127: The Querying Strategies I Used to Find My Agent(s)
Your Big Creative Life
Querying can feel overwhelming, but the good news is that there's lots of information online. I share what resources helped me most and the strategies I used to find both of my agents (my first in 2019 and my current agent in 2022.) ----- - Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: - TikTok: - Instagram: Mentioned in this episode/querying resources: Query Tracker: Publishers Marketplace: Manuscript Wish List: Manuscript Academy: Jane Friedman: Query Shark:
info_outline
126: Lessons I've Learned About Writing from Editing
Your Big Creative Life
I've learned so much about writing as a freelance editor and book coach, and this episode goes over some of the best lessons. Enrollment is now open for Novel Jumpstart! 8 spots are available. ----- - Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: - TikTok: - Instagram:
info_outline
125: How to Write a Book When You Just Have an Idea
Your Big Creative Life
If you've got an idea for a novel, how do you turn that into a full-length book? This episode covers the process from a high level (and shares how you can get more help with the rest of the process!) Novel Jumpstart, my program to help you write the first 50 pages of your book in 8 weeks, opens enrollment on April 29! Find the info here: ----- - Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: - TikTok: - Instagram:
info_outline
124: How to Focus and Be Productive When You Have Limited Time
Your Big Creative Life
I'm finally at the end of the busiest time in my business and life. I've been juggling working full-time with taking care of my baby before she was able to get a spot in daycare, which means I had a very limited amount of time! I share four hacks that helped me be productive during these crazy few months. ----- - Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: - TikTok: - Instagram:
info_outline
123: Roadblocks to Telling a Good Story
Your Big Creative Life
There are lots of essential building blocks when it comes to writing a good story, and new writers can often stumble on some of these foundational elements. I break down four roadblocks that can prevent that story from being told in an effective way. ----- - Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: - TikTok: - Instagram:
info_outline
122: If Posting on Social Media Feels Cringey, Here's What to Do
Your Big Creative Life
One of the biggest fears that people have related to posting on social media is being cringey. It's something that can prevent you from reaching your goals because no matter whaat your big creative goal is, social media is probably part of how you get there. In this episode, I offer 5 reframes to help you shift your thinking if creating content just feels hard and cringey. ----- - Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: - TikTok: - Instagram:
info_outline
121: My Go-To Mindset Hacks When Things Feel Hard
Your Big Creative Life
Sometimes things just feel hard -- whether in our writing life or just in life generally. Learn my go-to mindset hacks to help me reframe what's happening, get shit done, and feel better overall. ----- - Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: - TikTok: - Instagram:
info_outline
120: Creating a Believable Romance
Your Big Creative Life
This week's episode covers how to create an authentic, believable romance whether you're writing in the romance genre or writing in another genre with a romantic subplot. ----- - Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: - TikTok: - Instagram:
info_outline
119: How to Decide if Kids Are Part of Your Big Creative Life
Your Big Creative Life
Deciding whether or not to have kids is a huge part of your big creative life! I talk about what helped me decide after being on the fence for years. Plus, hear my birth story & what I'd tell anyone expecting their first baby. ----- - Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: - TikTok: - Instagram:
info_outline
118: 5 Tips to Make Your Writing Better
Your Big Creative Life
If you want to become a stronger writer, there are lots of things you can work on. In this episode, I break down 5 tips to strengthen your writing skills. And if you're looking for a writing course that has in-depth trainings on developing ideas, creating characters, writing dialogue, creating conflict, and more, check out Idea to Book: ----- - Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: - TikTok: - Instagram:
info_outlineWelcome to Blank Page to Book, a podcast for writers and anyone who dreams of someday writing a book. I'm Katie Wolf and each week I'll bring you short, actionable advice on the craft of storytelling, writing your book, editing your manuscript, the business of being a writer, and working through mindset blocks holding you back.
- Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: https://stan.store/
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thekatiewolf
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekatiewolf/