Tag Archives: J. K. Rowling

Reading Rules!

“For some of us, books are as important as almost anything else on earth. What a miracle it is that out of these small, flat, rigid squares of paper unfolds world after world after world, worlds that sing to you, … Continue reading

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Stories Save

“The stories we love best do live in us forever…” J.K. Rowling A tale to warm your heart on a cold winter’s day:* Little Juniper was born weighing only 20 ounces and the odds were against her. Watching her tiny … Continue reading

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Intention Power

“We do not need magic to transform our world. We carry all of the power we need inside ourselves already.”   J.K. Rowling Who better to empower us to enjoy a transformative year of writing than the wildly successful and creative … Continue reading

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No Thing

“Impossible is just a big word thrown around by small men who find it easier to live in the world they’ve been given than to explore the power they have to change it. Impossible is not a fact. It’s an … Continue reading

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Reframing Rocks

Reframing — what a helpful tool! Whether you are struggling with a tough writing patch or feeling helpless and defeated about submitting your novel or story to agents and editors, reframing can set you on the path to success. Reframing … Continue reading

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Harry Helps

“Anything is possible if you’ve got enough nerve.” “‘Harry Potter’ gave me back my self-respect. Harry gave me a job to do that I loved more than anything else.” J.K. Rowling J.K. Rowling has been a source of inspiration and … Continue reading

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Number Twelve

“Rejection doesn’t mean you aren’t good enough; it means the other person failed to notice what you have to offer.” Author Mark Amend My ever-inspiring friend and mentor Coach Mike Tully has been featuring a wonderful series of number-related stories … Continue reading

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Adding Magic

One of the keys to the astonishing success of the Harry Potter series is the adept way in which J.K. Rowling roots the fantastic realm of wizardy in the real, everyday world peopled by the Dursley family and other “muggles.” … Continue reading

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Have Fun!

“Have fun, and write what you love. When J.K. Rowling wrote the first Harry Potter book, and my boss, Arthur A. Levine, bought the American rights, fantasy wasn’t “hot.” Children’s books weren’t “hot.” British books weren’t “hot.” And publishing people … Continue reading

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Trusting Yourself

Just recently, I was talking with a friend about a writing project. She was pondering which of two pieces to submit at an event. At one point she said, “Well, I think I’ll just go with my gut on this.” … Continue reading

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