The Kate and Abbie Show

Are you ready to write faster than you ever have? Ready to charge into your writing projects with reckless creativity and write more words than you thought possible? In today's podcast, Kate and I will share our top 10 unique writing hacks for getting more words on the page FASTER (without rushing!) Grab a notebook and get ready to be inspired. Let's go! WATCH THE MUSE CHALLENGE SUMMIT REPLAY: https://www.patreon.com/posts/your-time-to-119319412 🖥️TAKE MY SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/teachmescrivener 💵GET 20% OFF SCRIVENER - USE CODE "ABBIE" → https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=abbie26 ________________________________ Subscribe for more episodes of #TheKateAndAbbieShow! Make Your Story Matter™ and make your author dreams come true… new videos every Wednesday. ✨ V A L U A B L E R E S O U R C E S✨ ❤️GET BONUS CONTENT + SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL: https://www.patreon.com/abbieemmons 📚READ MY BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3Ivk0Gr ✏️TAKE MY EDITING MASTERCLASS: https://www.learnfromabbie.com/p/edit-your-book-like-a-pro 💬TAKE MY BOOK BLURB MASTERCLASS: https://www.learnfromabbie.com/p/how-to-craft-a-bestseller-book-blurb 📓GET MY FREE WRITING TEMPLATES: https://abbieemmons.ck.page/make-your-story-matter 🎤LISTEN TO MY PODCAST WITH MY SISTER: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kate-and-abbie-show 🎥 MY GEAR + WRITING TOOLS: https://abbieemmonsauthor.com/my-gear 🎵 I GET ALL MY MUSIC FROM EPIDEMIC SOUND… CLAIM YOUR 60-DAY FREE TRIAL HERE: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/v02bl3/ MORE VIDEOS YOU WOULD LIKE: → WHAT TO WRITE ABOUT WHEN YOU’RE BORED https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_3PL1a4K7E&t=809s → THE ULTIMATE CHARACTER PROFILE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1W5DSOlPrw&t=198s → WRITERS REACT TO WRITERS IN MOVIES https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bY01DOIVWwY&t=803s → MY CHAPTER-BY-CHAPTER OUTLINING METHOD https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqTnmNjkaec&t=434s

Whether you're embarking on a New Year's goal or you're getting ready to tackle a big writing project whose time has come, Abbie and I are here to share with you our secrets for writing the book of your dreams FAST. We believe that writing a book doesn't have to be a never-ending project or a pipe dream; in fact, it can be something that you finish within 1-3 months. It's time to STOP putting your writing dreams on hold... and dive in! Let's go! ✨ SIGN UP FOR THE "YOUR TIME TO WRITE" JANUARY CHALLENGE: www.patreon.com/kaemmons

Do you struggle to commit to creative time every day? Are you ready to build a writing habit that lasts long after NaNoWriMo ends? In today's podcast, we're sharing our best advice for creating a bulletproof writing habit that sticks. So if you've been struggling to show up for your book, this episode will give you the tools you need to make writing a daily habit. Grab a notebook and let's get started! ✨ Get 30% OFF The Writer's Wellness Journey when you purchase with full payment. USE CODE: NANO2024 at checkout. Get access here: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/wellness-for-writers 🌿 Enroll in Kate's incredible platform for creatives, Rewildest Life here: https://rewildestlife.com/ Subscribe for more episodes of #TheKateAndAbbieShow! Make Your Story Matter™ and make your author dreams come true… new videos every Wednesday. ✨ V A L U A B L E R E S O U R C E S✨ ❤️SUPPORT THE KATE AND ABBIE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow 📚READ ABBIE'S BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3Ivk0Gr 📚READ KATE'S BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3WKDP4D 🖥️TAKE MY SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/teachmescrivener ✏️TAKE MY EDITING MASTERCLASS: https://www.learnfromabbie.com/p/edit-your-book-like-a-pro 💬TAKE MY BOOK BLURB MASTERCLASS: https://www.learnfromabbie.com/p/how-to-craft-a-bestseller-book-blurb 📓GET MY FREE WRITING TEMPLATES: https://abbieemmons.ck.page/make-your-story-matter 💵GET 20% OFF SCRIVENER - USE CODE "ABBIE" → https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=abbie26 🎤LISTEN TO MY PODCAST WITH MY SISTER: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kate-and-abbie-show 🎥 MY GEAR + WRITING TOOLS: https://abbieemmonsauthor.com/my-gear 🎵 I GET ALL MY MUSIC FROM EPIDEMIC SOUND… CLAIM YOUR 60-DAY FREE TRIAL HERE: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/v02bl3/

Writing a novel (or 50k words) in one month comes with unique challenges. Whether you're embarking on the adventure of tackling NaNoWriMo 2024 or simply starting a new literary endeavor, we're here to help you prepare yourself to write your best novel. We will cut through the clutter and overwhelm and focus on the FEW vital things that will help you write more words this November. So grab a notebook and a cup of coffee, and let's get into it! ✨ Get 30% OFF The Writer's Wellness Journey when you purchase with full payment. USE CODE: NANO2024 at checkout. Get access here: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/wellness-for-writers 🌿 Enroll in Kate's incredible platform for creatives, Rewildest Life here: https://rewildestlife.com/ Subscribe for more episodes of #TheKateAndAbbieShow! Make Your Story Matter™ and make your author dreams come true… new videos every Wednesday. ✨ V A L U A B L E R E S O U R C E S✨ ❤️SUPPORT THE KATE AND ABBIE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow 📚READ ABBIE'S BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3Ivk0Gr 📚READ KATE'S BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3WKDP4D 🖥️TAKE MY SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/teachmescrivener ✏️TAKE MY EDITING MASTERCLASS: https://www.learnfromabbie.com/p/edit-your-book-like-a-pro 💬TAKE MY BOOK BLURB MASTERCLASS: https://www.learnfromabbie.com/p/how-to-craft-a-bestseller-book-blurb 📓GET MY FREE WRITING TEMPLATES: https://abbieemmons.ck.page/make-your-story-matter 💵GET 20% OFF SCRIVENER - USE CODE "ABBIE" → https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=abbie26 🎤LISTEN TO MY PODCAST WITH MY SISTER: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kate-and-abbie-show 🎥 MY GEAR + WRITING TOOLS: https://abbieemmonsauthor.com/my-gear 🎵 I GET ALL MY MUSIC FROM EPIDEMIC SOUND… CLAIM YOUR 60-DAY FREE TRIAL HERE: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/v02bl3/

Is it possible to write "insta-love" romance that actually feels believable and earned? That's the big question we're tackling in today's podcast. We'll explore six powerful tried-and-true methods for making your couple's relationship feel well-developed and compelling, even if you're working with a short timeline for your story. So, if you need two characters to fall in love quickly... this episode is for you. Buying our books is the best way to support us as artists! 📚 KATE’S BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3YOkP6s 📚ABBIE’S BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3Ivk0Gr ➡️ Join the Patreon and get access to exclusive live hangout sessions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ Like this episode? Give us a thumbs up, subscribe, and tell us what you thought. Kate's 7-Day Meditative Journey for Writers: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/writers-reset-7-day-meditative-journey ✏️TAKE ABBIE'S SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/teachmescrivener 💻GET 20% OFF SCRIVENER - USE CODE "ABBIE" → https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=abbie26 GET ABBIE'S SCRIVENER THEMES: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/pack-of-7-custom-scrivener-themes/ Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter)

Do you want to write flawed, lovable, and relatable characters? In this new podcast episode, we're exploring five simple techniques for making your characters more unique and realistic by giving them vices and virtues that will make your readers fall in love. Ready to take your characters to the next level? Grab a notebook, and let's dive into this discussion! ________________________________ Buying our books is the best way to support us as artists! 📚 KATE’S BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3YOkP6s 📚ABBIE’S BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3Ivk0Gr ➡️ Join the Patreon and get access to exclusive live hangout sessions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ Subscribe for more episodes of #TheKateAndAbbieShow! Make Your Story Matter™ and make your author dreams come true… new videos every Wednesday. ✨ V A L U A B L E R E S O U R C E S✨ ❤️GET BONUS CONTENT + SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL: https://www.patreon.com/abbieemmons 📚READ MY BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3Ivk0Gr 🖥️TAKE MY SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/teachmescrivener ✏️TAKE MY EDITING MASTERCLASS: https://www.learnfromabbie.com/p/edit-your-book-like-a-pro 💬TAKE MY BOOK BLURB MASTERCLASS: https://www.learnfromabbie.com/p/how-to-craft-a-bestseller-book-blurb 📓GET MY FREE WRITING TEMPLATES: https://abbieemmons.ck.page/make-your-story-matter 💵GET 20% OFF SCRIVENER - USE CODE "ABBIE" → https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=abbie26 🎤LISTEN TO MY PODCAST WITH MY SISTER: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kate-and-abbie-show 🎥 MY GEAR + WRITING TOOLS: https://abbieemmonsauthor.com/my-gear 🎵 I GET ALL MY MUSIC FROM EPIDEMIC SOUND… CLAIM YOUR 60-DAY FREE TRIAL HERE: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/v02bl3/

