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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · 29d

New classes coming Monday! Perfect your submission package to land a literary agent and use these 10 steps to master self-editing!

Register now: savvyauthors.com/community/cl...

#savvyauthorsworkshops #writingcommunity #writer #amwriting #savvyauthors #writerslife

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Sep 3

STARTING MONDAY, September 8th! Learn how to craft your author voice with Lori Walker and create a "murder book" for your mystery with Beth Daniels 📚

Get your spot here: savvyauthors.com/community/cl...

#writingcommunity #writer #amwriting #savvyauthors #writerslife #savvyauthorsworkshops

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Aug 28

Classes starting Monday! Use a backstory to enhance your novel and use your characters' emotional wounds for to develop their character.

Sign up below to grab your spot 👇
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#writingcommunity #writer #amwriting #savvyauthors #writerslife

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Aug 22

New classes starting Monday! Learn how to creating the perfect setting for your mystery and how to get comfortable selling your book in person 📚

Register now: savvyauthors.com/community/cl...

#writingcommunity #writer #amwriting #savvyauthors #writerslife

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Aug 14

New classes coming MONDAY! Learn how to make your characters memorable, perfect your e-book, and get tips and tricks for starting your newsletter. Sign up below 👇

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#savvyauthors #writingcommunity #writer #writerslife #AmWriting

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Aug 8

New classes start Monday! Master fairy tale twists, book promotion strategies, and writing irresistible tension.

Grab your spot below!
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#savvyauthors #writingcommunity #writer #writerslife #savvyauthorsworkshops

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Aug 4

Motivation Monday!
Do you agree with this motivational tip? Do you rely more on inspiration or sheer stubbornness?

Please share in the comments!

Wishing you a happy and productive week! ❤️
#writingcommunity #writer #savvyauthors #WritersLife
#motivationalwritingquote

“Successful writing is one part inspiration and two parts sheer stubbornness.” – Gillian Flynn

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Aug 1

Do you feel stuck or stalled in your writing process?

Check out these 4 tips from book coach June Diehl on how to get the most out of your writing.

If you are looking for more support, June's fall coaching program starts Monday.

#savvyauthorsworkshop #writingcommunity #writerslife #booksky

Your writing voice matters.
Lean into your natural storytelling rhythm Don’t let self-doubt or “rules” silence your unique voice.

The story doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful.
Draft with intention, revise with courage. Clarity comes through iteration, not hesitation.

Deadlines work better when they flex with your process.
Together, we’ll build a writing schedule that keeps you motivated. Not overwhelmed.

You don’t have to write alone.
A supportive mentor can help you untangle plot knots, strengthen your scenes, and stay connected to your goals.

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Jul 30

Do you want to write funny?
Here are 4 tips to add funny to your writing from Steve Shrott!

Want to learn more? Steve is teaching his workshop Adding Humor to Novels and Short Stories starting Monday. Don't miss out!
#savvyauthorsworkshop #writingfunny #writingcommunity #writerslife #booksky

Tip 1: Improve your humor writing ability by covering the punchline of a joke or the caption of a cartoon. Then write something that's funny and fits.

Tip 2: Before you start writing your novel, create a funny premise that holds the whole story together.

Tip 3: Exaggerate! If you have a large dog in your story, make him the size of a horse. If your main character is a slacker, have him be a really big slacker who never gets anything done.

Tip 4: Use opposites. Make your timid character interact with the reverse--very dangerous people. Have your nerdy character believe that all the ladies think he's hot.

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Jul 29

Hot Take Tuesday!

First Drafts Should Be a Mess—If They’re Not, You’re Holding Back. If you’re editing while drafting, you’re not writing—you’re censoring.

Agree or disagree?

#HotTakeTuesday #FirstDraftTruths #AmWriting

savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Jul 28

Motivation Monday!
Do you celebrate your good writing days? If yes, how do you celebrate? Something small like a piece of chocolate? Or buying a new book?

Wishing you a happy and productive week! ❤️
#writingcommunity #writer #savvyauthors #WritersLife #motivationalwritingquote

savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Jul 24

Do you write boring description? 😒

Check out 5 tips on how to put a spin on your description with Beth Daniels!

