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Writing Begins Long Before the First Sentence

Writing Begins Long Before the First Sentence

Writing Begins Long Before the First SentenceChristopher di Armani
Published on: 2026/10/12

Who really writes a book when AI helps draft? Christopher di Armani explores James Patterson's method for outlining, revision, and then explores the definition of human authorship for Christian writers.

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The Two-Letter Secret that Protects Your Writing Flow

The Two-Letter Secret that Protects Your Writing Flow

The Two-Letter Secret that Protects Your Writing FlowChristopher di Armani
Published on: 2026/10/01

Post description A missing statistic doesn't need to end your writing session. Use QX to mark supporting details for later research, keep your chapter moving, and verify every claim before publication.

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Writing with Fire: Let Your Passion Shine Through

Writing with Fire: Let Your Passion Shine Through

Writing with Fire: Let Your Passion Shine ThroughChristopher di Armani
Published on: 2025/06/07

Yes, being a skilled writer is important, but your passion for your subject is what will set you apart from every other author in your field. Your passion is also what will drive you forward when everyone else is taking a nap.

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Writing as Exploration: Embrace the Mystery of Creativity

Writing as Exploration: Embrace the Mystery of Creativity

Writing as Exploration: Embrace the Mystery of CreativityChristopher di Armani
Published on: 2023/04/12

Frost beautifully expresses the creative process, that writing is a journey of continual discovery, both for you and for your reader.

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Character Matters: The Foundation of Trust in Your Writing Journey

Character Matters: The Foundation of Trust in Your Writing Journey

Character Matters: The Foundation of Trust in Your Writing JourneyChristopher di Armani
Published on: 2023/02/22

You must build KLT – Know, Like & Trust – in your audience before they’ll buy your book and implement the solution you deliver for the problem they face.

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From Unsuccessful to Unstoppable: Harness the Power of Persistence

From Unsuccessful to Unstoppable: Harness the Power of Persistence

From Unsuccessful to Unstoppable: Harness the Power of PersistenceChristopher di Armani
Published on: 2023/02/15

Determination increases your motivation to complete your daily word count so you can meet your deadline. When you’re determined, you focus all your energy on completing the task before you, such as writing the next section of your book.

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Clarity: The Bridge Between Understanding and Influence

Clarity: The Bridge Between Understanding and Influence

Clarity: The Bridge Between Understanding and InfluenceChristopher di Armani
Published on: 2023/02/08

The pursuit of clarity in thought, speech and the written word never ends. This pursuit is progress, not perfection, because there is always a clearer, simpler way to express a principle to your audience. Clarity comes through action.

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Writing that Resonates: Inspire Critical Thought in Your Readers

Writing that Resonates: Inspire Critical Thought in Your Readers

Writing that Resonates: Inspire Critical Thought in Your ReadersChristopher di Armani
Published on: 2023/02/01

Critical thinking is a lost art in our society. Clickbait headlines and soundbites replaced it and our society is the worse for it. For your reader to make meaningful change in his or her life, you must re-engage their capacity for critical thinking.

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The Three-Minute Rule: Always Carrying a Notebook

The Three-Minute Rule: Always Carrying a Notebook

The Three-Minute Rule: Always Carrying a NotebookChristopher di Armani
Published on: 2023/01/25

Yes, you can use your phone to take notes throughout your day. Absolutely. If that works best for you, fantastic! I commend you so I’ll simply say

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Writing as Oxygen: Breathe Life into Your Words

Writing as Oxygen: Breathe Life into Your Words

Writing as Oxygen: Breathe Life into Your WordsChristopher di Armani
Published on: 2023/01/18

A day without writing is a day unworthy of living. Okay, that’s a bit of a stretch, but I can no more stop writing than I can stop breathing.

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Write Like a Pro: Daily Habits to Sharpen Your Writing Skills

Write Like a Pro: Daily Habits to Sharpen Your Writing Skills

Write Like a Pro: Daily Habits to Sharpen Your Writing SkillsChristopher di Armani
Published on: 2023/01/11

To write a book that transforms a life, you must hone whatever writing talent God gave you into the mighty skills required to craft such a book.

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Living in Integrity: How to Overcome Procrastination and Write Your Book

Living in Integrity: How to Overcome Procrastination and Write Your Book

Living in Integrity: How to Overcome Procrastination and Write Your BookChristopher di Armani
Published on: 2023/01/04

The fastest way to kill your dream of writing a book is to wait until you’re ready, until you feel inspired, until you feel like writing or until

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The Power of Imperfection: Get Words on the Page in Your First Draft!

The Power of Imperfection: Get Words on the Page in Your First Draft!

The Power of Imperfection: Get Words on the Page in Your First Draft!Christopher di Armani
Published on: 2022/12/28

A phrase often heard on film sets is, “We’ll fix it in post.” It means they will ignore the problems with what they’ve shot until the editing phase.

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Unlock Your Writing Success: Follow the 3-Step Formula

Unlock Your Writing Success: Follow the 3-Step Formula

Unlock Your Writing Success: Follow the 3-Step FormulaChristopher di Armani
Published on: 2022/12/21

In the famous race between the tortoise and the hare, the rabbit didn’t win the race despite his speed. The tortoise won because he was willing to do

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Write Fast, Write Fearless: Embracing the Imperfections of First Drafts

Write Fast, Write Fearless: Embracing the Imperfections of First Drafts

Write Fast, Write Fearless: Embracing the Imperfections of First DraftsChristopher di Armani
Published on: 2022/12/14

I’m a huge fan of writing crappy first drafts as fast as I possibly can. Why? Because the faster I write, the easier the words flow. The faster

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Embrace Imperfection: Focus on Progress Over Perfection in Your First Draft

Embrace Imperfection: Focus on Progress Over Perfection in Your First Draft

Embrace Imperfection: Focus on Progress Over Perfection in Your First DraftChristopher di Armani
Published on: 2022/12/07

The most important job when writing your first draft is to get the words out of your head and onto the page. The best way to accomplish this is to

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Unleash Your Authenticity: Connect with Readers on a Deeper Level

Unleash Your Authenticity: Connect with Readers on a Deeper Level

Unleash Your Authenticity: Connect with Readers on a Deeper LevelChristopher di Armani
Published on: 2022/11/30

“Sincerity? I can fake that. I’ve been married three times.” That line from a friend of mine is telling on so many levels, isn’t it?

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The Power of Imperfect Action: Taking Steps Towards Writing Success

The Power of Imperfect Action: Taking Steps Towards Writing Success

The Power of Imperfect Action: Taking Steps Towards Writing SuccessChristopher di Armani
Published on: 2022/11/23

Taking action, no matter how imperfect it may be, always trumps theory. Only by taking action will you learn where you can improve. Only by taking

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