Karena Akhavein
Author. Writing coach. Mom. Podcaster. Creative.
For so long, I was told I couldn’t do it all. I was told that being a multipassionate creative wasn’t a thing.
I’m glad I didn’t listen.
Welcome to my world- books, podcasts, blog posts, events, courses… anything that can feed your creativity and create community.
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Get away from it all and get in touch with your creative self.
Writing Retreat
Escape to magical Santa Barbara, CA for a few days that will change your life. If you are passionate about making your writing or creative project come to fruition and are craving peace, quiet, but also guidance, this exclusive retreat is for you. Come alone or with friend and stay in our exotic cottage, complete with Moroccan meditation garden and your own kitchen and bathroom. Creative and writing coach Karena Akhavein will tailor this experience to your needs. You’ll be spending your time writing, enjoying the benefits of one-on-one coaching, and taking guided creative breaks. Add-ons include additional coaching and gourmet meals. Please click below for the application and for more information.
Books by Karena Akhavein
“The ultimate reference tool for ditching the excuses and going from aspiring writer to successful author.”
“A pulse-pounding intellectual thriller. Pure escapism.”
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the How to be an Author podcast
Your weekly inspiration, information, and motivation to take you from aspiring writer to successful author. Listen to the latest episode here and don’t forget to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
Need more Inspo? Check out our blog!
What do arranged marriages and writing have in common? Coming up with a story idea you love, why a story idea isn’t everything, and what I learned when I let a bunch of strangers pick my book idea.
How many times do you get a new story idea? All the time, right? Unless, of course you're supposed to be thinking of one, and it's urgent that you...
Why you need an author website- Yes, even if you’re an unpublished writer. How to build the perfect author website.
Author websites 101 Everything you need to know about building an author website that works for you. You need an author website, wherever you are in...
The Art of the Title: How to Pick a Great Book Title, and why it Matters
How to pick a great title for your book, and why it matters Most of my book coaching clients come to me early in the writing process, when they need...
How to stop letting the “lack of time” excuse destroy your writing goals
A wake-up call for the chronically busy writer First of all, here’s the hard truth: in reality, we actually potentially have more time available to...
38 questions you should ask yourself while self-editing your novel
Self editing? Self editing is always a wise first step before hiring a professional editor. Let your manuscript sit for at least a week so you can...
10 key podcasting tips for writers and creatives: How and why to start, record and run a successful podcast.
Have you wanted to start a podcast for a while now, but are intimidated by everything it takes to record and promote a podcast? Starting a podcast...