Do you want to kick your story off with a bang and captivate your readers in chapter one? The secret is to make us care about your characters and write an explosive inciting incident within those crucial first few pages of your story. That's why, in today's podcast, we're exploring how to shove your characters outside their comfort zone in the first chapter of your book and keep your readers turning pages until the final chapter. Let's dive into this! Want to read some fantastic examples of the inciting incident in chapter one? Check out our books! 📚 KATE’S BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3YOkP6s 📚ABBIE’S BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3Ivk0Gr Buying our books is the best way to support us as artists! ➡️ Join the Patreon and get access to exclusive live hangout sessions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ Like this episode? Give us a thumbs up, subscribe, and tell us what you thought. Kate's 7-Day Meditative Journey for Writers: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/writers-reset-7-day-meditative-journey ✏️TAKE ABBIE'S SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/teachmescrivener 💻GET 20% OFF SCRIVENER - USE CODE "ABBIE" → https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=abbie26 GET ABBIE'S SCRIVENER THEMES: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/pack-of-7-custom-scrivener-themes/ Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter)

Is your dialogue falling flat, sounding repetitive, or feeling forced? Do you want to elevate your dialogue-writing skills but don’t know where to begin? In this new podcast episode, Kate and I reveal three game-changing tips to transform dull dialogue into compelling conversations—as well as how to pinpoint problem areas so that you can take your story to the next level! Grab a notebook, and let’s dive into this discussion. Comment below and join the discussion! What is one valuable lesson you've learned about writing dialogue? FOLLOW KATE FOR MORE PODCAST CONTENT LIKE THIS 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@KAEmmons ❤️SUPPORT THE KATE AND ABBIE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow 📚READ ABBIE'S BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3Ivk0Gr 📚READ KATE'S BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3WKDP4D

The "aha moment" is one of the most important parts of your ENTIRE story! In this episode, we're diving into your character's realization and transformation... and how to leave a lasting impact on your audience. This is YOUR moment – the reason why you wanted to write this story in the first place! We're going to break this down step-by-step. So grab a notebook and let's get started! ➡️ Join the Patreon and get access to exclusive live hangout sessions: www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow 📚READ ABBIE'S BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3Ivk0Gr 📚READ KATE'S BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3WKDP4D

Are you a young writer or just a beginner, and you’re feeling...overwhelmed? If so, you’re not alone. Kate and I are both familiar with the feeling of starting out on this writing journey and feeling pulled in a hundred different directions. How do you know if your writing is any good? When should you publish your first novel? How do you edit your own work and become better? In this podcast, we’re tackling all the toughest struggles new writers face and providing valuable insight that has helped us grow, improve, and write books that have a positive impact on our readers. So if you’re a student writer or an older adult just beginning your writing journey, this episode of The Kate and Abbie Show is for you! Grab a notebook and let’s get started. 📚Buying our books is the best way to support us as artists! 📚 Get Kate's first book, The Blood Race here: https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Race-K-Emmons/dp/1521963304/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659992894&sr=8-1 Get Abbie's first book, 100 Days of Sunlight here: https://www.amazon.com/100-Days-Sunlight-Abbie-Emmons/dp/1733973311/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659993030&sr=1-1 ✨ DON'T MISS OUR CO-WRITTEN SERIES RELEASE - sign up for the waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/kaemmons.com/kate-abbies-co-write-waiting-list Read Abbie's new book, The Otherworld: https://www.amazon.com/Otherworld-Abbie-Emmons-ebook/dp/B0CB9G22D9 ➡️ Join the Patreon and get access to exclusive live hangout sessions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ Kate's 7-Day Meditative Journey for Writers: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/writers-reset-7-day-meditative-journey ✏️TAKE ABBIE'S SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/teachmescrivener 📓GET ABBIE'S FREE WRITING TEMPLATES: http://eepurl.com/gFYD8z 💻GET 20% OFF SCRIVENER - USE CODE "ABBIE" → https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=abbie26 GET ABBIE'S SCRIVENER THEMES: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/pack-of-7-custom-scrivener-themes/

