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How to plan a novel: Part 1 - Character
I spent a month planning my next adult rom-com novel. Yes, an entire month. What the heck was I doing the whole time? Pantsers &...
Holly Brunnbauer
Aug 31, 20235 min read


The Wrap-Up: August 2023
Hello, lovely! Ready for all things reading & writing? I'm going to safely assume you said, 'Yes!' It'd be awks if you didn't. Scroll...
Holly Brunnbauer
Aug 31, 20233 min read


The Wrap-Up: July 2023
Hello, lovely! Whoa, it's been a big month in writing land. I've got tons to share. Ready to go behind the scenes? Scroll down for:...
Holly Brunnbauer
Aug 1, 20234 min read


The Wrap-Up: JUNE 2023
Hello, lovely! It's been a big & exciting month. Ready to go behind the scenes? Scroll down for: Writing updates Resource recommendations...
Holly Brunnbauer
Jun 29, 20234 min read


The Wrap-Up: MAY 2023
Hello, lovely! This month, I've been focusing on moving the needle forward. Why? Because consistent effort adds up. I truly believe this....
Holly Brunnbauer
Jun 2, 20234 min read


12 Must-Listen Podcasts for Writers
Who loves to learn on the go? Here are 12 podcasts to get in your ears ASAP. Some are funny. Many are Australian. All have pearls of...
Holly Brunnbauer
Jun 2, 20231 min read


The Wrap-Up: APRIL 2023
Hello, lovely! This month I juggled writing goals and snack b*tch duties. That's right, it was the school holidays. Keep reading to find...
Holly Brunnbauer
May 2, 20233 min read


The Wrap-Up: MARCH 2023
Hello, lovely! It's been a HUGE month and I can't wait to share the ins and outs of being a stay-at-home writer. Scroll down for: Writing...
Holly Brunnbauer
Mar 31, 20233 min read


Writing a first draft - Lessons & Tips
Writing a novel (or thinking about it)? Searched the far corners of the interwebs for the best approach? Read every craft book until your...
Holly Brunnbauer
Mar 31, 20234 min read


The Wrap-Up: FEBRUARY 2023
Hello, lovely! After a month off, I'm back in action and have lots to share about being a stay-at-home writer. Scroll down for: Writing...
Holly Brunnbauer
Mar 1, 20233 min read


The Wrap-Up: JANUARY 2023
Happy New Year, lovely! Welcome back to another year of writing updates, helpful resources, and book recommendations. This is the first...
Holly Brunnbauer
Jan 27, 20233 min read


My 2023 writing goals
Are you buzzing with new year energy? I am! No matter what happened last year, we all get to start over and dream up BIG goals for the...
Holly Brunnbauer
Jan 14, 20232 min read


The Wrap-Up: DECEMBER 2022
Hello, lovely! It’s that time of the month when I share what it’s like to be a stay-at-home writer. This is the final wrap-up for 2022....
Holly Brunnbauer
Dec 22, 20223 min read


The Wrap-Up: NOVEMBER 2022
Hello, lovely! What's it like to be an aspiring author? Each month, I'll take you behind the scenes. Scroll down for: Writing updates...
Holly Brunnbauer
Dec 1, 20223 min read


8 things I learned while writing my first novel
1 year & 8 months. That’s how long it took to write and edit my first novel. While the pain is still fresh, I want to share some of lessons.
Holly Brunnbauer
Nov 16, 20223 min read


The Wrap-Up: OCTOBER 2022
Hello, lovely! What's it like being a stay-at-home writer? Let me spill the tea. Scroll down for: Writing updates Resource...
Holly Brunnbauer
Oct 27, 20223 min read


The Story Behind The Novel
Meet Clare Fletcher, author of FIVE BUSH WEDDINGS. Go behind the scenes to find out how this novel came to be.
Holly Brunnbauer
Oct 17, 20224 min read


The Wrap-Up: SEPTEMBER 2022
Hello, lovely! Let’s wrap things up for September. Want to know what it’s like being a stay-at-home writer? Take a peek behind the...
Holly Brunnbauer
Oct 4, 20223 min read


The Wrap-Up: AUGUST 2022
Hello, lovely! Ever wondered what it’s like to be a writer? Curious how others approach it? Strap yourself in, friend. Each month, I’ll...
Holly Brunnbauer
Aug 30, 20224 min read
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