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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

For whoever needs to hear it today: the truth is as long as you're continuing to grow, continuing to push forward, and becoming a stronger writer, it's all still part of your success and your path as a writer. #writingcommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

You want to throw the external conflict at your MC so their internal conflict is triggered. When life is very complicated all of a sudden, and then there are all of these obstacles to overcome, inner demons become louder and stronger. Need more help? Book a consultation! #writingcommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

CPs, beta readers, even a friend who will tell you your messy first draft is the best thing ever are all elements in a writer’s journey. In my case, I’ll read up to 2500 words of your story and hop on Zoom for an hour to discuss your writing needs. Book your consultation today. Link in bio.

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

⬆️Look for the FREE resources in my bio!⬆️ My favorite revision tools involve making a plan (yes, PANTSERS, this will work for you, too!) My Writing Reverse Outlines Like a Pro workshop is on sale for $27! Grab it while you can! Link in bio. #writingcommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

If you’ve had conflicting advice, don’t recognize your story, or you’re stuck moving paragraphs around, you may have revised too much. Step away from it. Save deleted scenes and even former drafts in a separate folder in case you need some of it when you come back to your story. #writingcommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

When you write a book, you’re making a contract between a writer and a reader, and you have to consider if you're going to have a harmful impact upon your reader. Research and a good (human) sensitivity reader are key. You can also check out www.writingtheother.com. #writingcommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

If you want to stop dreading revising and love it as much as you love writing, my coaching calls are designed for you. ~I’ll read 2500 words of your story ~1-hour Zoom going over what’s working, what’s not, and how to see revising as writing Click the contact link in my bio! #writingcommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

The best way to show a character arc, in terms of both setting it up and showing the change throughout, is through a character’s reactions. Whether you’re writing in close or distant pov, the reader needs to see how internal reactions tie into the character’s external actions. #writingcommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Remember not to jump into structural changes without a plan. ~Check plot points against your beat sheet. ~Create a reverse outline. ~Note where there isn't external conflict/main plot isn't moving forward. ~Create a new outline/synopsis of how scenes need to be reworked. #writingcommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Are you a neurodivergent writer? Sometimes editing can feel like looking for a forest when you’re stuck between the trees. It doesn’t have to. You need to find resources that work with your specific learning style and work with an editor who gets it. www.jenichappelleeditorial.com

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Writers: What are your favorite resources? Some of my favorites: The Thesaurus series by Becca Puglisi and Angela Ackerman Voice by James Scott Bell Structuring Your Novel by K.M. Weiland Story Genius by Lisa Cron Romancing the Beat by Gwen Hayes What are your favorites? #writingcommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Some perfectionist misconceptions: Queries must be perfect to send to an agent. FALSE. Polished? Yes. Comps should be exactly like your book. NOPE! Show where your book fits. An agent gave a form response on your last book, so they’re not going to want this one. INCORRECT. #writing

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

While there are many factors that contribute to getting past the slush pile, your first chapter is arguably the most important. Your first chapter, in many ways, represents your whole book. So what makes an amazing first chapter? www.jenichappelleeditorial.com/post/what-ma...

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Chloe Marcus @chloemarcus.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

It's good to note, that if you feel STUCK, pause, get outside experienced advice... don't just be like... well, guess I'll just throw it to the query trenches. Not that I've ever done that... #querying #writersblock #writingcommunity #revpit

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Sometimes a writer has done all the work—read the books, filled out the templates, taken the workshops—and is still just STUCK. It can help to hear the right questions to sift through the information you’ve gathered. Book a consultation today.

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Coaching + Consultations Consultations This option is perfect for a one-off specific concern. Some struggles I have helped authors with:* deciding which publishing path is right for you* applying f…

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Many writers understand interiority but struggle applying it to their own story. Interiority= Thoughts Emotions Reactions Visceral responses Helps reader connect to POV character Shares details about plot & character Using combo of showing + telling helps reader understand what’s happening.

