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Recently, we talked about the six reasons writing a book is worth it. And each point was so reasonable and sensible. But there is a secret reason why you should write a book. Because frankly, us humans are not always reasonable and sensible. Read more…
You want to write a book, but there are a million other things you want to do. And watching the Barbie movie on Prime is only one of the things that seems easier than writing. So, why should you write a book? Why is it worth it? Here are six reasons you should write a book. Read more…
The number one time waster when writing a book is assuming you know how to do it. It’s great to be positive, but you set yourself up to waste a whole bunch of time and frustration when you massively underestimate the task. Writing is not the same as writing a book. So don't waste your time diving in blind, trying, screwing up, and being disappointed and frustrated. Study how to write a book. Read more…
If you want to share your message in a book and a business, get inspired by following other author-entrepreneurs and seeing how they write about their work on social media. Below are seven fun author entrepreneurs to follow on Facebook for inspiration, education, and more than a few laughs. Read more…
Take THE LAZY WAY into writing your book by using a plan. What’s that, you say? You don’t have a plan, you say? Of course not! Why would you when you’ve never done it before. So, borrow a plan from someone who knows how to write a book. It’s gloriously lazy! Read more…
“Where do I even start writing a book?” Have you thought this? If so, I made The Ultimate Writing Kickstart Quiz for you. It’s a personalized roadmap to uncover your ideal next step to finally write (and finish!) your self-help or business book with a strategy tailored just for you. Read more…
You guys!!!! Look what happened! The incredible author (and my friend!) Arleigh Jacobs included me and the rest of our critique group in her new book's dedication. Because together, we’ve done something magical which you can do too: Find someone who can make you a better writer. Read more…
Is your book idea any good? I honestly don’t know. Because I don’t know your idea. But I do know how you can find out, and—hip hip hooray—it only involves two simple steps. Read more…
Do you want to write your book but you’re not actually making any progress? (Or as much as you wished?) Maybe you feel overwhelmed at the thought of it. Perhaps you sense you need help, but you’re not sure what TYPE of help. Do I need an editor? Or a ghostwriter? Should I take a writing course? What the hell is a book coach? I have an answer for you. Read more…
What if your life is NOT interesting? What if you’re kind of a bore? You want to write a book because you have something interesting to share about your work, a technique or methodology, or whatever, but it’s THE THING that’s interesting, not you. So how do you write a book without talking about you? Read more…
Worried you’re not enough of an expert to write your book? That’s okay. You don’t need to be the annoying expert who knows it all. There’s another—far more effective—approach you can take when talking to readers. So, let’s talk about why being an expert doesn't (always) matter when writing a book. Read more…
I know you. You are NOT the next star of Desperate Housewives. Or a Kardashian in the making. You ain’t sitting around thinking, Meeeeeeee! Everyone look at me! Listen to me! I’m so great! Yet… you DO want to share a bit of your story. You have something to say that you think might help others. So, how do you write a book that talks about your experiences without sounding whiny, self-indulgent, or braggy? Read more…
What if you don’t know what you want to write? I mean, you have an idea. But should it be a self-help guide? A memoir? A practical how-to book? A thought-provoking mindset discussion? There are a thousand ways to present your idea. What type of book should YOU write? Read more…
You have an idea for a book, but something’s stopping you from sitting down and writing the damn thing. So, how do you get inspired to write? How do you become one with the muse and channel your inner voice and, y’know, get all inspired like a “real writer?” You immerse yourself in your subject. Read more…
I’ve encouraged you to overcome overwhelm about the idea of writing a book by taking time to imagine what that book might look like. But… how? How can you picture your book idea as real, when you don’t even know what it should be yet? When it feels timid and confused and fuzzy around the edges. Where do you start with your book idea? Read more…
Do you want to write a book, but just the idea of it feels overwhelming? For some reason, the pull to write a book won’t go away, but you can’t even imagine how to make it happen? Well, my friend, THAT is the number one reason writing a book feels overwhelming. You can’t imagine it. Read more…
Prince Harry released his instant best-selling memoir Spare. And guess what… he used a ghostwriter to pen the thing. Which made a bunch of folks ask: What is a ghostwriter? Is having one a good thing? A bad thing? A spoiled brat thing? Does it “count” as writing your own book when you use a ghostwriter? Is ghostwriting cheating?! Read more…
My personal writing project is not going so great. I show up like a boss for everyone else, I put my all into serving my clients, I do all the things for them. But for ME? I got nada. So how do you write when you put everyone else first? Read more…
Please don’t be pressured into setting overly-ambitious goals for writing or anything else (unless you want to). Big goals can be motivating at times, but sometimes it’s enough just to point your feet in the right direction. That is how you keep going, with—or without—motivation. Read more…
If you want to write an incredible, touching, meaningful, impactful, entertaining book, then learn from the pros. Read great books and pay attention to how they structure their content, speak to you, and engage your attention. I guarantee your writing will improve from reading excellent examples. And behold! Here are five examples for you. Read more…
