Julie Artz helps writers who dream of a life spent telling stories that matter slay their doubt demons so they can send their work out into the world with confidence. An active member of the writing community, she has volunteered for SCBWI, TeenPit, and Pitch Wars and is a member of EFA, the Authors Guild, and AWP. A social and environmental justice minded story geek, Julie lives in an enchanted forest outside of Seattle, Washington, with her husband, two strong-willed teenagers, and a couple of naughty furry familiars. Check out her weekly newsletter, Wyrd Words Weekly, and subscribe today.
[Wyrd Words Weekly] Two special offers for the new year!
Hello Reader,
Happy New Year, friends! I always love the feeling of a fresh start that the new year brings and this year is full of exciting events.
First, I'm opening registration for the next round of my critique partner matching service, CP Meet Cute. And, as an added bonus, I'll be hosting a free webinar with my tips for critique group success on January 23rd at 3pm Pacific / 6pm Eastern. Register today!
Hope to see you there.
Kick-Off the New Year Right!
My friend and colleague, Stacy Frazer, is hosting a free webinar sharing her simple process for fleshing out a new story idea. I think you'll like it. Register here.
Do you have an idea for a novel but need help figuring out how to begin?
Should you just start writing? Or Maybe you should outline it first?
Answer: Neither!
Register for this Free 60-minute webinar to learn a simple process to help you flesh out your story idea so you can start writing your novel in 2023 with confidence and clarity!
Don't miss out. Register now to attend this weinar on Thursday, January 5th at 9 AM PST or 3 PM PST.
Hope to see you there!
Warmly,
Julie
Julie Artz | author, editor, book coach, dragon
Julie Artz helps writers who dream of a life spent telling stories that matter slay their doubt demons so they can send their work out into the world with confidence. An active member of the writing community, she has volunteered for SCBWI, TeenPit, and Pitch Wars and is a member of EFA, the Authors Guild, and AWP. A social and environmental justice minded story geek, Julie lives in an enchanted forest outside of Seattle, Washington, with her husband, two strong-willed teenagers, and a couple of naughty furry familiars. Check out her weekly newsletter, Wyrd Words Weekly, and subscribe today.
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