learn, as my experience grows.
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Write 2B Read: Writing, Self Publishing and Book Marketing for Fiction and Non-Fiction Writers and Authors
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Do you have a story inside you that you want to share with the world? Do you dream seeing your name on a bestseller cover? Do you have a special message to tell? If yes, then what are you waiting for? If the reason you have not written a book yet is that you have doubts or you simply don't know where to start, then this podcast is for you. Write 2B Read podcast is created to encourage and inspire writers to become authors. It will have very short episodes with tips, reflections and encourage ...
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Crafting the Perfect Sentence: A Guide
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As creative writers, each sentence we craft serves our story. But how do we elevate our writing from good to unforgettable? It all starts with mastering the art of sentence construction. This episode dives into the essentials of crafting powerful, impactful sentences. Whether you're just beginning your writing journey or looking to refine your skil…
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Voices of the Earth: Reflections on Nature, Humanity & Climate Change
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Environmentalists, writers, artists, activists, and public policy makers explore the interconnectedness of living beings and ecosystems. They highlight the importance of conservation, promote climate education, advocate for sustainable development, and underscore the vital role of creative and educational communities in driving positive change. 00:…
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How to use archives to enhance your historical fiction, with Steve Dacus
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Research is so important to piecing together the material world of your novel. Not only are archives an important tool in helping you avoid anachronisms that can be jarring for readers, but good archival research can have a huge positive impact, helping you access primary details that make your setting and characters come alive. In this episode, Ju…
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EP 33: Tips for Crafting and Refining Your Book Series with Bonnie KT Dillabough
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🚀 Welcome back, Hemingway Hopefuls and Aspiring Austens! Dive into another episode of the "Pen to Profit Podcast" where we leap into the literary multiverse with the spectacular Bonnie KT Dillabough. Bonnie, a late bloomer who published her first book at 64, now boasts a sprawling series blending science fiction with fantasy—dragons meet robots, fo…
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#139: 5 Multi POV Mistakes (And How To Avoid Them)
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Telling a story through multiple viewpoints can be a great way to create a more expansive (and objective) look at your characters, world, plot, and/or theme. But with each additional viewpoint character you add to your story, the more room there is for mistakes. In this episode, I'm sharing the 5 most common multi POV mistakes writers make and how …
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In this episode, Regina and James discuss what they believe the future of social media looks like for creators. Mentioned in this episode: Watch Gemini Rising Next Book Worms Theme: Rock & Roll Horror Submit your short story (up to 1500 words) to: La Regina Studio, Grundy Commons, 925 Canal Street, Bristol, PA 19007 Buy Book Worms and Book Worms Me…
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How does a changing climate affect our minds, brains & bodies? - Highlights - CLAYTON ALDERN
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"When I write about the climate crises in the book, I don't profess any kind of moral clarity. We are in uncharted territory and I think it's our curiosity that's going to get us out of it." Clayton Page Aldern is an award winning neuroscientist turned environmental journalist whose work has appeared in The Atlantic, The Guardian, The Economist, an…
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How climate change is making us sick, angry & anxious - CLAYTON ALDERN - Neuroscientist turned Eco-Journalist
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How does a changing climate affect our minds, brains and bodies? Clayton Page Aldern is an award winning neuroscientist turned environmental journalist whose work has appeared in The Atlantic, The Guardian, The Economist, and Grist, where he is a senior data reporter. A Rhodes Scholar, he holds a Master's in Neuroscience and a Master's in Public Po…
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Ep 32: Worlds Beyond Words: Starting a Successful Writing Career After 64 (with Bonnie K.T. Dillabough)
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Summary: In this episode of Pen to Profit, Ray Evans, your guide in the literary wilderness, brings you the story of Bonnie Dillabough - a writer who infuses science fiction with the magic of fantasy. Bonnie, who began her writing journey post-retirement, shares insights from her series "The Dimensional Alliance," weaving dragons, robots, and multi…
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#138: How To Manage Your Creative Anxiety With Rhonda Douglas
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“Writing is a creative project. It's not an earthquake, but the thoughts and the worries can feel similar. If I can have a positive association or feel prepared for an earthquake, surely I can do that for writing.” - Rhonda Douglas Ever found yourself staring at the blank page, trying to write but unable to find the right words? You’re not alone! T…
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DON McKELLAR on The Sympathizer with Hoa Xuande, Robert Downey Jr., Park Chan-wook
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What are the stories we tell ourselves to justify our actions in times of war? How can the arts convey complexity and foster understanding? Don McKellar is a highly accomplished writer, director, and actor. He has written films including Roadkill, Highway 61, Dance Me Outside, The Red Violin, and Blindness. He won the Prix de la Jeunesse at the 198…
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There’s another side to every war. Satire, War & Hollywood - Co-creator DON McKELLAR on The Sympathizer
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"I think the reason for success of the novel The Sympathizer was the very unique voice in the book. It's told in first person with this kind of raconteur who's very intelligent. It's satiric. It tackles big issues, and it's very lively and fun at the same time. It's quite and it's also complicated where it's coming from. It's a confession. It's wri…
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Misconceptions Writers Have (And How a Book Coach Can Help)