Do you want to design a book cover that stops your readers in their tracks and instantly pulls them in? Are you struggling to figure out where to even begin with cover design? If so, today's podcast is for you. In this episode, Kate and I will divulge our best tips and techniques for designing a show-stopping cover — whether you're flying solo or working with a cover designer. We'll share what we've learned on our publishing journey so that you can avoid the worst pitfalls and design a book cover you're proud of for years to come. Ready to dive into this discussion? Grab a notebook, and let's get started! Get access to exclusive livestream hangouts when you support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/

Do you ever compare your writing to others and feel like you just don't measure up? Does self-doubt ever make you want to throw your manuscript into the trash bin? Are you feeling discouraged because you're not where you want to be in your writing/publishing journey? If so, you’re not alone. These are mental battles that plague writers everywhere… And that’s why, in this episode of the Kate and Abbie Show, we’re not just offering fluffy words of motivation but concrete action steps that you can implement right now to overcome self-doubt for good. Ready to transform your mindset and become an invincible author? Grab a notebook and let’s get into this. ✨ Start Kate's Wellness For Writers course here: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/wellness-for-writers Kate's latest video on creativity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aP4SrRDLDsg ✨ DON'T MISS OUR CO-WRITTEN SERIES RELEASE - sign up for the waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/kaemmons.com/kate-abbies-co-write-waiting-list Read Abbie's new book, The Otherworld: https://www.amazon.com/Otherworld-Abbie-Emmons-ebook/dp/B0CB9G22D9 ➡️ Join the Patreon and get access to exclusive live hangout sessions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ Kate's 7-Day Meditative Journey for Writers: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/writers-reset-7-day-meditative-journey ✏️TAKE ABBIE'S SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/teachmescrivener 📓GET ABBIE'S FREE WRITING TEMPLATES: http://eepurl.com/gFYD8z 💻GET 20% OFF SCRIVENER - USE CODE "ABBIE" → https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=abbie26 GET ABBIE'S SCRIVENER THEMES: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/pack-of-7-custom-scrivener-themes/ 📚Buying our books is the best way to support us as artists! 📚 Get my first book, The Blood Race here: https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Race-K-Emmons/dp/1521963304/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659992894&sr=8-1 Get Abbie's first book, 100 Days of Sunlight here: https://www.amazon.com/100-Days-Sunlight-Abbie-Emmons/dp/1733973311/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659993030&sr=1-1 Like this episode? Give us a thumbs up, subscribe, and tell us what you thought. Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/

Crafting a fictional setting, also known as world-building, is a crucial aspect of any good story. A well-crafted setting has the power to capture our attention and transport us into the world of the characters. However, if you reveal your world in the wrong way, you risk boring your readers and overwhelming them with information. In today's podcast, Kate and I will discuss the do's and don'ts of world-building. We'll highlight common mistakes that many writers make and provide tips on how to avoid these pitfalls. Our aim is to help you create an immersive, unique, and captivating fictional setting that will keep your readers engaged until the very last page. We'll share powerful techniques to take your world-building to the next level and make your story unforgettable. SAVE YOUR SPOT AT THE LIVE TRAINING: https://mailchi.mp/abbiee/worldbuilding  SHOW NOTES: ✍️How to World-Build Like a Boss: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54I6nKUg-Oo&t=404s  ✍️How to Craft an Awesome Magic System: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HiQJyNBFaJg&t=1313s  ✍️Good vs Bad Inciting Incidents: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHByWwzcj04&t=363s  ✍️How to Write the First Plot Point: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5olLwyjec5I  VALUABLE RESOURCES: ❤️GET BONUS CONTENT + SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ 🖥️TAKE MY SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/teachmescrivener  ✏️TAKE MY MASTERCLASS ON EDITING: https://www.learnfromabbie.com/p/edit-your-book-like-a-pro 💬TAKE MY BOOK BLURB MASTERCLASS: https://www.learnfromabbie.com/p/how-to-craft-a-bestseller-book-blurb 📓GET MY FREE WRITING TEMPLATES: http://eepurl.com/gFYD8z 💵GET 20% OFF SCRIVENER - USE CODE "ABBIE" → https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=abbie26 

