Ally Berthiaume, Author at The Write Place, Right Time

Bravely Write Your Book This Year. No More Excuses.

There’s another twelve months on the calendar. Will you finally bravely write your book this year? And leave all your excuses behind?

Your Story is a Unique Gift and It’s Time to Write It

Your story is a unique gift to you and at least one other person who needs it. Make the time to write your memoir and help someone.

Writing Lessons I’ve Learned From the Books I’ve Written (and Coached)

Gain writing wisdom, insight, and other writing lessons that I’ve learned from the books I’ve written or supported on the path to publication.

Power of First Impressions–Work with a Human Who Cares About Your Book

First impressions say everything. Make sure who you work with appears human before deciding to work with them on your book.

Book cover titled a Storytelling Workbook for Beginners

Five Myths About Publishing a Book Aspiring Authors Should Know

Five myths about publishing a book aspiring authors should know so you can avoid common publishing pitfalls.

Don’t Climb the Cliffs of Insanity Alone if You Want Your Memoir to Survive

Writing a memoir is like climbing the Cliffs of Insanity and you shouldn’t do it alone.

You’ve Got Big Buts – The 5 Things Blocking You From Starting Your Book

It’s time to get rid of those BIG Buts and write your story.

5 Things You Want in a Great Book Coach (or Any Publishing Partner)

Writing and publishing shouldn’t be done in isolation no matter what those old tropes would suggest. Here are the 5 things you want working with a great book coach.

The Three Pillars of Writing Foundation for Successful Written Work

Every great piece begins with a strong writing foundation and this is just as true in writing.

Your Memoir Has the Power to Serve You and Others

A book is nearly secondary to the other intrinsic gifts bestowed when writing one’s story. Memoir has the power to serve the author first, before its readers.