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

I don't know who needs to hear this, but if you are in perimenopause and miserable, ask about HRT. Do it.

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Now booking consultations for summer and full manuscript critiques for fall. Phil the Office Cat is available by request…when he’s not busy stealing blankets. www.jenichappelleeditorial.com/editing/

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Are you a neurodivergent writer? Sometimes editing can feel like looking for the forest when you’re stuck between the trees. What you need are the tools that work with your brain instead of against it. Highly recommend: Reverse outlines Working with YOUR learning style (audio, written, etc)

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Struggling through the revision process is completely normal. But you should start with a PLAN. Start with the free resources on my website. After that, grab my Reverse Outline workshop (on sale for $27.) It’ll help you get a bird’s-eye view of your story. Website link in bio. #writingcommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

✨WRITERS: Bookmark this to remind yourself.✨ If you invested the time, energy, and even money to learn all the writing craft you could and GOT STUCK, you are experiencing what I call "second book syndrome" and it's completely normal. I can help! Now booking consultations. Link in bio #writersky

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

You already know how to write. That’s not the knowledge you need. What you need to know is how to apply what you know to your own query package. If you want to discover what to focus on to make your pages and query stand out, check out my Query Strategy Review: www.jenichappelleeditorial.com

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

No matter how good or clean your first draft is, you'll still have to revise. If a particular element is very hard for you, it's ok to leave it out for now. If skipping a scene doesn't feel right, try writing it in short sentences that can even be all "tell" (for now). #writingcommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

How old were you when you wrote your first story/book? I love stories about lil bb writers. But it's just as valid if you didn't fall in love with writing until you were an adult. We all find pieces of ourselves at different paces, and that's more than okay--it's magical. #writersky

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Well, hello there! Want a close up look at your first 2500 words? Book a one-hour consultation and I’ll read your first 2500 plus and we’ll Zoom to discuss anything to do with writing or publishing. Phil the Office cat may or may not attend. www.jenichappelleeditorial.com #writingcommunity

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Laura Zats @lzats.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Someone somewhere is teaching new querying writers to put their bio first and I need to find out who it is. I just wanna talk.

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E.M. Anderson | author & schism enthusiast too hot for Bluesky @elizmanderson.com · 01/07/2026

it's the first day of Disability Pride Month and also release month (!!!), so let us continue

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Phil the Office Cat was a feral stray, and it took a long time to build trust. I like to think of my relationship with clients like my one with Phil. It’s imperative to take the time for clients to trust you. Now booking consultations and late fall edits. www.jenichappelleeditorial.com/coaching/

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

All the pieces of the story, back-story, character development, etc. are in your head. But they aren't always on the page. What you need is to get another set of eyes on your pages—cps and beta readers who can tell you what they aren't seeing so you can fill in the blanks. #writingcommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Writers: still stuck in the querying trenches? Querying involves understanding what agents are looking for and how to position your query for the best results. Join my upcoming query intensive, Out of the Trenches, and learn the strategy behind smart querying. #writersky #writingcommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

STARTS JULY 8 Out of the Trenches: A Query Intensive The next manuscript you query really can be different. I don’t have a magic wand, but I do have a ton of experience and successful traditionally published clients. BUNDLE & SAVE $100! Add on: Query Package Critique 30-minute Zoom #writersky

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Stop wondering if your query will land and learn how to ensure it will. First 20 Registrants save $50! Normally $197, drops to $147. BUNDLE & SAVE: Add a Query Package Critique and a 30 minute Zoom call to your Query Intensive and save $100! Available at registration ONLY. #writersky

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Nadine Flint @nadineflintbooks.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Seriously, this is not another “querying 101” course. It’s strategic and comes with the kind of homework you WANT. Pinky promise. And there’s a $50 discount for the early birds! Go check it out!!

