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How to Get Your Book Published This Year (Without Dragging It Out for Years)

Renee Lautermilch

Published on: 14/01/2026

Want to publish your book this year? Learn the proven step-by-step process to write, edit, and publish your book without dragging it out for years or burning out.

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Creating Your Writing Schedule: The Habit That Finishes Books

Renee Lautermilch

Published on: 18/12/2025

Learn how to create a writing schedule that actually works. Discover how flow time, consistency, and weekly goals help authors finish their books without burnout or overwhelm.

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The Writer’s Block Antidote: Why Preparation Beats Procrastination

Renee Lautermilch

Published on: 10/09/2025

Writer’s block is preventable. Learn how to avoid getting stuck by using a chapter map, shifting your mindset, and staying consistent so you can finish your book with confidence.

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The 6 Habits of Successful Authors

Renee Lautermilch

Published on: 14/08/2025

Discover the 6 habits that separate successful authors from stalled-out writers. Learn how to stay consistent, focused, and intentional so you can finish and launch your book with impact.

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