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- 100. 4 Ways to Live Your Purpose with Your Book
In this episode, discover what might be a new way to look at your life's purpose. (This perspective might take some of the pressure off you in your pursuit of purpose.) You'll also discover 4 ways your book can help you fulfill your purpose, however you define it.
For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis.Want to go deeper into what it takes to write a successful nonfiction book? Click here to access my free private podcast, and discover my proven framework.
11 min - 99. Who's in Your Corner?
So many authors are introverts, but even the most introverted authors are best served when they stop trying to do it all alone. In this episode, discover why community is so important to authors and the different ways you can find or create your own writing community.
Find out more about Authors Ignited at Authors Ignited.com.
https://pages.candiceldavis.com/authorsignitedWant to go deeper into what it takes to write a successful nonfiction book? Click here to access my free private podcast, and discover my proven framework.
11 min - 98. Accept It or Reject It
You know a great book when you read it. And you recognize books that, somehow, just don’t rise to the quality of anything you want to read or recommend. Because quality matters when you’re investing your money, time, and mental energy in the books you choose to read. In this episode, discover why it’s so important to turn the tables and produce a book that meets a standard you'll be proud of.
To find a community of supportive authors, check out Authors Ignited at AuthorsIgnited.com.
https://pages.candiceldavis.com/authorsignitedWant to go deeper into what it takes to write a successful nonfiction book? Click here to access my free private podcast, and discover my proven framework.
10 min - 97. Success Leaves Clues
In the first of a 3-part series, What Successful Authors Know, you'll discover a foundation of good book writing that too many aspiring authors resist. While many new writers fight against it, most bestselling authors employ frameworks to write their books. The good news: frameworks don't lock you in. They're actually the key to unleashing your creativity. Listen to find out why.
To access the frameworks you need to make writing your book so much less stressful, check out Authors Ignited at AuthorsIgnited.com.
https://pages.candiceldavis.com/authorsignitedWant to go deeper into what it takes to write a successful nonfiction book? Click here to access my free private podcast, and discover my proven framework.
9 min - 96. Writing Through Your Anger
If you're like most humans, you get angry when you or someone you care about is mistreated. You get angry about the injustices in the world. You get angry for valid reasons, and some of the topics that raise your blood pressure will be relevant to your book. In this episode, you'll discover why it's perfectly acceptable and sometimes necessary to write about your anger and how to do it effectively.
For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis.
https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavis/Want to go deeper into what it takes to write a successful nonfiction book? Click here to access my free private podcast, and discover my proven framework.
9 min - 95. Build Your Feedback Resilience
What do you do when someone criticizes your writing? How do you react when someone says your idea for a book isn't that great or when someone leaves you a negative review on Amazon? When you have a high level of feedback resilience, none of those circumstances can knock you off your game. In this episode, discover how to develop your feedback resilience so you can write any book your heart desires without unnecessary stress or angst.
For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis.
https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavis/Want to go deeper into what it takes to write a successful nonfiction book? Click here to access my free private podcast, and discover my proven framework.
11 min - 94. The Courage to Write Your Book
You can do all the prepping and planning, but sitting down to write your book can still be scary. It doesn't matter if you're writing a novel, a memoir, or a personal or professional development book. No matter what kind of book you're writing, fear can stop you from getting it done. In this episode, discover how to muster the courage to write your book in spite of the fear.
For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis.
https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavis/Want to go deeper into what it takes to write a successful nonfiction book? Click here to access my free private podcast, and discover my proven framework.
9 min - 93. Get More Eyes on Your Book - Part 2
Promoting your book is a long game--at least it should be. You can start marketing your book well before it's published. But even if you didn't, it's never too late to start, and you can keep telling people about your book for months and even years to come. Listen to discover 6 more ways to attract readers for your book. You don't have to use them all, but the ones you choose to use can make a huge difference in your book sales.
For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis.
https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavis/Want to go deeper into what it takes to write a successful nonfiction book? Click here to access my free private podcast, and discover my proven framework.
10 min - 92. Get More Eyes on Your Book
Discover 6 simple ways to attract more readers before and after you launch your book. Your book launch is important--and it's just one small moment in the lifespan of your book. With these strategies, you'll get more eyes on your book and make the most of the time, energy, and creativity you've invested in writing it.
For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis.
https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavis/Want to go deeper into what it takes to write a successful nonfiction book? Click here to access my free private podcast, and discover my proven framework.
12 min - 91. Are You Really Ready to Write Your Book?
You can have the best book idea in the world. You can have a fantastic outline and plenty of time to write--and you can still not quite be ready to write your book. In this episode, discover four signs that you're not ready to write and learn exactly how to get over those obstacles, get ready, and start writing.
For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis.
https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavis/Want to go deeper into what it takes to write a successful nonfiction book? Click here to access my free private podcast, and discover my proven framework.
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About Nothing but the Words
From the publisher's feed
Thinking about writing a book? Find out exactly how successful authors write, publish, and sell books that make a difference for their readers and for the author's business, platform, or career.…
Whether you choose self-publishing or go after a traditional book deal, these are the steps and strategies you need to know.
Your host, former PEN Emerging Voices fellow, award-winning writer, copy editor and developmental editor, and ghostwriter of more than 30 books, Candice L. Davis, is also a certified coach who has coached dozens of clients to become authors. They include self-published authors and authors published with HarperOne, HarperCollins Leadership, Broadleaf Books, and Penguin. Her clients have used their books to command higher fees, attract clients and win contracts, and land appearances on Today, Good Morning America, Dr. Phil, Dr. Oz, as well as on local news shows, on Top 100 podcasts, and in national magazines.
Expect proven writing tips, insider publishing insights, and advice and inspiration to get past writer's block and keep writing to "The End" so you can write and publish a book that gets real results for your readers and for you.
Whether you want more clients and customers, bigger contracts, opportunities to share your message from bigger stages, or simply to write a nonfiction book that helps people, this is podcast is for you.
If you’re ready to write a memoir, personal development book, professional development book, self-help, or narrative nonfiction . . .
and you want that book to make a positive impact for your readers and your community . . .
Welcome to the podcast that shows you the deep value you can get only from writing a book. Hit follow and let’s go.
Popular Guests Include: authors Rachel Luna, Jessica Bantom, Miriam Schulman, and more.
Popular Episode Topics Include: Writers' Retreats, Writing & Publishing Children's Books, How to Write Better, The Only Good Reason to Write a Book, and Why Writing a Book Feels Hard & What to Do about It.