Are you struggling to find the time to write? Do you feel like you just can't get enough words down? This year, all that can change. In this podcast episode, Kate and I will share simple but powerful techniques that can help you overcome this challenge. We'll dive into developing personalized habits, finding an accountability partner, cultivating a daily habit of creativity, and committing to your writing in 2024. Tune in to learn strategies that could transform your writing routine and boost your word count this year!

You asked us writing questions... and we are here to answer them! In this end-of-year special episode of The Kate & Abbie Show, we're sitting down and tackling your toughest writing struggles, offering insightful tips and tricks that have helped us throughout the years to build successful and joyful author careers. So grab your favorite cozy blanket and something yummy to drink...and let's dive into this discussion! Are you writing anything new in 2024? Comment below and tell us about it! Subscribe for more episodes of #TheKateAndAbbieShow

Every writer faces it at one time or another: doubt, discouragement, fear, hesitation… the feeling of wanting to give up on your novel. Sometimes we reach a point in the writing process where we ask ourselves: is it even worth it to keep going? We writers are introspective by nature, but sometimes our reckless imaginations come back to bite us when we start to think that our books aren't worth finishing. In this new podcast, Kate and I are here to give you 7 REALLY GOOD REASONS to not give up on your story! Whether you’re in the middle of NaNoWriMo or chipping away at a work-in-progress, this episode is sure to encourage and inspire you to keep writing your book… even when you don’t feel like it. Are you writing anything for #NaNoWriMo2023? Comment below and tell us about it! Subscribe for more episodes of #TheKateAndAbbieShow 🧠 CHECK OUT KATE'S MEDITATIONS FOR WRITERS Start the Writer's Wellness Course here 👉 https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/wellness-for-writers ✨ DON'T MISS OUR CO-WRITTEN SERIES RELEASE - sign up for the waitlist here Read Abbie's new book, The Otherworld ➡️ Join the Patreon and get access to exclusive live hangout sessions ✏️TAKE ABBIE'S SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS 📓GET ABBIE'S FREE WRITING TEMPLATES 💻GET 20% OFF SCRIVENER - USE CODE "ABBIE" GET ABBIE'S SCRIVENER THEMES: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/pack-of-7-custom-scrivener-themes/ 📚Buying our books is the best way to support us as artists! 📚 Get my first book, The Blood Race here: https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Race-K-Emmons/dp/1521963304/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659992894&sr=8-1 Get Abbie's book, 100 Days of Sunlight here: https://www.amazon.com/100-Days-Sunlight-Abbie-Emmons/dp/1733973311/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659993030&sr=1-1 Like this episode? Give us a thumbs up, subscribe, and tell us what you thought. Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/