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

🌟STOP WONDERING IF YOUR QUERY WILL LAND. LEARN HOW TO ENSURE IT WILL.🌟 OUT OF THE TRENCHES: A Query Intensive DETAILS: www.jenichappelleeditorial.com/query-intens... SAVE: The first 20 people to register for the Query Intensive save $50 off registration. Normally $197! #booksky

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

🤩 WRITERS: If you guessed “Out of the Trenches” you get an A++! 🌟OUT OF THE TRENCHES: Query Intensive 🤩 NOT Querying 101 ✨ 6 Weeks 🌝 LIVE feedback on Week 5 (Query, Synopsis + 5pp) 💫 Starting July 8th All the details coming tomorrow morning! #booksky

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

❓❓🙋🏻‍♀️ WRITERS: Can you guess what’s coming? Here’s a hint: this will change how you think about submitting manuscripts. Hints so far: “Out” “Of” “The”

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

🌝 WRITERS: Are you still watching? The reveal is coming! #writing

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

👀 WRITERS: Keep watching for an announcement today! If you’ve ever felt stuck in a never-ending cycle of rejection, this is for you. #writing

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Victoria Strauss @victoriastrauss.com · 15/06/2026

That fawning tone is typical of AI responses to challenges or objections--I see it all the time in scammers' responses to writers who don't just credulously swallow the Kool Aid. Obsequious "thank you for your thoughtful response and I totally understand your objection, it's a credit to you" B.S.

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Not me trying to convince @smroffey.bsky.social to adopt baby skunks because litol and baybee 🥺😃

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

If you are a horror fan, you need to watch the film Mārama. It just became available on Apple TV, and it’s a Māori gothic revenge horror and just … whew that’s some serious generational and feminine rage, and the actors are amazing but especially Ariāna Osborne.

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Nefer Doane @neferdoane.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

DAY 7: Editor Shout-out 🙌 Working with @jenichappelle.bsky.social has been incredible! She understood my story from the start, and helped me to deepen and refine it, while also honing my craft. Jeni, what an amazing experience. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. ❤️ #RevPit #amediting

#RevPit showcase lead-up schedule:

On the left side: Meet the RevPit Class of 2026 in the lead-up to our agent showcase.

June 1: Pitch your book
June 2: Book tropes
June 3: Book playlist
June 4: Media similar to your book
June 5: Your first or favorite line
June 6: How you became a writer
June 7: Thank your editor
June 8: Showcase

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Fay Irwin (pen name) @fantasyscience.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Staring at a huge pile of edits, I feel the need to procrastinate by checking BlueSky. I mean, I feel the need to thank the entire #RevPit team. @jenichappelle.bsky.social, the face of RevPit and source of amazing tips (READ HER POST ON REVERSE OUTLINES); 1/n

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

Friends, if you’ve stopped using Canva because of how invasive their AI is becoming, what are you using now?

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Writers! I have something exciting coming up soon…if you are in the query trenches (or plan to be), keep an eye on this space! #writersky

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Have you checked out my #Substack? I’ll tell you what you as a writer have in common with Georgia O’Keefe and why readers are not reading the book you wrote. www.jenichappelleeditorial.com/post/your-re... #writing

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#StetChat @stetchat.com · 20/05/2026

Join our upcoming #StetChats live at 4–5 p.m. ET / 1–2 p.m. PT here on Bluesky! 📆 June 3, 2026: LGBTQ+ Inclusive Language 📆 June 17, 2026: Red Flag Roulette 📆 July 1, 2026: Managing Distractions! 📆 July 15, 2026: The Value of Editing Put #StetChat on your calendars so you don't miss it!

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

This is so important. Professional jellies do not go away when you sign with an agent. They just change. The friends you make when you are querying are often the same ones sitting next to you on panels—and on sales lists. Support now means blurbs for your book later! substack.com/@zillawrites...

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My Friends Are My Competition

And I'm Jealous of Them

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