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In this episode, we plunge headfirst into the tumultuous world of writing myths and the harsh self-criticisms that writers often battle. Why do writers sabotage their own success? Is it easier to believe in fallacies than to face the hard truths? We're dissecting these questions and more! We’ll unravel common misconceptions about the writing proces…
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Do good deeds offset bad deeds? How do our families shape who we become?- Highlights - DAN FUTTERMAN & ADAM RAPP
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"You can't choose your family. You know, I hear that all the time. I'm always amazed when I see families that stick together and wind up being friends at the second, third, fourth decades of their lives. I didn't grow up with that. I didn't see that. I've only seen it as an adult, and it's remarkable when I see it. So I think viewers will relate to…
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Exploring American Rust: Broken Justice w/ DAN FUTTERMAN & ADAM RAPP - Award-winning Screenwriters/EPs
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What role do the families we’re born into or the traumas we experience shape the people we become? Do good deeds offset bad deeds? How can the arts increase our capacity for empathy, understanding, and kindness? Dan Futterman is creator, executive producer, and writer of Amazon Prime's American Rust, the acclaimed crime drama starring Jeff Daniels,…
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Ep 31: Amplifying Female Voices in Writing: Moving Beyond Self-Doubt with Charlotte Chippperfield
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Episode Summary: In this captivating episode of the Pen to Profit Podcast, Ray Evans sits down with the illustrious Charlotte Chipperfield, the visionary behind Her Narrative. With her unique blend of developmental editing prowess and life coaching certification, Charlotte is on a mission to empower female authors. We delve into the intricacies of …
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#137: 5 Tips For Writing Better Fiction (Even If You're Just Starting Out)
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“Focus your pre-writing and drafting and revising efforts on the present moment of your story.” - Daniel David Wallace I asked five of my peers to share one of their favorite writing tips, and boy, did they deliver! Tune in to hear 5 editors and coaches talk about their favorite tip and why it’s so helpful. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [01:…
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Regina and James discuss playing the fool in your art and in your life. Mentioned in this episode: Slime & Slashers YouTube Channel Next Book Worms Theme: Rock & Roll Horror Submit your short story (up to 1500 words) to: La Regina Studio, Grundy Commons, 925 Canal Street, Bristol, PA 19007 Buy Book Worms and Book Worms Merch on our Etsy page James’…
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How has travel contributed to the ecological degradation of the planet? - Highlights - MICHAEL CRONIN
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“The idea of a kind of inert world that is simply there for our pleasure, enjoyment, and exploitation has proved to be catastrophically mistaken because we see it with flooding, we see it with forest fires. We see it with acidification of the oceans. We see it with the continuing rise in temperatures that the world itself, the more-than-human world…
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Eco-Travel: Journeying in the Age of the Anthropocene w/ MICHAEL CRONIN - Author, Prof. of Culture, Literature & Translation
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How has tourism and writing about travel contributed to the ecological degradation of the planet?How does language influence perception and our relationship to the more-than-human world? Michael Cronin is an Irish academic specialist in culture, travel literature, translation studies, and the Irish language. He has taught in universities in France …
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Ep 30: Manifesting Success and Embracing AI in Your Writing Process with Carisa Andrews
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Introduction: Hey there, you grammatical gunslingers and syntactical sorcerers, welcome back to another episode of the "Pen to Profit Podcast: Fiction Writing Tips." I'm your host, Ray Evans, wielding the mighty pen to carve paths through the dense forest of fiction writing. In this episode, we're embarking on an expedition into the brave new world…
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#136: First Chapter Analysis: Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins
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“Usually stakes start personal and they become public. That's a way of raising stakes, regardless of the genre.” - Savannah Gilbo We’re diving deep into Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins to see how and why it works. Join me and Abigail K. Perry as we break down this first chapter to see how it hooks our interest and pulls us into the story! Here's a…
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Writing dual timelines and co-writing historical fiction, with Hazel Gaynor
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Hazel Gaynor, bestselling author on both sides of the Atlantic, joins Theo and Julia to talk about the processes and priorities for writers of dual-timelines. She explains how weaving back and forth between characters and eras can create mystery and allow the author to provide both light and shade in order to ensure variety in tone and mood. Having…
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Regina and James discuss not giving a BLEEP what people think when crafting your story. Mentioned in this episode: Slime & Slashers YouTube Channel Next Book Worms Theme: Rock & Roll Horror Submit your short story (up to 1500 words) to: La Regina Studio, Grundy Commons, 925 Canal Street, Bristol, PA 19007 Buy Book Worms and Book Worms Merch on our …
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How to Live a Good a Life - Stoic Wisdom & the Founding Fathers - Highlights - JEFFREY ROSEN
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"That idea of planting seeds for future generations came from the Tusculan Disputations. There’s something especially empowering about Cicero. And it's very striking that Thomas Jefferson and John Adams and so many in the Founding Era viewed this manual about overcoming grief as the definition for achieving happiness. And I think it's because it's …
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The Pursuit of Happiness - JEFFREY ROSEN - President & CEO of the National Constitution Center
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What is the true meaning of the pursuit of happiness? What can we learn from the Founding Fathers about achieving harmony, balance, tranquility, self-mastery, and pursuing the public good? Jeffrey Rosen is President and CEO of the National Constitution Center, where he hosts We the People, a weekly podcast of constitutional debate. He is also a pro…
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EP 29: Catherine Butterfield's Journey from Actress to Author!
