Rochelle Melander
@writenowcoach.bsky.social
I'm an ICF certified writing & ADHD coach, Teaching Artist, and the author of many books, including the award-winning MIGHTIER THAN THE SWORD. Member of #SCBWI, #12x12, #ASJA. Find me online at https://writenowcoach.com/
Distracted and in need a little support to get your work done? Try Show Up and Write this Thursday: writenowcoach.com/show-up-and-...
November 11, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Distracted and in need a little support to get your work done? Try Show Up and Write this Thursday: writenowcoach.com/show-up-and-...
This might be the perfect time to write your memoir. Read how Elaine Blanchard went from writing one-woman plays to penning her memoir: writenowcoach.com/writerswork-... #writingcommunity #memoir
November 4, 2025 at 3:51 PM
This might be the perfect time to write your memoir. Read how Elaine Blanchard went from writing one-woman plays to penning her memoir: writenowcoach.com/writerswork-... #writingcommunity #memoir
Celebrate National Author's Day by reading a banned book. #writingcommunity #writingtip
November 1, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Celebrate National Author's Day by reading a banned book. #writingcommunity #writingtip
What do you do when the world is in chaos? Legend has it, when Martin Luther was asked what he'd do if the world was ending, he said: "Plant a tree." If you're a writer, write. An artist? Create. writenowcoach.com/when-the-wor... #writingcommunity
October 28, 2025 at 5:53 PM
What do you do when the world is in chaos? Legend has it, when Martin Luther was asked what he'd do if the world was ending, he said: "Plant a tree." If you're a writer, write. An artist? Create. writenowcoach.com/when-the-wor... #writingcommunity
If you've ever wanted to write middle grade, you won't want to miss this interview with @silviaacevedo.com about how she wrote her newest book: writenowcoach.com/writerswork-... #writingcommunity #kidlit
October 21, 2025 at 4:02 PM
If you've ever wanted to write middle grade, you won't want to miss this interview with @silviaacevedo.com about how she wrote her newest book: writenowcoach.com/writerswork-... #writingcommunity #kidlit
Think you're distracted? Darwin was worried his project would be rejected by conservatives, was sick, and had children interrupting him all day. Learn how he overcame challenges: writenowcoach.com/blog/ #writingcommunity #ADHD #distraction
October 14, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Think you're distracted? Darwin was worried his project would be rejected by conservatives, was sick, and had children interrupting him all day. Learn how he overcame challenges: writenowcoach.com/blog/ #writingcommunity #ADHD #distraction
All of my clients are complaining about being distracted. I wrote this post for them--and any of you--who NEED to focus for your work but find your head spinning: writenowcoach.com/how-to-ditch... #writingtips #deepfocus #ADHD
October 10, 2025 at 2:58 PM
All of my clients are complaining about being distracted. I wrote this post for them--and any of you--who NEED to focus for your work but find your head spinning: writenowcoach.com/how-to-ditch... #writingtips #deepfocus #ADHD
If distractions are getting in the way of you getting writing done, this Thursday, you can try out a complimentary combo accountability and co-writing session. It will give you a taste of the Write Now! Writing Accountability Group and Show Up and Write: writenowcoach.com/show-up-and-...
September 30, 2025 at 6:53 PM
If distractions are getting in the way of you getting writing done, this Thursday, you can try out a complimentary combo accountability and co-writing session. It will give you a taste of the Write Now! Writing Accountability Group and Show Up and Write: writenowcoach.com/show-up-and-...
My friend @jeanneesacken.bsky.social has a brand new book! Read all about it AND visit her at @boswellbooks.bsky.social on Friday: writenowcoach.com/writerswork-...
September 17, 2025 at 4:51 PM
My friend @jeanneesacken.bsky.social has a brand new book! Read all about it AND visit her at @boswellbooks.bsky.social on Friday: writenowcoach.com/writerswork-...
