Writing Coach, Bestselling Writer, Editor

ABOUT

Do you have a book you want to write?

Finding it tough going on your own?

As a two-time New York Times bestselling writer

—as well as an editor of other bestsellers and a writing coach to bestselling writers—

I can help you unearth and share your story and/or your message.

Whether I work with you as a book consultant, writing coach, editor, or writer,

or through my Boost Your Business with a Book e-course,

together we’ll make your content sound like you–only better.

It all starts with a chat and/or some sloppy copy.

Call me for a free 20-minute chemistry and project consultation and I’ll explain.

Or if you’re looking for a simple self-publishing solution,

check out Incubation Press, our sister site.

Identifying a Local Writing Retreat

by Linden Gross | Oct 10, 2014 | Uncategorized

"I need to figure out a way to get away from my family for a week--or at least a weekend--so I can delve into the deeper thinking I need to do for my book," one of my writing coach clients announced to me. "Or maybe I can just add a day to the trip I'm taking in two...

Writing Lessons From My Dogs: Fearless Writing

by Linden Gross | Oct 3, 2014 | Uncategorized

Dashiell, one of my two 12-year-old English Cocker Spaniels, races toward the surf that's higher that usual because of the prior day's storm. He returns briefly to check in, then he's gone. He chases birds. He dashes in and out of the water. He follows the receding...

Grammar Abuse Courtesy of Weird Al

by Linden Gross | Sep 26, 2014 | Uncategorized

I just love this. All you grammar abusers, even if you think that's not you, take a look, have a laugh and please take heed.

Writing Lessons From My Dogs: Boost your Creativity

by Linden Gross | Sep 5, 2014 | Uncategorized

Feeling like your creativity has been stunted or sucked out by a giant vacuum cleaner hose that reached down from the cosmos? Then take a hike. No, my dogs and I don't mean that you should go away, but that you set out for a short hike or even a leisurely stroll....

The Devil Is In the Writing Details

by Linden Gross | Aug 22, 2014 | Language, Writing

Often the difference between prose that dances and flies versus prose that falls flat lies in the details. I don't mean the kind of writing details that a good copy editor will help correct. While that's a critical component of professional, effective writing, I'm...