Time to Write

Time to Write

A million things to do and only so many hours in the day. How do you prioritize your writing and author marketing? Welcome to Time to Write, a podcast where professional writers and critique partners, Amy Kelly and Emily Roberson, coach each other (and you!) on everything from time management and writing craft to marketing and social media. By leaning into the magic of mindset, we help you leverage your brain to follow through on YOUR writing aspirations.

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June 3, 2024 26 mins

Why did they do that? Amy and Emily share 10 questions for getting to the heart of your complex characters.


We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.com

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Amy and Emily talk about how to have grace with yourself, stay grounded in reality, AND meet your writing goals when you realize you’ve failed to make time to write.


We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.com


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Amy and Emily consider ways to flip the script on author marketing, moving it from something we hate to something that provides a way to connect with readers and other authors.

We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.com

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May 13, 2024 35 mins

In this encore episode, Amy and Emily discuss making time to write in your already busy schedule.

We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.com

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Amy and Emily talk about navigating the toxic positivity that comes our way from other people (and ourselves) when faced with projects that aren’t working.


We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.com

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April 29, 2024 24 mins

Do you really have to write every day? Amy and Emily tackle a few myths about the writing life. (Hint: perfectionism is NOT the answer!)


We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.com

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Writer's block is a bit like Big Foot - not everyone believes it exists, but those who’ve seen it, know it. Amy and Emily talk about writer's block - what is it and some strategies to get around it, based on Beth Kempton’s The Way of the Fearless Writer.

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We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.c...

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Lions and tigers and flashing cursors, oh my! Amy and Emily talk about the universal fear of starting your book and how to get the courage, heart, and smarts you need to get on your way.


We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.com

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With summer approaching, now is the time to schedule time for a writer's retreat. Why not create your own?

Amy and Emily talk about how to plan your own writing retreat. Whether you’re staying home or traveling far away, they share tips on how to make some time for your writing.

We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to ⁠⁠questions@timetowritepodcast.com⁠⁠

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We may not be Boy Scouts, but their motto fits our conference philosophy - always be prepared. Amy and Emily talk about how to set yourself up for success at your next conference.

We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.com

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Amy and Emily talk about writing contests - how to find them, what to look out for, and why you want to enter them.

We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.com

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Amy and Emily talk about three big fears authors have about online marketing and offer some strategies to get past them.

We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.com

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Amy and Emily talk about how to deliver honest critique kindly. Three tips and tricks for how to help your writing community without having them hate you.

We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.com

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In this craft episode, Amy and Emily talk about where your stories start.

We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.com

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Amy and Emily talk about how to have fun while you’re growing your author platform.

We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.com

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Amy and Emily break down the steps to writing and sending query letters to build your writing career. We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.com ⁠Support Time to Write here.⁠ Find Amy here: Instagram - ⁠@accomplishedauthors⁠ and ⁠@amykellytheishgirl⁠ TikTok - ⁠@theishgirl⁠ Website - ⁠theishgirl.com⁠ Find Emily here: Instagram - ⁠@...
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February 12, 2024 25 mins

Amy and Emily break down the basics of query letters - what are they and what are they for?

We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.com

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Amy and Emily talk about an exciting new way to approach boundary-setting in writing and in life.

We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.com

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Amy and Emily talk about how to rewire your beliefs to help you achieve your writing and life goals.

We discuss mindset, share tools, and give practical next steps. Send questions and ideas for the show to questions@timetowritepodcast.com

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Amy and Emily talk about what to do when you can’t seem to meet your writing and life goals.

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