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- 80. How to Borrow Experience to Write a Better Book
Great writers study and practice writing for many years to get that good. So how can you write a great book the first time around? It's not as hard as some people want you to think. (You don't have to be miserable writing your book!) In this episode, discover two simple ways to borrow someone else's experience and wisdom to write a phenomenal, life-changing, successful book.
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 - 79. Set & Achieve Your Writing Goals
It seems like everyone around you is finishing their books, and you're still trying to figure out how to get yours written. You're not alone. In fact, most people who want to write a book never will. But you can be one of the elite few who accomplish this goal. In this episode, discover 5 action steps to set and achieve your writing goals and finally finish writing your book.
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.
13 min - 78. Boost Your Self-Confidence & Write Your Book
How confident are you in your ability to write a phenomenal book that does what you want it to do in the world? If you're like most authors, a lack of confidence can show up at any time and stop you from writing. When you increase your self-confidence, you increase your trust in your ability to finish writing your book and get it out into the world. In this episode, I show you an easy way to increase your faith and trust in your own abilities.
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 - 77. Lessons from a Successful Book Launch Party
Every great book deserves a great introduction to the world. In this episode, we'll cover 10 lessons from a successful book launch party. Don't underestimate the value of this event. While it can and should be lots of fun, it can also play a key role in your book marketing. Listen to find out how.
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 - 76. Writing a Book That Competes with the Best
It can be intimidating to write a book when some super author seems to already dominate the category. In this episode, discover why another book's success in your category can actually make it easier for you to write and sell your book.
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 - 75. When Writing Your Book Gets Difficult
The biggest reason most people who want to write a book never do: they quit every time it feels hard. In this episode, I share a simple change in your thinking that can help you get through those moments and keep writing. This strategy is essential to actually finishing your book.
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 - 74. 5 Signs You're Ready to Write Your Book
As you probably know, wanting to write a book and actually feeling ready to write it aren't the same thing. In this episode, I share the clear signs you're ready to write your book--and how to get ready if you're not. Listen to discover what successful authors know about getting started and seeing your book through to the end.
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 - 73. Writing about Hard Things
Sometimes the hard part of writing your book is reliving your painful stories. If you're writing a memoir, you'll likely have to write about some difficult moments. Even if you're writing a personal development, professional development, or subject-matter expert book, you may have to address painful subjects. In this episode, discover how to write about those hard things in the best possible way.
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https://instagram.com/candiceldavisWant 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 - 72. Essential Lessons from Traditional Publishing
Self-publishing is a fantastic option for most new authors. But there are some crucial lessons all authors can learn from the world of traditional publishing. In this episode, discover what my traditionally published clients know that can help you write a world-class book and self-publish more successfully.
For more writing tops and inspiration, follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavis/
Grab the free jump-start and get started writing your book with ease: https://candiceldavis.com/jumpstartWant 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.
14 min - 71. Your Vision for Your Book
Every year, thousands of authors write a book, publish it, and do absolutely nothing with it. That doesn't have to happen to you. In this episode, discover why you need to craft a vision for your book, and how to create one that's unique to you and your purpose in the world.
For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram: 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.