Tools for Writers

I support the use of tools that help writers get to the important work of writing their books. This includes tools such as ProWritingAid, Scrivener, Grammarly and AI. AI can never replace the important stories only humans can write.

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Spark A Memory Scene_Woman writing

Spark A Memory  Scene Starter helps you turn a blurry memory into a vivid, detail-rich scene using focused, beginner-friendly questions. By the end, you’ll have a clear scene blueprint—setting, sensory cues, emotional tone, and what happened next—ready to write from.

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Midlife Momentum Map by Valerie Cantella Photo of a middle aged woman in yellow sweater

Midlife Momentum Map helps you build a writing rhythm that fits a full, grown-up life with a realistic focus and a weekly pattern you can keep. By the end, you’ll have a practical momentum plan—with backup options for low-energy days—that keeps your book moving without guilt.

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IdealReaderProfilebyValerieCantella

Ideal Reader Profile helps you clearly define the reader you’re writing for with grounded questions about what they want, fear, and need. By the end, you’ll have a one-page reader snapshot to guide your writing now and your marketing later.

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Books-Like-Mine Comp Curator helps you build a strong, shelf-ready list of comparison titles by matching audience, tone, and promise. By the end, you’ll have a curated comp list you can use in pitches, proposals, and marketing—whether you’re querying or self-publishing.

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MiniMomentumBuilder

Mini Momentum Builder helps you kickstart your writing in the next 7–14 days by turning your availability into a doable schedule and prompts. By the end, you’ll have a simple kickoff plan you can put on your calendar today.

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Post Road Marketing has created custom GPTs specifically for marketing,
which I highly recommend.

Here are some references on AI that may be helpful as you decide if,
and how, to include AI in your writing journey.

Commentary from Jane Friedman's blog, January 14, 2026

AI Best Practices for Authors from the Author's Guild, April 9, 2024