| |
March 1st, 2010
 The creative cycle has distinct phases which all need to be honoured to keep your writing focused and fluent.
Ironically, the most over-looked phase is the most important of all. Silence, stillness and space are all facets of the same creative diamond out of which the impulse to create arises.
Reconnecting fully with your creative Source by choosing to prioritise these crucial ingredients is one of the most powerful ways to keep your writing sharp and vibrant.
Taking regular time out from everyday life, whether it is for a short break or a longer retreat, allows you to recharge after surfing a creative wave and to gather your energy for the next creative phase.
Here are 5 ways to make the most of such an opportunity and to sharpen the edge of your creative writing at any time:
› Continue Reading
Tags: creative process, Writing
Posted in Creativity, Writing | 2 Comments »
March 1st, 2010
 Here in the UK, the first day of March signals that spring is just around the corner, and after many months of winter, that is good news indeed!
February is usually my least favourite month but this year it has been completely different because I have been engaged with the successful launch of a brand new creation into the world (the IACCW).
From now on, February will be associated with that uplifting and transformative energy. This is a positive shift for me and I am looking forward to carrying this new energy forwards onto the next level I now find myself on.
Before we say goodbye to winter altogether, or simply the month which has passed, why not take the opportunity to think about what mindset shift(s) might be useful for you at this time of change?
› Continue Reading
Tags: author, mindset, publication, Writing
Posted in Creativity, Personal Reflections, Publishing, Writing | 6 Comments »
February 22nd, 2010
 Thursday 4th March at
16:00 GMT / 11:00 EST
Are you ready to discover your road to fulfillment and freedom through a conscious approach to the business of published authorship?
It is time now for author entrepreneurs everywhere to understand fully the depth of what it means to be a Conscious Entrepreneur and to benefit at every level from applying this approach to their own writing journey.
So don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the shifts you need to make to transform your vision of published authorship into reality including how to:
- Avoid the single biggest mistake most conscious author entrepreneurs make
- Easily and gracefully navigate your way through challenging times
- Know what to do first to create an author business that’s filled with purpose, passion and profit
- Discover the 4 essential components of Conscious Business Success
- Gain deeper understanding about how Spirit impacts business; and more!
Christine Kloser is the award-winning author of The Freedom Formula and Conscious Entrepreneurs. She is widely recognized as an expert in the field of conscious entrepreneurship having spoken alongside such luminaries as Neale Donald Walsch, Dr. Joe Vitale, Arielle Ford, James Twyman and Marianne Williamson.
Want to listen to this teleseminar interview for free but not yet an IACCW member?
Find out about how to do so and discover the other benefits of becoming a member of the International Association of Conscious & Creative Writers (IACCW) by clicking here …
Tags: authentic, author, conscious, passion, publication
Posted in Authenticity, Events, Publishing, Writing | No Comments »
February 15th, 2010
 About this time last year I made a decision to pursue an idea for a major new creative project despite having no idea how I was going to make it a reality or if it would actually work!
Yet I felt deeply inspired to focus my energy directly on my true passion of opening the way for people to discover their authentic voice – on the page and in the world. I also felt a strong impulse to serve a wide, international audience of aspiring and published authors who value a conscious and creative approach to writing for publication.
So I found a source of high quality, reliable information which resonated with me, and I took action to learn what I needed to know to transform my vision into reality.
Along the way, I had to pause to take care of other commitments and priorities. Yet the vision was taking shape so powerfully that I knew intuitively I was on track and chose to trust the unfolding process completely.
Fast forward to today and I am just emerging from what can only be described as the hugely successful launch of the International Association of Conscious & Creative Writers (IACCW).
So here are five of the valuable lessons I have been reminded of from this experience which can be applied to creating and launching any project:
› Continue Reading
Tags: authentic, creative, creative process, passion
Posted in Authenticity, Creativity, Emerging Vision, Personal Reflections | 6 Comments »
February 2nd, 2010
 Non-fiction books are usually commissioned by publishers before the whole manuscript is written on the basis of a first-class book proposal plus a few sample chapters.
When you sign the contract you have to commit to a delivery date for your completed manuscript and publishers will schedule the book for publication based on that date.
Finishing a manuscript can be more challenging than some writers expect because it does feel different once you are under contract to a publisher and the pressure of an important deadline can interfere with the creative flow.
Even if you are planning on self-publishing your book, working to a deadline is a good idea. It will ensure that your writing is high enough up your priority list to get done and avoid the trap of it taking so long that you lose energy and enthusiasm for it.
So here are 5 tips to support you to complete your non-fiction manuscript:
- Always give yourself more time than you think you need. The reality is that your writing will take longer than you expect it to, especially if this is your first book.
Time and again I have worked with authors who are confident of their subject and under the impression that it “won’t take long to write it all down”.
Yet however familiar you are with the content, the writing process has a magic all of its own. You will almost certainly discover new ideas as you write and different ways of explaining your message on the page.
Consider this point carefully before you agree to the delivery date which goes into your contract. My recommendation is that for an average non-fiction book, four to six months from signature of the contract is a minimum you should agree to unless there is a really good reason to shorten that time frame.
