Writing quotes: Inspirational quotes + motivational quotes to conquer a midyear hump

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Positive quotes every life-story creator ought to know about

The solstice is nearly upon us marking the halfway point of the year.

So it is timely to reflect on what life-story goals we have achieved and want to pursue during the back half of the year.

Therefore I’ve been on the hunt to share with you motivational quotes and writing quotes from famous identities.

Certainly they will get you inspired to end this year with a writing bang!

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Positive quotes: Motivational thoughts to lift your life-story creating

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Best quotes for midyear motivation and inspiration

How did it get to be the middle of the year so fast!

Certainly those New Year’s writing goals seem a long time ago and need re-examining.

But the beauty of being halfway through this year is there is still one half to go for life-story recording and creating.

So here is a dose of positive quotes to get your inspiration fired up again …

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Realign writing goals: 5 things to remember to reboot writing dreams

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Amazing goal attainment secrets of a life-story writing coach

Who else is enjoying the cooler months of winter?

Certainly here in Australia we have just had an ‘arctic blast‘.

But it has been the perfect excuse to curl up and do more planning, creating, polishing and publishing!

And it has also been a good time to look back over writing goals set in the new year.

So this week I’m asking: Are you on track to hit your goals or have you forgotten them?

Next let’s examine five things we can do to reset and realign writing goals for our autobiography, memoir, biography or other life-story projects.

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Motivational quotes: Blitz writing blues with inspirational quotes

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Positive quotes every life-story writer should read

We are fast approaching the second half of the year.

And I hope your life-story project goals are still on track?

Certainly by midyear our writing can naturally start to flag. 

Therefore to help you sit down and create with renewed enthusiasm I’ve collected some motivational quotes from famous and new writers.

Indeed these follow on from other popular quote articles I have published about writer quotes and inspirational quotes.

So lets take a closer look to re-energise planning, creating, polishing and publishing an autobiography, memoir, biography or other life-story project.

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How to write a story: Burning questions about inspirational stories, writing tips + writing mistakes

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Ask Nicola Q&A: How to write a story for beginners who want to write well

How to write a story is the most common query I am asked as a life-story coach.

So to kick off this year’s Ask Nicola series, I’m highlighting six readers’ questions that deal with this theme!

They include how to create inspirational stories, writing tips, good writing ideas, writing mistakes, writing problems and the process of writing a book.

Certainly these questions and responses will help you plan, create, polishing and publishing an autobiography, memoir, biography or other life-story project.

Now let’s dive in and learn how to write a story …

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Good writing: Writing tips on how to become a better writer (plus writing prompts free training)

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4 amazing ways to overcome ‘bad writer’ fears and build writing confidence

First published July 12, 2018: This article has been updated and improved.

I hear many people say they need to be a ‘good writer’ to start an autobiography, memoir, biography or other life-story project.

Or folks say they couldn’t possibly put pen to paper because they didn’t do well at school.

Indeed, for years I told myself this too when time and again my school work came back riddled with red-pen corrections.

However, I was lucky others encouraged and supported me to keep sitting down to write.

Now, as a long-time print editor and life-story coach, I’m here to do the same for you!

So keep reading for my top good writing tips (and free writing prompts training!) to help you start and continue recording life stories …

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Inspirational quotes: 10 positive quotes you should try to boost your writing!

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Quick and easy motivation quote tips + writing goals course deal!

Can you believe we are halfway through the year?

And what a crazy year it has been!

I’m assuming, like me, some of your writing goals have been battered by COVID-19 and the dramas of life?

However, let’s all pause to take a deep breath, refocus our writing goals and get set for a good finish to the year.

Therefore, to help you get motivated to sit down and write I’ve gathered a few inspirational quotes.

Certainly, these inspirational quotes will help whether you are writing an autobiography, memoir, biography or other life-story project.

Plus, keep reading as I have a special half-yearly deal available on the Setting Writing Goals Guide for writers!

Let’s do this!

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Writing break: The secret weapon of writing tips

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Quick and easy writing advice to write a better book

This past year I’ve been getting back into surfing.

Usually the first half of my surf goes well.

Then I start to get physically tired and stuff up. 

When this happens my trick is to take a break or try again tomorrow.

The same idea can be applied to your writing, whether you are working on an autobiography, memoir, biography or life-story project.

Taking a writing break is my secret writing tip for good writing.

Here’s why you need to take a writing break today!

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Ask Nicola Q&A: What are positive traits and qualities of a good writer?

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How to improve your writing with 5 positive characteristics and habits

Hi and welcome to Forever Young Autobiographies – Ask Nicola.

I get many questions about writing life stories for family and friends.

And in this series I aim to highlight some of the queries I receive and give you a glimpse into how I help writers like yourself.

Today’s Ask Nicola answers the following question:

Help, I’m not a natural-born writer! What are some positive traits and qualities of a good writer that I can learn from?

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Writing accountability: Personal accountability + accountability partners

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Amazing accountability secrets to write your autobiography

First published September 2017. This article has been updated and improved.

Writing an autobiography, memoir or life story can be exciting and fun but it can also become a chore if you are not careful.

Sometimes it can feel like you are muddling along at your writing desk without any clear direction for weeks, months, even years.

Don’t let this happen to you!

Here are some writing accountability suggestions to help keep you motivated to finish your story.

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