The Productive Writer Guidebook

My interactive book helps you work through your priorities, quit procrastinating and build better writing habits - AND most importantly, figure out how to get out of your own way.

“Crammed with sensible advice, examples, exercises, and quotes garnered from her 25 years as a professional writer and educator, Kathryn Burnett’s The Productive Writer Guidebook is your must-have motivational toolkit, no matter where you are in your writing journey. Put down the duster! Kathryn will help you slay those sabotaging self-doubt demons with this insightful and transformational guide.”Lee Murray, five-time Bram Stoker Award®-winning author of Grotesque: Monster Stories.

"Finding a way to get unstuck had been at the forefront of my mind and I'd purchased a few other books on the subject. The Productive Writer Guidebook was the only one that resonated and got me over the hump."  Amber Mathias

"An invaluable book for new and more experienced writers that offers practical tips, and encouragement. The exercises are thought provoking and fun - I wish I had been able to read it when I first started writing!" Justine Evans - Writer.“This

“This book is a game-changer for anyone who struggles with procrastination and seeks a deeper connection with their writing. It blends practical advice with profound self-reflection, making it a must-read for both aspiring and seasoned writers." Sussi Egneus - Writer

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How To Spot a Dickhead

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North & South

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