We’re nearly halfway through NaNoWriMo! A lot of writers experience a creative lull during the halfway point of a writing project — also known as the “mushy middle” 😰 when you might be feeling burnt out or lacking creativity. That’s why, in this new podcast, Kate and I are tackling one of the most daunting challenges any writer can face: writer's block. It's a universal struggle, that overwhelming feeling of being stuck… the frustratingly blank page that seems impossible to fill. We understand how this can be particularly stressful during NaNoWriMo, when you're racing against the clock to meet your word count goals. But fear not, we're here to help! This podcast episode is designed to guide you through overcoming writer's block, cultivating a creative mindset, and keeping those words flowing. Tune in for practical tips, inspiring advice, and the motivation you need to keep going, even when the going gets tough. 🧠 CHECK OUT KATE'S MEDITATIONS FOR WRITERS: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpI8xqq0IZs7jb3-xEOcWiQD-AWnXxwnn&si=bB_cPnpKeURQT_V8 Start the Writer's Wellness Course here 👉 https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/wellness-for-writers ✨ DON'T MISS OUR CO-WRITTEN SERIES RELEASE - sign up for the waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/kaemmons.com/kate-abbies-co-write-waiting-list Read Abbie's new book, The Otherworld: https://www.amazon.com/Otherworld-Abbie-Emmons-ebook/dp/B0CB9G22D9 ➡️ Join the Patreon and get access to exclusive live hangout sessions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ Kate's 7-Day Meditative Journey for Writers: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/writers-reset-7-day-meditative-journey ✏️TAKE ABBIE'S SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/teachmescrivener GET ABBIE'S SCRIVENER THEMES: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/pack-of-7-custom-scrivener-themes/ 📚Buying our books is the best way to support us as artists! 📚 Get my first book, The Blood Race here: https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Race-K-Emmons/dp/1521963304/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659992894&sr=8-1 Get Abbie's book, 100 Days of Sunlight here: https://www.amazon.com/100-Days-Sunlight-Abbie-Emmons/dp/1733973311/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659993030&sr=1-1 Like this episode? Give us a thumbs up, subscribe, and tell us what you thought. Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/

One of the most daunting hurdles for writers is finding the time to sit down and write. 😩🕒 Kate and I understand the struggle of juggling various responsibilities and still trying to squeeze in some time for writing. That's why, in today’s podcast, we’re sharing our best tips for building an unstoppable writing habit and avoiding distractions. We’re also going to share our top 4 hacks for staying focused! 🧠 Keeping your concentration sharp is vital to ensure you're making the most out of your writing time. Our goal is to help you write consistently every day, especially during this National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). 📚 We believe that writing should be a joyous journey, not a chore. So, listen in, apply these tips, and get ready to have the time of your life writing your next book! 😄🎉 Are you writing anything for #NaNoWriMo2023? Comment below and tell us about it! Subscribe for more episodes of #TheKateAndAbbieShow ✨ DON'T MISS OUR CO-WRITTEN SERIES RELEASE - sign up for the waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/kaemmons.com/kate-abbies-co-write-waiting-list Read Abbie's new book, The Otherworld: https://www.amazon.com/Otherworld-Abbie-Emmons-ebook/dp/B0CB9G22D9 Enroll in Kate's NEW Writer's Wellness Journey course: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/wellness-for-writers ➡️ Join the Patreon and get access to exclusive live hangout sessions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ 📖 PRE-ORDER ABBIE'S NEW BOOK, THE OTHERWORLD: https://www.amazon.com/Otherworld-Abbie-Emmons-ebook/dp/B0CB9G22D9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2YHBQ6JBZPSVY&keywords=abbie+emmons+the+otherworld&qid=1689030838&sprefix=abbie+emmons+the+otherworld%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-1 Kate's 7-Day Meditative Journey for Writers: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/writers-reset-7-day-meditative-journey ✏️TAKE ABBIE'S SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/teachmescrivener 📓GET ABBIE'S FREE WRITING TEMPLATES: http://eepurl.com/gFYD8z 💻GET 20% OFF SCRIVENER - USE CODE "ABBIE" → https://a.paddle.com/v2/click/49535/117669?link=1570 GET ABBIE'S SCRIVENER THEMES: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/pack-of-7-custom-scrivener-themes/ 📚Buying our books is the best way to support us as artists! 📚 Get my first book, The Blood Race here: https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Race-K-Emmons/dp/1521963304/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659992894&sr=8-1 Get Abbie's book, 100 Days of Sunlight here: https://www.amazon.com/100-Days-Sunlight-Abbie-Emmons/dp/1733973311/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659993030&sr=1-1 Like this episode? Give us a thumbs up, subscribe, and tell us what you thought. Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/

