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Dinah Laprairie
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Book Coach & Editor • Reader • Optimistic Realist • Always Distracted by Delight & Discovery • 🇨🇦
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So pleased to see this review of Liisa’s book as I scrolled! 👏 Her latest book, a work of fiction called Like Water for Weary Souls, was launched on Sunday. I’m immersed in it now!

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November 12, 2025 at 11:25 PM
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I love that people are being recognized for doing good.
jamiewestndp.bsky.social MPP Jamie West (NDP) @jamiewestndp.bsky.social · 10d
What a heartwarming evening we had this week, celebrating Sudbury's Good Neighbours! 🙂 Every year I recognize notable Sudburians for their selflessness, tenacity, excellence and commitment to our community. A big congratulations to everyone! Merci et bravo à tous !
November 12, 2025 at 11:14 PM
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Crime: Man steals bus with passengers on board.

Canadian Crime: He still makes the scheduled stops to let passengers on and off.

Canadian Crime Bonus: He denies boarding to one passenger because his bus pass had expired.

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Man arrested after Ontario transit bus stolen with passengers on board, police say | Globalnews.ca
Hamilton police say a suspect is facing charges after a transit bus was stolen with passengers on board when the driver had exited for a short break.
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November 12, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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I'm presenting at The Empowered Author Summit. It starts Wednesday! 3 days of writing, publishing & promotion strategies. Free to attend:

📅 November 5–7, 2025 | 💻 Free & Online
👉 Register now: empoweredauthorsummit.heysummit.com?sc=cM7repaD&...

#Writing #Selfpublishing #Author #Books
The Empowered Author Summit: Plan, Publish & Promote with Purpose
Three days. Dozens of publishing experts. One mission: To empower indie authors at every stage of...
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November 3, 2025 at 10:03 PM
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When your plans become a date on the calendar. Join me at:

• Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival (in 7 days!)
• The Empowered Author Summit
• Rekindle Creativity Women's Writing Retreat, Spring 2026

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Planning for community: Will you join me?
Coming up: Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival, The Empowered Writer Summit, and our next Rekindle Creativity writing retreat
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October 17, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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Secret writers are everywhere, I’m learning.

Today in my newsletter, I talk to my first book coaching client who took her writing out of her desk drawer and shared it. She transformed into a writer, and now and author.

Tomorrow, a public reading. Secret's out!

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From Secret Draft to Published Book
My Conversation with Kim Sunderland, author of It's All Gonna Be Okay: From Mad & Sad to Calm & Confident
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October 2, 2025 at 2:29 PM
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Why yes, I did need a book about bison and activism this week.
The book cover of Conor Kerr’s novel Prairie Edge.
September 18, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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Beverly Cleary's fictional third grader with an adopted dog named Ribsy made his debut in 1950. Cleary was praised for writing simple, humorous stories that kids wanted to read.
Happy 75th birthday to Henry Huggins, Ramona Quimby's big-kid neighbor
Beverly Cleary's fictional third grader with an adopted dog named Ribsy made his debut in 1950. Cleary was praised for writing simple, humorous stories that kids wanted to read.
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September 10, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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Today's writing tip: Guide Your Reader

1. Imagine your reader. Why do they need your book?

2. Plot your reader's transformation from cover to cover. What must they experience—and when?

3. On paper, list your chapters alongside the reader's transformation. What needs to change?

#writingcommunity
August 6, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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Craftsmanship is timeless. We unearthed this chair, estimated to be at least 110yo now, in the dusty basement of a used furniture store 25 years ago. It continues to please me to no end. Its partner sits in the dining room.

We have no room for them, but I can’t part with them, either.
August 3, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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Current book club read: Gator Queen by Tara Lush. 🐊 I have a feeling our mystery club will like this one! We’ll find out next week.

#BookSky #CozyMystery
August 1, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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Your book is in conversation with the current moment.
Take a moment to imagine that conversation.
How does your book respond to the world right now?

Use your insights to add purpose to your writing or inform your marketing.

#writingcommunity #nonfiction #memoir

Next coaching tip next Wednesday!
July 30, 2025 at 12:52 PM
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This article delighted me to no end.

There are over 100,000 Wikipedia editors! Just walking around among us!

Gift link:
www.theglobeandmail.com/gift/066ea50...
Wikipedia editors, the internet’s nerdy unsung heroes, keep the website one of the last best places online
Free of ads and profit-seeking corporate overlords, and maintained by dedicated volunteers, Wikipedia has consistently ranked as one of the top 10 most visited websites worldwide
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July 26, 2025 at 11:41 PM
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Gothic mansion or hidden library? How do I choose?!
edmondsscanner.bsky.social Edmonds Scanner @edmondsscanner.bsky.social · Jul 25
What would your secret lair look like?