› Continue Reading
Tags: author, creative process, manuscript, publisher, Writing
Posted in Creativity, Publishing, Writing | No Comments »
January 29th, 2010
 This is a great question and, as is often the case with writing a book for publication, there is no single answer which will suit all people and all situations.
Sometimes it works best to map out your ideas first and then write to that overall structure. At other times it is preferable to enjoy the blank page (or screen) and the freedom to explore new ideas as the writing unfolds.
I recommend that you take the following into account when deciding on your approach:
- The inevitable differences between fiction and non-fiction
- Who you are as an individual and how you usually work best
- What the writing requires of you in terms of the most effective way of crafting and communicating your message or telling your story
Let’s take a look at the advantages and disadvantages of these scenarios using examples from the work I do with my clients.
› Continue Reading
Tags: creative process, structure, Writing
Posted in Creativity, Writing | No Comments »
January 22nd, 2010
Enjoy a stellar line-up of bestselling authors and guest experts from around the world in the inaugural virtual event which marks the offical launch of the International Association of Conscious & Creative Writers.
Our theme is Discover Your Authentic Voice – on the page and in the world. Listen and learn about tried and tested tools, tips and techniques for success as a published author in today’s fast-changing marketplace.
Be inspired, informed and immerse yourself for a few hours in the creative world of writing and reaching a wide international audience with your message and your stories.
Live calls FREE to all!
For more information and to register, click here …
________________________________________
WEDNESDAY 10 FEBRUARY
 How to Succeed as an Inspired Author Entrepreneur
with
Nick Williams
entrepreneur, author, international speaker
15:30 GMT/ 10:30 EST
_________________________________________
 How to Write & Publish Authentic Books Successfully
with
Marc Allen
publisher, author, musician
17:00 UK GMT/ 12:00 EST
_________________________________________
 How to Navigate the World of Publishing,
Publicity & Building a Platform
with
Arielle Ford
publicist, author, entrepreneur
18:30 GMT / 1:30 EST
_____________________________________
THURSDAY 11 FEBRUARY
 How to Deliver an Authentic Media Message
with
Alan Stevens
media expert , professional speaker, author
14:00 GMT / 9:00 EST
_________________________________________
 How to Be an Authentic New York Times Bestselling Author
with
Mike Dooley
NY Times bestselling author, international speaker
15:30 GMT / 10:30 EST
____________________________________
 How to Benefit From Being Part of a Membership-Based Association
with
Sheri McConnell
entrepreneur, author, CEO
17:00 GMT / 12:00 EST
________________________________________
Live calls FREE to all!
For more information and to register, click here …
Tags: authentic, author, conscious, creative, Publishing, writer, writer's voice
Posted in Authenticity, Creativity, Events, Publishing, Writing | No Comments »
January 18th, 2010
 Many publishers are feeling generally optimistic about the future of the industry. Yet according to Gail Rebuck, chairman and c.e.o. of Random House Group, 2010 will be a year of ‘steady’ rather than stellar results leading towards a ‘tectonic’ shift over the next few years.
She is not alone in her view that the book trade will see the recession through but needs to prepare for continued unprecedented change over the coming years with the increase of interest in all things digital. HarperCollins UK chief executive and publisher Victoria Barnsley agrees, ‘The day when we sold only hardbacks and paperbacks will be looked backed at with wonder.’
One of the big questions about the digital future is whether it will gradually erode the popularity of print books – and ultimately replace certain types of books altogether – or encourage a new audience to enjoy the experience of reading great books?
› Continue Reading
Tags: authentic, book trade, change, creative, digital, marketing, publisher
Posted in Authenticity, Creativity, Publishing | 2 Comments »
January 12th, 2010
 I hope that 2010 has got off to a great start for you. The full/blue moon on New Year’s Eve seems to have brought in a new wave of energy which I sense is going to make a major impact as we head into the new decade – exciting!
At last I am ready to share the details of my ‘emerging vision’ project. It feels like a perfect moment to do so and I can barely find the words to express how significant this feels and how passionate I am about it.
The project has arisen out of the fact that I find myself to be on a mission which I have chosen to accept fully.
My mission is to open the way for people to discover their authentic voice – on the page and in the world.
There are 3 main reasons why I am so motivated about this …
Tags: authentic, author, conscious, creative, true voice, Writing
Posted in Authenticity, Creativity, Emerging Vision, Personal Reflections, Publishing, Writing | No Comments »
January 8th, 2010
 After many months of engaging ever more deeply with my ‘emerging vision’ project, and taking the action required for this vision to show up in the world, I have reached the penultimate stage of this phase of the journey.
I am at the point where I can see before me the tangible evidence of my efforts over the last few months … and I totally love it!
Before I take the final step and reveal the details in just a few days time, I am pausing to appreciate the experience I have had and the enormous growth this project has demanded of me.
So what can I share from my experience that may be of value to you?
› Continue Reading
Tags: balance, creative process, intuition, Publishing, purpose, vision, Writing
Posted in Authenticity, Creativity, Emerging Vision, Personal Reflections | 2 Comments »
|
|
The creative cycle has distinct phases which all need to be honoured to keep your writing focused and fluent. 
