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đź’ˇ The Writing Ritual: What Does a Self-Publishing Timeline Really Look Like?
Hi Reader, When people hear self-publishing, they often think it’s the faster route. And in many ways, it can be—no agent to wait on, no publisher’s schedule to follow. But “fast” doesn’t mean “instant.” A successful self-publishing journey has its own timeline, and knowing what to expect helps you plan ahead instead of rushing (or stalling). Here’s a simplified breakdown: Drafting & Revising (3–9 months, sometimes longer):Getting your words down and shaping them into a book you’re proud of...
The Writing Ritual: Ready to self publish?
Hi Reader, Last week we talked about traditional publishing—how it works, who it’s for, and what to expect when you're trying to land a book deal. This week, let's talk about self-publishing. It's an option many writers overlook or misunderstand, even though it might be the best path for getting your story into the world. You don’t need anyone’s permission to publish. But you do need a plan. What Is Self-Publishing? Self-publishing means you are in charge. You bring your book into the world...
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đź’ˇ The Writing Ritual: The traditional publishing journey
Hi Reader, Before we dive into this week’s topic, I want to share something important: August will be the final month of The Writing Ritual. Our last session will be Tuesday, August 26th, and you will not be charged again—I’ve already paused all future payments. Ending the group wasn’t an easy decision, but it’s the right one for where I am in my journey. I started The Writing Ritual to help you build a consistent writing practice. And you did. You showed up, even when it was hard. You wrote...
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💡 The Writing Ritual: Basic Care Is Not Optional—It’s a Writing Practice
Hi Reader, This week's newsletter closes out the month of July and our focus on creator wellness. And so I decided to make it practical. Something you can use today. You don’t need another productivity hack.You need a sandwich. A nap. A glass of water (maybe a few...). You need to schedule the doctor's appointment.Call the dentist.Rest yourself.Book the massage (massages are not just a lofty luxury treatment). This week, I want to stop glamorizing “pushing through.”Instead, let's normalize...
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đź’ˇ The Writing Ritual: Supporting your body in transition as a writer
Hi Reader, Let’s tell the truth: creativity doesn’t live in a vacuum.It lives inside your body. And sometimes your body might be tired.Sometimes your body is going through transition. Sometimes your body doesn’t recover like it used to. Because your body is carrying grief, wisdom, or deep hormonal shifts. This week, I want to talk about what it means to write while living in a body that’s changing. Whether you’re navigating menopause, chronic fatigue, stress recovery, or emotional transition,...
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đź’ˇ The Writing Ritual: Rest is part of the process.
Hi Reader, We’ve been conditioned to measure progress by output. Word counts. Page numbers. Deadlines met. But here’s a truth I’ve learned as both a writer and a woman who understands that her time is valuable: Writing slowly is not the enemy of your writing—it's the gateway to your deepest voice. Rest does not equate to laziness. Rest is a craft practice. It’s where your best ideas unfurl without pressure. It’s where clarity enters the room after chaos has left. If you’re feeling foggy,...
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đź’ˇ The Writing Ritual: Creative Seasons... When to Push, When to Pause
Hi Reader, Summer is a strange, beautiful season for writers. Longer days should mean more time to write. But the truth? You’re probably more tired, more distracted, more in need of rest than you want to admit. And that’s not laziness. It’s rhythm. Creativity is seasonal. There are times for generating heat... brainstorms, big word counts, bold outlines. And there are times for letting things rest... marinate, deepen, take root. Right now, many of us are in a season of slow simmer. Take my FB...
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đź’ˇ The Writing Ritual: You Wrote. You Showed Up. That Counts.
Hi Reader, If you sat down this week, even once, breathed, stared at the screen, scribbled a sentence and deleted it… that counts. If you journaled instead of editing your manuscript, or organized your notes instead of writing a chapter, or simply thought about your book in the shower... then guess what... THAT counts too. We’ve been conditioned to measure productivity in pages, word count, and the high of “finished.” But writing, especially the kind we do here in The Writing Ritual, isn’t...
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đź’ˇ The Writing Ritual... Let's Talk Writer Wellbeing
Hi Reader, The world would have you believe that now is not the time to be creative. Not the time to write.Not the time to dream.Not the time to indulge your creativity when there is so much suffering, fear, and instability around us. Bombs are dropping.Jobs are disappearing.People are losing homes.Groceries are becoming more expensive. And yet... here you are.Showing up to write.Invested in your creativity.Claiming space for your voice. This is what's called being a rebellious soul. Because...
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đź’ˇ The Writing Ritual: Writing Our Truth Without Reopening Old Wounds
Hi Reader, I thought today's newsletter would be a great day for us to recognize Juneteenth and what it means for us as Black women writers. What does it mean to tell the truth of your experience without reliving the trauma? There’s a difference between telling your story… and bleeding on the page. Too often, Black writers feel the pressure to perform pain or turn our suffering into something palatable. But I want to remind you that it's possible to tell your stories from a place of wisdom....
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