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#RealLifeWriter: Rachel Gordon

#RealLifeWriter: Rachel Gordon

Tell us a little about yourself. I am an Arkansas native but currently live in Denver with my husband, Heath. I am a Family Practice Physician Assistant for refugees and a new blogger. I love writing about faith in Jesus, simple living, travel, and my experience as a Physician Assistant to the refugee community. What’s the name of your new… Read More

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Inspiration for Writing

Inspiration for Writing

Inspiration for writing Music is a big inspiration for me when it comes to writing. Soundtracks are my favorite. Whenever I watch a movie, I’m very tuned in to the background music. I get super inspired to write just watching a story unfold on screen. Here’s what I’ve been listening to this past week while writing. You can listen here…. Read More

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Quick Inspiration

Quick Inspiration

There are some days that require a little more inspiration than others. There are two slim books that I always turn to when I’m feeling a little low in the inspiration department. Ksenia Anske’s Sparrow books. Ksenia Anske has taken her (very) inspirational tweets on writing and reading and combined them all into two volumes: Blue Sparrow and Blue Sparrow… Read More

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Book Report: DIY MFA

Book Report: DIY MFA

In DIY MFA, Gabriela Pereira, sets a working map before you guiding you to your very own diy MFA. (Master of Fine Arts). I have wanted a Master (in Fine Arts or English) ever since the semester after I graduated (I only thought I was finished with school). Now, with three kids, a husband, a part time job, and working… Read More

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Five Things to do After You Finish Your First Draft

Five Things to do After You Finish Your First Draft

After years (it’s been 3?) of writing and re-writing and re-writing again, I have finally finished my first(ish) draft of All the Lies You Cannot Know. I’m not going to lie. It feels weird and good and not real all at the same time. So now the question looms over me—now what? Where do you go from here? (ok, that’s two… Read More

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5 Ways to Find Time to Write

5 Ways to Find Time to Write

Summer is coming. Which means school is out. Which means I’m all preparing like: and coffee jokes aside (because running out of coffee? That’s no joking manner). Summer means days jam packed with activities and vacations all vying for your time, stealing away your precious writing time. Here are five of my sure fire ways to effortlessly get words on the… Read More

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Best Practices That Didn’t Work (for me)

Best Practices That Didn’t Work (for me)

I’m part of a group of awesome authors and bloggers on the street team for Gabriela Pereira’s upcoming book, DIY MFA. Gabriela’s podcast and website are both insanely inspiring and fun to browse through (for all you writerly and creative-types out there). There are so many ways out there to do this writing thing. I’ve probably tried a majority of them—write… Read More

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Just a reminder. There is no guarantee one (or any) of these pitches will be picked up by the publisher! This is all for fun and games and to bring my readers along side me in the process!
Which one is your favorite? 
Just a reminder. Which one is your favorite? 
 
Just a reminder. There is no guarantee one (or any) of these pitches will be picked up by the publisher! This is all for fun and games and to bring my readers along side me in the process!
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Note: While I can’t share many (re: hardly any) Note: While I can’t share many (re: hardly any) details, and at the end of the day, it’s up to my publish which story (if any) they want, I did want to show you what I’m working on, and give you a little sneak peek behind the curtain!
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Ever felt like your writing journey is a never-end Ever felt like your writing journey is a never-ending cycle of doubt? 

Tag someone who’s also chasing the full-time author dream! 👇

In our latest episode, we dive into the real struggles of transitioning from part-time to full-time writing. It’s not just about the words on the page; it’s about the daily habits and mindset shifts that lead to success.

We discuss the importance of keeping a writer’s log to track progress and hold ourselves accountable. It’s a game-changer! 

Writing is more than just a passion; it’s a commitment to our goals. And sometimes, that means adjusting expectations and embracing the unique path we’re on. 

What’s your biggest challenge in your writing journey? Let’s chat about it!

Full episode - link in bio.

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#WritersLife #FullTimeAuthor #WritingCommunity #AuthorsOfInstagram #WritersJourney
If you haven’t tried Murder Mystery (the drink b If you haven’t tried Murder Mystery (the drink by @liquiddeath) then you should AND THEN you can try Murder Mystery (the book by me) coming out next year with HarperCollins!! 

Note: Murder Mystery is the working title … I’ll have a title reveal soonish …
Okay... it’s all good, but this part... :) Okay... it’s all good, but this part... :)
Atlas of Neely Spencer available now on Substack! Atlas of Neely Spencer available now on Substack!
She is still my favorite professor ever...even if She is still my favorite professor ever...even if she did laugh and tell me there was no way I’d be able to be a mom + a writer...
But seriously though. Do you really want to know w But seriously though. Do you really want to know which genre I write (the answer is, yes…) or what the book is about (it’s about people doing things and there’s probably kissing at some point) Also, it should be a crime to run out of coffee, and remind me again why we have to be on social media? Number 4 why? Just why?

What are your top 5 horror movies?
I might be guilty of falling in love with a side c I might be guilty of falling in love with a side character ... or two.
Why do you write? Is it just about getting publis Why do you write?

Is it just about getting published or making money? Or is there a deeper reason fueling your fire?

Drop a 🔥 if you’re still working on clarifying your why—trust us, it makes all the difference in staying motivated.

We’ve spent years chasing publication, but it wasn’t until we remembered our true purpose—creating stories that inspire and uplift—that our passions reignited. Knowing why we write helps us push through the frustrations and keep going, even when it’s hard (because, y’all—writing is hard).

Your why isn’t just a line in your bio; it’s the fire that keeps you writing through the setbacks and self-doubt. So, what’s yours? Share below, we want to hear it!

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