Nothing but the Words

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 that will engage your readers instead. 

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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 feedback from the right people, decide what feedback to keep and what to feedback to ignore, and make the most of it. Find out how to use constructive feedback to make your book the best it can be.

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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 specific, proven tools you can use when you sit down with your fingers on the keyboard or your pen in your hand and can't seem to get the words to come. You can tame all those thoughts running through your head and get focused on your writing. In this episode, you'll discover how to get past the mental chaos or what might seem like a lack of ideas and get writing so you can finish your book.

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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 product. But a reputable publishing services company can help you with book design, interior layout, registering your book, and more. The problem: some self-publishing companies aren't so reputable. Find out how to spot scams and unfair practices in the publishing industry. Look for these red flags and avoid them.

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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 week--until you finally become an author. It's completely possible for you and you don't have to do it alone.

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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 specific elements your readers want from your ending. And you can easily give your readers what they want when you know what it is.

Your book's ending should leave your readers satisfied--and wanting more from you. Fortunately, it doesn't take a lot more writing to wrap up your book well. Your conclusion is the last impression you'll leave with your readers. Make it a good one!

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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 to you unintentionally stealing someone else's work. It happens more often than you might think, but it doesn't have to happen to you.

Discover easy ways to make sure you avoid stealing someone else's words, concepts, or proprietary systems. Make sure your work is purely your own and other creators get the credit they deserve with these simple strategies.

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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 community, or your field. But that will require you to take a stand--and lose some people along the way. If you're willing to do that, you can create a greater impact, have more influence, and change the way your readers think, act, and feel.

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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 marginalized communities with children's books that entertain, comfort, and teach children mindfulness strategies all at the same time.

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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, the black experience in all its diversity, and black knowledge. We have a privilege of living in a time when we no longer need the permission of a publisher to write our books and get them in the hands of readers. Write your book. Tell your story. Share your knowledge. Own your part of history.

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