Want to learn more? Beth's workshop Putting a Different Spin on Your Description starts Monday.

#savvyauthorsworkshop #writingdescription
#writingcommunity #writerslife #booksky

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Jul 23

Last chance to register for this AWESOME workshops!
Registration is closing TONIGHT!
Don't fear the elevator pitch—learn how to write it to harness the power!
#writingcommunity #savvyauthorsworkshops #writerlife #romanceauthors #elevatorpitch #mysteryauthors #booksky

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Jul 22

Authors, are you a plotter, pantser, or plantser? Have you tried the other writing plans? What do you love about your writing plan?
Share in the comments!

#writingplan #writingcommunity #writingcommunitylove #savvyauthors #plotterpantser #booksky

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Jul 21

Motivation Quote Monday!
What do you think of this quote? Do you feel the passion when you edit? Or cringe? Do you prefer to write or edit your WIP?
Wishing you a happy and productive week! ❤️

#writingcommunity #writer #savvyauthors #WritersLife #motivationalwritingquote #booksky

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Jul 18

Workshop starting on Monday:

A Toolkit to Unleash Your Wild Creativity with Lori Walker!

Whether you’re feeling stuck, uninspired, or just ready to create with more freedom, reconnect with your creative fire.

#savvyauthorsworkshop #authorperfectionism
#authormarketing #authorcreativity #booksky

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Jul 17

Workshop starting on Monday:

Use Misdirection to Craft a Great Mystery with @annadenisch.bsky.social !

Learn how to use misdirection in your mystery! Critique included!

#savvyauthorsworkshop #mysterywriter
#misdirection #getcreative #authorcreativity #booksky

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Jul 16

Curious how to use misdirection in your mystery? Check out @annadenisch.bsky.social's 3 tips!

Want to learn more? Anna is teaching her week-long class starting on Monday!

#savvyauthorsworkshop #mysterywriters
#writingcommunity #misdirectionmystery #writerslife #booksky

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Jul 16

Last chance to register for this FABULOUS workshops!
Registration is closing TONIGHT!

You can't copyright tropes—but you can make them your own! Learn how!
#writingcommunity #savvyauthorsworkshops #writerlife #romanceauthors #tropeswelove #booksky

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Jul 15

🔥Hot Take Tuesday! 🔥
Authors, Time to weigh in, what’s your hot take on this writing debate:
“Love triangles are overrated. A well-written friendship breakup hits harder than romantic drama.”
Agree or disagree?
Drop your take in the comments!
#HotTakeTuesday #FictionChat #WritingCommunity #booksky

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Jul 15

😎 Workshop starting on Monday: 😎

A Toolkit to Unleash Your Wild Creativity with Lori Walker with Lori Walker!
Shake off perfectionism, embrace creative chaos, and make art your way.
#savvyauthorsworkshop #authorstoolskit #romancewriters #getcreative #authorcreativity

savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Jul 14

Motivation Quote Monday!
Happy Monday! This is a great reminder that we are telling a story and not just putting words together.

Wishing you a happy and productive week! ❤️

#writingcommunity #writer #savvyauthors #WritersLife #motivationalwritingquote

savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Jul 13

Check out what workshops we have
starting next Monday at SavvyAuthors! 😍

Craft the PERFECT elevator pitch, use misdirection to create a great mystery, and unleash your wild creativity.

savvyauthors.com/community/cl...

#writingworkshops #savvyauthorsworkshops
#summerwriting #booksky

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Jul 11

It was Kill Your Darling Week so we put together 5 tips to help you kill your darlings!

Which one do you find the hardest to do?

#killyourdarlingsedit #killyourdarlings
#writingcommunity #writingishardsometimes
#savvyauthors #booksky

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savvyauthors.bsky.social @savvyauthors.bsky.social · Jul 10

Curious about how to use tropes? Check out 2 tips from Tere Michaels on how to make them your own!
If you want to learn more about tropes, check out Tere's workshop, You Can’t Copyright Tropes: But You Can Make Them Your Own, starting Monday!

#savvyauthorsworkshop #writingcommunity #booksky

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