1. gothic mansion on the moors
2. crumbling tower in the woods
3. hidden library within a library
4. haunted riverboat casino
July 26, 2025 at 1:22 PM
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You can tell a Sudbury blueberry from the first taste. Nothing better! 🫐
July 25, 2025 at 9:14 PM
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🍋Make lemonade while the sun shines?

Yesterday I had 45 min for writing. I squeezed it in while I waited to pick up my daughter from class.

☑️Article: done.

I had lemons so I squeezed them.
Lemonade tastes best when fresh. I made hay.

#WritingTips #WritingCommunity #Nonfiction #Memoir
In this graphic, we see a “laptop lawnchair” in the bottom corner, sitting on the grass. The yellows and greens suggest summer, and indeed it is. The text at the top says "Lawn Chair Coaching: Summertime writing tips." Credit goes to www.dinahlaprairie.com In the centre, we read the tip: "Sooner, not later. Don't wait for summer to 'slow down'—it won't. Today, look at your week ahead, and set aside intentional time for your book. A clear plan now creates room to write later." This tip was brought to you by Dinah Laprairie, Book Coach and Editor. I support everyday experts who want to write nonfiction or memoir. Get in touch if you want to write a big-hearted, reader-centered book. Only a few summer coaching spots left → https://bit.ly/summer-spark-plan
July 23, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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Finally reading Demon Copperhead—and highlighting everywhere.

In my margin notes:
“Look at this analogy!”
”Verb tense shifts for tension”
“Why am I so worried right now?”
“Character development in a heartbeat”

Barbara Kingsolver knocks it out of the park. This is why I read.

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Pictures here is an e-reader. On its screen is a fully highlighted page of text. The bottom the screen shows it is page 749 of 1609 from Demon Copperhead
July 23, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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What does your book need right now?

In my new video, I share 3 way writers can use book coaching to make real progress and start the momentum.

Only *three spots left* for summer book coaching. DM or visit my site to apply → bit.ly/summer-spark...

#writingcommunity #nonfiction #memoir
July 21, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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Are you looking for the perfect agent for your work?

Wondering who’d love a project just like yours?

Try our #MSWL search tips for Bluesky and find a fit without leaving the platform!

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How To Search #MSWL On Bluesky: Genre, Comps, Date, Keywords
YouTube video by The Manuscript Academy, LLC
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July 17, 2025 at 9:21 PM
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Today's tip: Imagine the person who is showing up for your book's message: Who are they?

Try it! It makes you imagine your manuscript as a finished book.

Need a place to imagine your reader? Try my workbook:
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#writingcommunity #nonfiction #memoir
In this graphic, we see a “laptop lawnchair” in the bottom corner, sitting on the grass. The yellows and greens suggest summer, and indeed it is. The text at the top says Lawn Chair Coaching: Summertime writing tips. Credit goes to www.dinahlaprairie.com In the centre, we read the tip: "Invite Company: Imagine a real person—curious, confused, hopeful—reading your words. Picture that reader sitting beside you. What do you want to tell them?" This tip was brought to you by Dinah Laprairie, Book Coach and Editor. I support everyday experts who want to write nonfiction or memoir. Get in touch if you want to write a big-hearted, reader-centered book.
July 16, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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One 2-day book coaching spot available for July 16 & 18.
Need clarity, structure, or a plan that works for you?
Let’s make meaningful progress on your book this week.
DM for info or apply via my site.

Link → bit.ly/summer-spark...

#writingcommunity #nonfiction #summerwriting #memoir #bookcoaching
The sun shines down on summer grass, suggesting an energetic day with possibility. Above the grass: “The Summer Spark Writing Plan. Book coaching that fits into summer.” Then: “Available this week: July 16 & 18. Two full days to focus on your book. Apply today.”
July 14, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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On the road this morning, so my reminder is a tad early: The Summer Spark Q&A is today at noon!

If you have questions about summer book coaching, register now and join me at 12ET. Come tell me about your book. No pressure.

Register → linktr.ee/dinahlaprairie

#writingcommunity #memoir #nonfiction
In this illustration, it's a sunny day, and on the grass lies an open laptop and a glass of fresh lemonade. Above, we read these words: Your Book. This Summer. The Summer Spark Writing Plan. In One Hour, Live Q&A. July 11 at noon EST. Register for the Zoom link.
July 11, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Writing nonfiction or memoir?

I'll be on Zoom Friday to answer questions if you're curious about my Summer Spark book coaching.

No pressure. Just come ask questions & see if we're a fit. Tell me about your Book Spark!

Find the links here → linktr.ee/dinahlaprairie

#writingcommunity #memoir
An illustrated sun shines down from the top of this image onto these words: "Your book. This summer. Book coaching that fits into summer. Live Q&A this Friday, July 11 at noon EST. Come find out more! Register for the Zoom link."
July 8, 2025 at 2:33 PM