Your Big Creative Life Katie Wolf
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Welcome to Your Big Creative Life, a podcast for writers and creatives that helps you live your best big creative life, whatever that means for you. I'm Katie Wolf, a writer, book editor, and creator. Join me every week for tips and discussion on writing, mindset, upleveling your life, and anything and everything that will help you achieve your big creative dreams.
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127: The Querying Strategies I Used to Find My Agent(s)
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.)
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- Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: https://stan.store/thekatiewolf
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Mentioned in this episode/querying resources:
Query Tracker: https://querytracker.net/
Publishers Marketplace: https://www.publishersmarketplace.com/
Manuscript Wish List: https://www.manuscriptwishlist.com/
Manuscript Academy: https://manuscriptacademy.com/
Jane Friedman: https://janefriedman.com/
Query Shark: https://queryshark.blogspot.com/
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126: Lessons I've Learned About Writing from Editing
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! https://www.thekatiewolf.com/noveljumpstart
8 spots are available.
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- Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: https://stan.store/thekatiewolf
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thekatiewolf
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekatiewolf/
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125: How to Write a Book When You Just Have an Idea
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: www.thekatiewolf.com/noveljumpstart
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- Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: https://stan.store/thekatiewolf
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thekatiewolf
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekatiewolf/
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124: How to Focus and Be Productive When You Have Limited Time
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.
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- Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: https://stan.store/thekatiewolf
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123: Roadblocks to Telling a Good Story
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.
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- Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: https://stan.store/thekatiewolf
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122: If Posting on Social Media Feels Cringey, Here's What to Do
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.
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- Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: https://stan.store/thekatiewolf
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thekatiewolf
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekatiewolf/
Customer Reviews
Looking to start your writing journey?
If you are just starting out on your writing journey like me then you should add this pod cast to your list. Don’t just listen to her new content, but take the time to go back and listen to her earlier podcasts. They are super helpful giving tips and tricks to help you get that first draft down.
Invaluable advice to anyone writing
If you were searching for significant content related to writing, you have found the place with Katie Wolf & Blank Page to Book! Grateful for her actionable advice and valuable resources.
The place for motivation, inspiration & learning
I love these podcasts! I listen or re-listen to one while exercising each day for motivation, inspiration and learning. Katie is honest, and I truly appreciate this because there are so many myths and misconceptions about what it is to be a writer.