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Mindfulness for Writers: 3 Keys to Meditating for Success

susieyakowicz

Aug 2, 20192 min read

Mindfulness for Writers: 3 Keys to Meditating for Success

If you haven’t jumped on the mindfulness bandwagon yet, it might be time to hop aboard. Mindfulness has many proven benefits, from...

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susieyakowicz

Jul 1, 20192 min read

Writing Tools to Take on Vacation

Vacation is a time relax and leave your work behind, right? Not so fast. If you’re a writer, you’ll always take a piece of your work with...

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susieyakowicz

Jun 6, 20193 min read

Summer Reading Ideas for Writers

Sunshine and warm days. It’s the perfect setting for doing the one thing every writer should do: read. Not only can you unwind with a...

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10 Ways to Practice Writing That Will Pay Off Big

susieyakowicz

May 6, 20193 min read

10 Ways to Practice Writing That Will Pay Off Big

Writer’s block is something every writer faces from time to time. But while it’s a common problem that can get in the way of productivity...

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Captivate the Kids: How to Write Engaging Nonfiction Articles for Children

susieyakowicz

Apr 11, 20197 min read

Captivate the Kids: How to Write Engaging Nonfiction Articles for Children

Sports are a favorite nonfiction article topic for kids If you ask children whether fiction or nonfiction is more fun to read, most will...

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2019 Spring Writing Events for Minnesota Students

susieyakowicz

Feb 22, 20193 min read

2019 Spring Writing Events for Minnesota Students

Spring will soon be upon Minnesota, and along with the warm sunshine, puddles of melting snow, and return of the red-winged black birds...

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Write with the Heart: How to Put Emotion in Your Writing

susieyakowicz

Feb 6, 20192 min read

Write with the Heart: How to Put Emotion in Your Writing

Wish you could put more emotion in your writing? If you’re worried you’ll sound unprofessional or you’re just plain uncomfortable showing...

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susieyakowicz

Jan 1, 20192 min read

New Year, New Writer

With a fresh year approaching, how about taking a fresh challenge: drop your old, worn-out writing habits and adopt a new approach to...

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Christmas Cookie Recipe Writing: How to Craft an Irresistible Holiday Treat

susieyakowicz

Nov 1, 20182 min read

Christmas Cookie Recipe Writing: How to Craft an Irresistible Holiday Treat

Before you know it, the holidays will be here. For those of us writers-who-like-to-bake, that means one thing: it’s time to start...

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susieyakowicz

Sep 16, 20182 min read

Emphasis on the Em Dash in Writing

Everyone’s got a favorite punctuation mark. As for me, I like the em dash. Seems like I often have something extra to say at the end of a...

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Want to Give Your Writing a Boost? Plan a Fall Vacation

susieyakowicz

Aug 13, 20182 min read

Want to Give Your Writing a Boost? Plan a Fall Vacation

Summer’s nearing an end and it’s time to start thinking about hitting the keyboard full force. But while you’re busy collecting ideas for...

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6 Tips for Writing Cash-Worthy Web Content

susieyakowicz

Jul 24, 20183 min read

6 Tips for Writing Cash-Worthy Web Content

Blog and website owners are always in need of professionally-written web content, which is good news for freelance writers. Not only is...

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How to Get Started Journaling: Five Fearless Tips

susieyakowicz

May 29, 20183 min read

How to Get Started Journaling: Five Fearless Tips

Have you been wanting to start journaling but can’t seem to take the first step? Maybe you’re worried you don’t have anything to write...

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Summer in Minnesota: No Better Time and Place to Begin a Writing Career

susieyakowicz

Apr 18, 20182 min read

Summer in Minnesota: No Better Time and Place to Begin a Writing Career

Ready to delve into a writing career? Make summer in Minnesota the time and place you begin. These three tips will help you get started:...

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Want Stammer-free Grammar? Try These Tips

susieyakowicz

Feb 1, 20182 min read

Want Stammer-free Grammar? Try These Tips

In today’s world of loose rules and anything-goes sentence structure, bad grammar often gets a pass. But using effective grammar is...

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The Non-sedentary Writer: How to Slip Exercise into Your Writing Schedule

susieyakowicz

Jan 3, 20182 min read

The Non-sedentary Writer: How to Slip Exercise into Your Writing Schedule

Want to get more exercise this year? Join the crowd. Getting in shape has long been a top New Year’s resolution. But writing, like other...

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12 Volunteer Writing Ideas for Year-End Giving

susieyakowicz

Nov 30, 20173 min read

12 Volunteer Writing Ideas for Year-End Giving

If you’re thinking about doing some charitable giving this holiday season, why not give the gift you know best—writing? There are many...

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Is Your Writing Quality Slipping? Try These Five Easy Fixes

susieyakowicz

Sep 29, 20172 min read

Is Your Writing Quality Slipping? Try These Five Easy Fixes

Every writer has produced work they’re not proud of. But if you’re on a pattern of poor writing, don’t get discouraged. Chances are...

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Fall Writing: Prepare for a Successful Season

susieyakowicz

Aug 31, 20172 min read

Fall Writing: Prepare for a Successful Season

Fall is almost here, but are you prepared for a new season of writing? If not, there’s no time to waste. Whether you’ve been punching...

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susieyakowicz

Aug 1, 20172 min read

Semicolons: Nothing Semi About Them

Here are five things you need to know about semicolons. Use them mindfully, and see why there’s nothing semi about them. They’re...

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SUSIE YAKOWICZ

Freelance Writer