There's one big mistake I often see many new writers make… a mistake that can ruin your whole story and end your author career before it even begins. (No exaggeration.) This mistake has destroyed many writers who could have been great, if they had just done this ONE THING differently. What is this mistake? That's the big question we are unpacking and addressing in today's new episode of The Kate And Abbie Show! Join the discussion as we dig into this costly mistake that new writers make and what to do instead so that you write a spellbinding story that will impact readers around the world! Are you writing anything for #NaNoWriMo2023? Comment below and tell us about it! Subscribe for more episodes of #TheKateAndAbbieShow ✨ DON'T MISS OUR CO-WRITTEN SERIES RELEASE - sign up for the waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/kaemmons.com/kate-abbies-co-write-waiting-list PRE-ORDER Abbie's new book, The Otherworld: https://www.amazon.com/Otherworld-Abbie-Emmons-ebook/dp/B0CB9G22D9 Enroll in Kate's NEW Writer's Wellness Journey course: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/wellness-for-writers ➡️ Join the Patreon and get access to exclusive live hangout sessions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ 📖 PRE-ORDER ABBIE'S NEW BOOK, THE OTHERWORLD: https://www.amazon.com/Otherworld-Abbie-Emmons-ebook/dp/B0CB9G22D9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2YHBQ6JBZPSVY&keywords=abbie+emmons+the+otherworld&qid=1689030838&sprefix=abbie+emmons+the+otherworld%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-1 Kate's 7-Day Meditative Journey for Writers: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/writers-reset-7-day-meditative-journey ✏️TAKE ABBIE'S SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/teachmescrivener 📓GET ABBIE'S FREE WRITING TEMPLATES: http://eepurl.com/gFYD8z 💻GET 20% OFF SCRIVENER - USE CODE "ABBIE" → https://a.paddle.com/v2/click/49535/117669?link=1570 GET ABBIE'S SCRIVENER THEMES: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/pack-of-7-custom-scrivener-themes/ 📚Buying our books is the best way to support us as artists! 📚 Get my first book, The Blood Race here: https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Race-K-Emmons/dp/1521963304/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659992894&sr=8-1 Get Abbie's book, 100 Days of Sunlight here: https://www.amazon.com/100-Days-Sunlight-Abbie-Emmons/dp/1733973311/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659993030&sr=1-1 Like this episode? Give us a thumbs up, subscribe, and tell us what you thought. Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/

Preptober starts now! Are you preparing to write your novel for NaNoWriMo 2023, but you're not sure where to start? We believe that everyone's process is different -- and that's why, in today's podcast, Kate and I are sharing out perspectives and best advice for bringing joy and creative inspiration to the story-planning journey. Grab your notebook and a cup of coffee, and let's get ready to write something amazing this November! 📖☕️✨ #NaNo #NaNoWriMo2023 #Preptober WANT TO DIVE DEEPER INTO OUTLINING? Check out my 2-part live training on plotting a novel start to finish: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/addictive-plot ✨ DON'T MISS OUR CO-WRITTEN SERIES RELEASE - sign up for the waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/kaemmons.com/kate-abbies-co-write-waiting-list PRE-ORDER Abbie's new book, The Otherworld: https://www.amazon.com/Otherworld-Abbie-Emmons-ebook/dp/B0CB9G22D9 Enroll in Kate's NEW Writer's Wellness Journey course: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/wellness-for-writers ➡️ Join the Patreon and get access to exclusive live hangout sessions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ 📖 PRE-ORDER ABBIE'S NEW BOOK, THE OTHERWORLD: https://www.amazon.com/Otherworld-Abbie-Emmons-ebook/dp/B0CB9G22D9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2YHBQ6JBZPSVY&keywords=abbie+emmons+the+otherworld&qid=1689030838&sprefix=abbie+emmons+the+otherworld%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-1 Kate's 7-Day Meditative Journey for Writers: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/writers-reset-7-day-meditative-journey ✏️TAKE ABBIE'S SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/teachmescrivener 📓GET ABBIE'S FREE WRITING TEMPLATES: http://eepurl.com/gFYD8z 💻GET 20% OFF SCRIVENER - USE CODE "ABBIE" → https://a.paddle.com/v2/click/49535/117669?link=1570 GET ABBIE'S SCRIVENER THEMES: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/pack-of-7-custom-scrivener-themes/ 📚Buying our books is the best way to support us as artists! 📚 Get my first book, The Blood Race here: https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Race-K-Emmons/dp/1521963304/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659992894&sr=8-1 Get Abbie's book, 100 Days of Sunlight here: https://www.amazon.com/100-Days-Sunlight-Abbie-Emmons/dp/1733973311/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659993030&sr=1-1 Like this episode? Give us a thumbs up, subscribe, and tell us what you thought. Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/