What Writers Do that Other People Don’t

There are just a few days left to enroll in my latest training and coaching program, Writer’s Craft Academy INTENSIVE (WCAI). That means, as with every launch I’ve ever done, I’m getting all kinds of emails from people saying some version of the following: “Kevin, I’d love to join the program, BUT…” Take a moment and…

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How to Write a Eulogy (6 Steps)

Last weekend, I delivered the eulogy at my mother-in-law’s memorial service. It was an emotional experience. But, of course, writing is always an emotional experience. Whether you’re putting together a blog post, or drafting a new chapter in your novel, emotional truth lays at the heart of most good writing. I recently heard Seth Godin…

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The Writer’s Craft Academy INTENSIVE Manifesto

I recently announced the launch of my latest program, Writer’s Craft Academy INTENSIVE (WCAI), and it’s been exciting to see people’s response. WCAI is a three month program featuring live online workshop training and group coaching taught and facilitated by a team of writing, publishing and book marketing veterans, including writing and life coach Doug Kurtz, publicist…

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7 Benefits of Group Coaching for Writers — The Writing Coach 073

Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build their audience, and sell their work. The opportunity to reserve your spot in Writer’s Craft Academy INTENSIVE is available now. INTENSIVE is a small group program for novice to experienced authors and it…

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Guest Host Lori Puma Interviews Kevin T. Johns — The Writing Coach 072

Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build their audience, and sell their work. Episode #72 of The Writing Coach podcast features our first ever guest host, Lori Puma. Lori Puma is a Story Grid Certified editor who helps writers…

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Allison Fallon on Bringing Vulnerability to Writing — The Writing Coach 071

Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build their audience, and sell their work. In episode #71 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with Allison Fallon. Allison believes a regular practice of writing can change your life. She…

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Lisa Cron, Fight Club, Anthony Bourdain, and the One True Way to Write a Book

About 2200 years ago, the ancient Greek scholar Archimedes sat down for a bath, watched the water rise, and in doing so discovered a method for measuring mass. As legend has it, Archimedes was so excited he ran down the street naked shouting “Eureka!” If you’re lucky, every once in a while you’ll experience an…

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Lisa Tener on Transforming Anger into Creativity — The Writing Coach 070

Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build their audience, and sell their work. In episode #70 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with Lisa Tener. An authority on book writing and publishing, and winner of the Silver Stevie…

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Angela Ackerman on Going with Your Gut — The Writing Coach 069

Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build their audience, and sell their work. In episode #69 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with Angela Ackerman. Angela is a writing coach, international speaker, and co-author of the bestselling book, The…

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“Lori Meyers” in Four Acts

Recently, while revisiting NOFX’s classic 1994 album Punk in Drublic, I was struck by the power of the song, “Lori Meyers.” “Lori Meyers” is a deep track, positioned as the 12th song of the album. Few would consider it a hit when compared to other masterpieces on the album, including “Linoleum,” “Don’t Call Me White,” and…

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