This quote is often misattributed to Maya Angelou, but it belongs to Zora: a fierce writer and academic who knew what it took to tell a story. #writingcommunity
September 5, 2025 at 12:31 AM
This quote is often misattributed to Maya Angelou, but it belongs to Zora: a fierce writer and academic who knew what it took to tell a story. #writingcommunity
If you've got resolutions hanging out there waiting for someone to finish, now is the time to tackle them. Check out my post for details on HOW to do it: writenowcoach.com/rescue-your-... #writingcommunity
September 2, 2025 at 8:43 PM
If you've got resolutions hanging out there waiting for someone to finish, now is the time to tackle them. Check out my post for details on HOW to do it: writenowcoach.com/rescue-your-... #writingcommunity
If you want to learn about how purpose helps people overcome fear, read about how the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. reacted when a group of white clergy told him to WAIT. Purpose can change your life. More at the blog: writenowcoach.com/how-purpose-... #writingcommunity #kidlit #MLK
August 19, 2025 at 8:39 PM
If you want to learn about how purpose helps people overcome fear, read about how the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. reacted when a group of white clergy told him to WAIT. Purpose can change your life. More at the blog: writenowcoach.com/how-purpose-... #writingcommunity #kidlit #MLK
Can knowing your enneagram type help you bust procrastination? Take a look at my suggestions: writenowcoach.com/use-the-enne... #writingcommunity #ADHD #enneagram
August 12, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Can knowing your enneagram type help you bust procrastination? Take a look at my suggestions: writenowcoach.com/use-the-enne... #writingcommunity #ADHD #enneagram
Is it ADHD or is it just me? Read this interview to learn a little bit about my work as an ADHD Coach and how I can help you. writenowcoach.com/writerswork-... #writingcommunity #ADHD
July 18, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Is it ADHD or is it just me? Read this interview to learn a little bit about my work as an ADHD Coach and how I can help you. writenowcoach.com/writerswork-... #writingcommunity #ADHD
The news cycle can be difficult for all of us, especially if you’re engaged in creative work. Consider how resting might support you: writenowcoach.com/the-power-of... #writingcommunity #science
June 19, 2025 at 4:15 PM
The news cycle can be difficult for all of us, especially if you’re engaged in creative work. Consider how resting might support you: writenowcoach.com/the-power-of... #writingcommunity #science
Last week, the news was aflutter with news of respected outlets publishing articles created by AI, several of which hallucinated books, research articles, and experts. My take: the world needs you to tell your story. Write it. Speak it. writenowcoach.com/writer-we-ne...
June 2, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Last week, the news was aflutter with news of respected outlets publishing articles created by AI, several of which hallucinated books, research articles, and experts. My take: the world needs you to tell your story. Write it. Speak it. writenowcoach.com/writer-we-ne...
If you're a "maybe someday" writer, this week's blog post will help you get ready for when the time is right: writenowcoach.com/where-maybe-... #writingcommunity
May 15, 2025 at 12:15 AM
If you're a "maybe someday" writer, this week's blog post will help you get ready for when the time is right: writenowcoach.com/where-maybe-... #writingcommunity
There's a right way and a wrong way to use AI to support your writing. I talk about it in this blog post: writenowcoach.com/how-to-use-a... #writingcommunity #writingtips
April 23, 2025 at 10:24 PM
There's a right way and a wrong way to use AI to support your writing. I talk about it in this blog post: writenowcoach.com/how-to-use-a... #writingcommunity #writingtips
The world is on fire. Everything we know is crumbling around us. What better time to stop doubting yourself and go all in with your writing: writenowcoach.com/all-in/
March 24, 2025 at 3:49 PM
The world is on fire. Everything we know is crumbling around us. What better time to stop doubting yourself and go all in with your writing: writenowcoach.com/all-in/
If you're submitting your work, you need a plan b. Because you're going to get rejected. And plan b means you have the next step. You can do it: writenowcoach.com/why-you-need... #writingcommunity #writingtips
March 13, 2025 at 7:11 PM
If you're submitting your work, you need a plan b. Because you're going to get rejected. And plan b means you have the next step. You can do it: writenowcoach.com/why-you-need... #writingcommunity #writingtips
If you'd like to boost your author income, read this post by @sharonwoodhouse.bsky.social --author of The Profitable Author writenowcoach.com/boost-your-a... #writingcommunity #authors
March 5, 2025 at 11:41 PM
If you'd like to boost your author income, read this post by @sharonwoodhouse.bsky.social --author of The Profitable Author writenowcoach.com/boost-your-a... #writingcommunity #authors
When the world is on fire, it's still important to make art. Maybe even more important. Check out my roadmap for making art when the world is on fire: writenowcoach.com/how-to-write... #writingcommunity #writingtips
February 12, 2025 at 11:21 PM
When the world is on fire, it's still important to make art. Maybe even more important. Check out my roadmap for making art when the world is on fire: writenowcoach.com/how-to-write... #writingcommunity #writingtips
Thrilled to welcome @MarjoriePagel to the blog where she talks about how her new book started out by responding to writing prompts! writenowcoach.com/writerswork-... #writingcommunity #writingtips
January 21, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Thrilled to welcome @MarjoriePagel to the blog where she talks about how her new book started out by responding to writing prompts! writenowcoach.com/writerswork-... #writingcommunity #writingtips
Thrilled to welcome @rebeccaglevington.bsky.social to talk about her new book, Write Here, Write Now! #Teachers -- this post is for you: rochellemelander.com/teaching-wri... #writingcommunity #kidlit
January 16, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Thrilled to welcome @rebeccaglevington.bsky.social to talk about her new book, Write Here, Write Now! #Teachers -- this post is for you: rochellemelander.com/teaching-wri... #writingcommunity #kidlit
President Jimmy Carter wrote 32 books during his lifetime, partly to earn income, partly because it was a way he could express his ideas. Check out my post for six lessons on writing from Carter: writenowcoach.com/writerswork-... #writingcommunity #amwriting #writingtips
January 14, 2025 at 5:42 PM
President Jimmy Carter wrote 32 books during his lifetime, partly to earn income, partly because it was a way he could express his ideas. Check out my post for six lessons on writing from Carter: writenowcoach.com/writerswork-... #writingcommunity #amwriting #writingtips