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Welcome back, you literary alchemists and narrative necromancers, to the "Pen to Profit Podcast: Fiction Writing Tips," where we slice through the Gordian knots of grammar, unbox the Pandora’s box of publishing, and occasionally take a detour through the catacombs of history. I’m Ray Evans, your harbinger of prose and profitability, armed with a qu…
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#135: Mastering Point of View and Voice: Expert Tips From Gabriela Pereira Of DIY MFA
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“You, the writer, have a bigger sphere of knowledge. You know more things than the narrator necessarily knows.” - Gabriela Pereira In today’s episode, I ask Gabriela Pereira of DIY MFA for her thoughts on some of the most commonly asked questions I get about point of view and voice—and she shares some of her favorite tips and strategies for masteri…
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What can turtles teach us about time, patience & wisdom? - Highlights - SY MONTGOMERY & MATT PATTERSON
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"The other big hard problem in philosophy is time. And I felt, you know, who better to lead me in this exploration than turtles, who live in some cases for centuries, who've been around...they arose with dinosaurs, yet they survived the asteroid impact. They are the embodiment of patience and wisdom. It's wonderful having an animal recognize you an…
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Of Time and Turtles - Author SY MONTGOMERY & Illustrator MATT PATTERSON
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What can turtles teach us about time, patience, and wisdom? What can we learn about the mysteries of consciousness by observing animals? How can we open our senses and embrace the interconnectedness of all life on Earth? Author Sy Montgomery and illustrator Matt Patterson are naturalists, adventurers, and creative collaborators. Montgomery has publ…
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Regina and James discuss reentering child’s play to bring forth your best creativity. Mentioned in this episode: BOOKS The Power of Fun The Bestseller Code A Mystery of Mysteries: The Death and Life of Edgar Allan Poe Next Book Worms Theme: Rock & Roll Horror Submit your short story (up to 1500 words) to: La Regina Studio, Grundy Commons, 925 Canal…
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Ep 28: An Author's Guide to Surviving Self-Publishing with A. M. Geever
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Ladies and gentlemen, writers of all genres, and enthusiasts of the undead, welcome to another riveting episode of the "Pen to Profit Podcast: Fiction Writing Tips." I'm Ray Evans, your sagacious guide through the wilderness of grammar, storytelling, and self-publishing success. Today, we're venturing into the shadowy realms of post-apocalyptic nar…
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The Transformative Power of Writing with ANDRE DUBUS III - Highlights
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"All creative writing is that act of reaching for the pieces to put it back together again. And with the memoir, the essay, it's human memory. Your memory for your own existence. With fiction, it’s a dream world where you're reaching for the shards. And I find it's so moving because that's what it feels like when I feel that I might be writing well…
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Exploring Trauma, Healing & Redemption with ANDRE DUBUS III
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What can reading teach us about loss, healing, and survival? How can we transform anger into empathy? What can we learn from the creative act about turning personal setbacks into opportunities for self-discovery and growth? Andre Dubus III’s nine books include the New York Times’ bestsellers House of Sand and Fog, The Garden of Last Days, and his m…
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#134: How To Stop Procrastinating: 5 Productivity Tips For Writers
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“It's really important to focus on the big picture story first and not worry about granular details that you can figure out later.” - Savannah Gilbo Get more done in less time, overcome procrastination, and become a master at time management with these 5 super simple productivity tips that I’ve been using daily for the last 10 years. Read the blog …
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