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FREE WRITING AND EDITING CRAFT RESOURCES
#1. Looks & Gazes Quickstart Guide
Grab this guide from one of your hosts, Stacy Juba.Â
Discover more than 100 ways to describe your characters’ looks and gazes inside this guide. These cheat sheets are one small part of The Energize Your Writing Toolkit: Cheat Sheets for Character Emotions.
Get a sample here and start punching up those scenes where everyone is standing around looking at each other!
#2. Line Editing Made Simple:
5 Days to More Polished Pages
Does your manuscript need some line editing magic? Then you need to sign up for Line Editing Made Simple, brought to you by one of your hosts, Stacy Juba.
This free class will kick-start your revisions in just a few minutes per day. Learn simple hacks for polishing your writing, even if the thought of line editing makes your head spin.
#3. 50 Questions to Ask Your Protagonist
Most writers are friends with their protagonistâbut theyâre not best friends. If youâre ready to craft a protagonist readers adore, download this free guide for getting to know your hero.
From Lewis JorstadÂ
#4. The One Idea Spreadsheet
Grab this spreadsheet to self-generate a fascinating book idea in just five steps, organize all your ideas, and quickly determine the best one using the built-in calculator.
From Alexis Miller
#5. 5 Stereotypes to Avoid When Writing about Native Americans
If you want to write about American Indians, there are a plethora of pitfalls in todayâs climate. This ebook guides you around a few of those as you navigate your story.
From Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer
#6. How to Come Up with a Great Book Concept Infographic and Video Tutorial
Elevate your book idea from ordinary to extraordinary. Learn from industry insider Chad Allen how to create a compelling book concept that captivates readers from start to finish.
From Chad Allen
#7. The Pocket Guide to Plotting
Learn how plotting can help you, even if you are a discovery writer.
From Troy Lambert
#8. 17 Thriller Twist Ideas to Jumpstart Your Brainstorming
 Inspire, unblock, and unlock your thriller.
From Samantha Skal
#9. TIPS FOR NAMING CHARACTERS GUIDE
What’s in a name? A lot, actually. A big part of making your characters come alive is what you name them. Snag this free guide packed with tips from one of your hosts, Stacy Juba. Discover:
â 6 things to keep in mind when choosing names
â 7 character-naming sites
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#10. Key Components of a Compelling Story
Write a compelling novel by combining three key elements: Core, Concept, and Character. This 12-page guide shows how to create new ideas and strengthen existing stories.
From Sara Gentry
#11. World Building Workbook for Fiction Writers
Overwhelmed by world-building for your science fiction or fantasy novel?
Then use the prompts in this guide to brainstorm your storyâs world.
From Beth Barany
#12. A Fantasy Writers’ Handbook
The complete guide on how to write fantasy. It first takes a look at how to write fiction, exploring characters, plot, dialogue, theme, conflict, and prose, and then turns to fantasy writing tips and more.
From Richie Billing
#13. Actionable Fantasy WorldbuildingÂ
Never wonder how to start…or stop worldbuilding again. Instead, create a magnificent story world that you and your readers love with this 3-step guide.
From Alexis Miller
#14. How to Pre-Edit Your Manuscript Webinar
Learn the editorâs secret to writing fiction books that make readers FEEL. In this free webinar, Sue Brown-Moore teaches you how to plan the right story in the first draft.
From Sue Brown-Moore
#15. Perfect Your Plot, Structure Your StoryÂ
This on-demand webinar teaches the ins and outs of plot and story structure. With over an hour of instruction, this session will help you structure your plot and story.
From Gabriela Pereira
#16. The Magic of Character Arcs
In this 7-day course, you’ll craft the character arcs backbone for your story with the power to keep your readers flipping pages all through the night.
From Golden May Editing
#17. Create Knockout Book Titles
Book titles are HARD. Use this helpful guide to create a strong title that grabs readersâ attention and resonates with your story.
From Sara Gentry
#18. Dialogue Essentials Checklist
What if you could write dialogue so juicy that readers fall in love with your characters, stay hooked until the end, and eagerly tell their friends all about your novel?
From Heather Davis
#19. The Keys to Scenes that Work
In this guide, you’ll learn the 15 key elements of great scenes, with annotated scenes to show you how they work. Take your writing from good to great.
From Golden May Editing
FREE MINDSET AND PRODUCTIVITY RESOURCES
#20. 21 Days of Writing Inspiration
If youâre looking to finish your first novel, these 21 days of writing inspiration from one of your hosts, Emma Dhesi, are just what you need. Itâs easy to get started, not so easy to finish.
For 21 days youâll get tips, strategies and notes of motivation dropping into your mailbox so you can stay engaged with your writing and push on through to the finish line. All this from the only book coach youâll ever need, for free.
 #21. Baby Steps to Book Success
Do you need to finally write that first novel? In this free video presentation from Emma Dhesi, you’ll get:
- Simple hacks to start writing THIS WEEK.
- The productivity trick that literally got Emma’s book written while juggling #allthethings (so simple, but she bets you’ll never guess it).
- The surprising habit outside of writing that gets your book written faster.
#22. 10 Ways to Reclaim the Joy of Discovery Writing
Is your story stuck? Sign up and get this 10-tip workbook on 10 Ways to Reclaim the Joy of Discovery Writing.
Brought to you by one of your hosts, Kat Caldwell.
 #23. YOUR BEST WRITING YEAR EVER MASTERCLASS
After this class, you will be able to:
- Identify which aspects of time management you need help with the most
- Recognize why this practical and holistic approach is an absolute game-changer for writersÂ
- Implement 4 simple action steps to start using immediately
- Led by one of your hosts, Stacy Juba of Shortcuts for Writers.
