Lisa Norman | Writers In The Storm

Craft in the Age of AI: Sending a Scout Into Your Draft

Lisa Norman — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:04:00 +0000

Lisa Norman takes us into the hidden spaces where AI power users discuss the craft of writing in ways the headlines won't tell you.

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What Ten Years Did to My Publishing Process

Lisa Norman — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:05:00 +0000

Lisa takes a moment to review what has changed in her publishing process over the last 10 years. Spoiler: a lot, and most of it is easier.

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What AI Is (and Isn't): A Plain-Language Guide for Writers

Lisa Norman — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:04:00 +0000

Let's talk about the thing everyone is afraid of: AI. Two letters that make some of my writer friends panic and others smile.

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Reclaiming Your Creative Spark

Lisa Norman — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:09:00 +0000

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the constant stream of new tools, platforms, and creative trends? Just-in-time learning can help you find a path forward.

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Sinking in the Sand

Lisa Norman — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:04:00 +0000

Staring at a mountain of unread emails? Your inbox is a swamp of quicksand holding your creative focus hostage. Let's find solid ground.

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The Ghost in the Machine (Inherited Creative Blocks)

Lisa Norman — Fri, 15 May 2026 08:05:00 +0000

Beyond the Muse and the Editor echo other voices. Are your creative blocks yours, or are they inherited "shoulds"? It’s time to reclaim your fire.

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Double the Love at WITS: Star Wars Edition

Jenny Hansen — Mon, 04 May 2026 08:30:00 +0000

Writers in the Storm is throwing open the doors open for some shameless self-promotion opportunities for our readers. Come double the love!

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Sensory Anchors for the Messy Middle

Lisa Norman — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:05:00 +0000

Stop letting decision fatigue erode your creativity. Learn to use sensory anchors to reset your nervous system and keep your creative spark burning steady.

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The Reluctant Spammer’s Field Guide

Lisa Norman — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:29:00 +0000

In which we review how writers accidentally become spammers and how they can turn permission marketing into genuine connections with their readers.

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WITS Team Showcase - Lisa Norman

Lisa Norman — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:11:00 +0000

Meet WITS team member Lisa Norman and learn about the three-fold publishing business of empowering authors that fills her days.

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