Nothing but the Words

If you've ever questioned your ability to write a great book because of what someone else said, this episode is especially for you. Our brains want to protect us, so they take that kind of comment se…

Most new authors worry they won't have enough to say. But it doesn't matter if you're writing your first book or you're an experienced author. You can still end up with a manuscript that's too long f…

Rejection is a part of any creative process, and writing a book is no different. People will reject your book idea. They'll reject the possibility that you have what it takes to write a great book. A…

A lot of new authors struggle to come up with enough content for their books. But at the other end of the spectrum are the authors who write way too much content for their books. In this episode, I s…

Painting yourself as a perfect person in your book is never the way to go. No one wants to read about the expert who never faced an obstacle. You don't have to tell all your business, but you can sha…

Have you ever wished you had someone to call when you get stuck writing your book? What about someone who can help you figure out how to finally get started writing? A great author coach can provide …

Crossing the finish line and finishing your manuscript is a huge accomplishment. But you're not done yet. Separate yourself from amateur authors by revising your way to a great book. In this episode,…

Do you ever worry your book might be boring? It might--if you make some of the common mistakes new authors make. But in this episode, I'll tell you how to avoid writing a boring book and write a book…

How do you know if you book is any good? Listen in to discover how to get constructive feedback on your book before or after you finish writing your manuscript. This week, I'm sharing how you can get…

Have you ever sat down to write and found yourself completely stuck? If so, you're not alone. Every writer has those moments. But if you want to write at any given time, you can. There are some speci…

Self-publishing and traditional publishing are completely different processes. When you self-publish, you're responsible for your book from your great idea to your published and marketed finished pro…

Writing your book is a big goal, and the only way to get there is to hit lots of small goals along the way. Join me as I share six ways you can achieve your writing goals--day after day, week after w…

Readers who stick with you through a whole book deserve a satisfying ending. It doesn't matter if you're writing a memoir, how-to book, personal development book, or some other genre. There are speci…

In all likelihood, you would never intentionally plagiarize someone else's work. Most authors wouldn't rip off anyone else's work. But there are a few common mistakes new authors make that can lead t…

Your book can position you as a thought leader, an expert, or both, but which one do you want to be? 

Writing a book is the best way to position yourself as a thought leader in your industry, your com…

Children's book author, Amanda Lynch, discusses why she chose self-publishing and the reasons why her books are selling well. Amanda has found a new way to pursue her purpose of serving children in m…

For every black person who feels called to write a book, now is the time to do it. Black books make a difference to black people and to the country at large. They shine a light on black excellence, t…

Once you've written your book, what's next? If you're like most authors, you'll self-publish. The process has several steps, but it doesn't have to be difficult. Fortunately, there are plenty of prof…

If you want to write a book that positions you as an expert and really makes a difference for your readers, you might need to write bigger. Your best book idea can be made even better when you connec…

You know you need to write consistently if you want to finish a book. But when should you take a step back from the work? Discover when you should take a break from writing and how to know if you've …