#24. Awakening the Creative Muse: A Writer’s Guide to Intuition
Brought to you by one of your hosts, Stacy Juba. We’ve all experienced those writer’s moments when the words flow, characters spring to life, and your story takes on a magical quality. Unfortunately in todayâs hectic world, our intuitive voice is asleep much of the time. Let Stacy show you how to wake it up! Grab your free copy now and start transforming your writing.
#25. The 15 Minute Writer
This 10-page guidebook is jam-packed with actionable tips to help you maximize your writing productivity in just 15 minutes.
From Daria White
#26. Publishing Timeline CalculatorÂ
Simply add in your book details and writing schedule and this nifty calculator will spit out recommended timelines and due dates.Â
From Brit Poe
#27. Tame Your No-Good, Horrible, Too-Long To-Do List
Tame Your Way to E-A-S-Y productivity with these powerful tools to help you prioritize and pick tasks with ease.
From Julia Roberts, MSc
#28. The Secret To Writing 3K a Day
Learn how to write 3,000 words a day with the Word Count Snowball Method⢠plus, you’ll get access to an editable spreadsheet template.
From Kristen Martin
#29. Include Your Children in Your Writing Life
Being a parent and a writer do NOT have to conflict with each other. This guide contains age-appropriate tips to help you include your children in your writing life.
From Sara Gentry
#30. Unlocking Your Creativity
Everyone deserves a contented life filled with creativity where they feel fully themselves. Take a little time and explore what that means for you with this handy guide.
From LA Bourgeois
#31. 7 Questions to Ask Before You Write Your Difficult Story
Invites writers to identify their intentions, address any blocks and create a self-care plan before they explore vulnerable personal material.
From Nicole Breit
#32. Dictation for Authors: Tools and Tips of the Trade
Puzzled by all the tech surrounding dictation? This quick guide will help get you started on your dictation journey. Includes a punctuation key.
From Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer
#33. 5 Ways to Organize Your Time as an Author with No Time
This valuable resource is packed with practical tips and tricks to help you make the most of your writing time, whether you have ten minutes or two hours.
From Daria White
#34. Author Mindset Makeover
Up for a challenge? Brit Poe dedicated herself to journaling for one full week. She shared this goal with some of her author friends, and The Author Mindset Makeover was born.
From Brit Poe
#35. Why Am I Stuck? Powerful Help for Stuck Writers
A story and workbook of creative thinking styles that keep writers stuck.
From Julia Roberts, MSc
#36. Writing Retreat Planner
Discover the key to overcoming time constraints and finally write your book. Start planning your own productive writing retreat today.
From Chad Allen
FREE MARKETING AND PROMOTION RESOURCES
#37. Author Newsletter Email Ideas
Need some ideas for your author newsletter?
Get 25+ ideas to send to your subscribers specific to being an author.
Plus, you’ll receive writing tips and ideas every Thursday from one of your bundle hosts, Kat Caldwell.
#38. 7 Book Marketing Activities You Can Stop Doing Today
Itâs easy to get overwhelmed with all the book marketing tips out there. But not every strategy is necessary to successfully market your book.
From Emily Enger
#39. 30-Day Social Media Content Calendar for Authors
Download the 30 Day Social Media Content Calendar for Authors for free and unlock the secret to consistent and impactful social media marketing.
From Mary Helen Sheriff
#40. 10 Tools to Use for Your Book Marketing
Bestselling author Shelby Leigh has sold 50,000+ books through social media. Grab the tools she uses every week and get a bonus class on boosting your book sales.
From Shelby Leigh
 #41. The Unforgettable Introduction
Let Lindsey teach you an easy, fun way to craft your personal power pitch. It’s time to own your story and make every hello a doorway to incredible possibilities.
 From Lindsey Hughes
#42. Romance Your Launch
A step-by-step guide packed with strategies, tactics, checklists, and spreadsheets from bestselling authors to help you achieve your book launch goals.
From Danika BloomÂ
#44. How to Build Your Creative CareerÂ
This book can’t guarantee you a successful career, but it can give you all the fundamental knowledge you need to set you up for success because it was written by a creative for a creative.
From Russell Nohelty
#46. Book Launch Timeline
Unlock the secrets to a successful book launch with this comprehensive book launch timeline. From pre-launch buzz to post-release promotions, we’ve got you covered.Â
From Mary Helen Sheriff
#43. How to Replace Your Marketing With One Piece of Core Content
Learn the 2 biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make when trying to write a brand book and the 4 pillars of crafting a money-making brand book.
From Jessica Andersen
#45. Author Platform Planner
This free planner and complementary training walks you through mapping out an author platform that WORKS to help you reach your goals while creating a knock-out reader experience.
From Brit Poe
#47. Book Proposal Template
 A âfill in the blanksâ guide to pitching your book to literary agents and publishers. Download your free copy today, fill in, and craft your own contract-worthy book proposal.
From Chad Allen
#48. Love Connections
Your go-to resource, filled with the top tools every romance author needs to captivate, engage, and grow their passionate reader community.
From Danika Bloom
#50. How to Become a Successful Author
Compiles the best tips, tricks, and hacks from the author’s life, and the most powerful secrets he has learned from other authors about how to make six figures as an author.
From Russell Nohelty
#49. The Profitable Brand Book Method
Developed by an editor, the Profitable Brand Book Method will show you how to craft a magnetic book for your brand or biz in 4 easy steps.
From Jessica Andersen
#51. 120 Day Book Launch Checklist
This checklist is to help you stay on track with the most important elements of publishing and launching a book.
From Alexa Bigwarfe
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It’s time to swap your backpack for a manuscript and embark on a journey of refining your storytelling prowess.
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