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Want to Write a Book that Teaches? Read This First!
Last year, I met an author who had written her entire book without feedback from anyone in the industry. When she finally presented it to a professional, they broke it to her that her book’s structure wasn’t working. They sent her to me for help, but she was disheartened to discover she needed to rewrite so much.
AVOID PUBLISHING INDUSTRY SCAMS!
Unfortunately, there are numerous scams out there to part unsuspecting aspiring book authors from their money. Avoid becoming a victim by paying attention to these tips.
16 EMPOWERING MEMES FOR ASPIRING AUTHORS
6 CLUES IT’S TIME TO SHARE YOUR WISDOM IN A BOOK
Have you thought about writing a book that shares your wisdom with others, but you aren’t sure you should? Maybe you worry it isn’t the right time… or you fear what you have to say isn’t “good” enough or “important” enough. You might even have naysayers in your life...
WHAT IS A BOOK COACH?
You’ve heard of ghostwriting and editing, but coaching is a relatively new role in the publishing industry that could help you complete your book. A book coach is a seasoned professional who provides guidance as you write your book yourself. While many first-time...
The Top 5 Reasons Self-Published Books Fail
As a professional book coach, ghostwriter, and editor, I talk with self-published authors weekly who complain about low sales. But there are very specific reasons why most self-published books fail to sell. Here are the top 5 reasons, at least in my opinion, that a self-published book fails.
12 Common Misconceptions About the Book Publishing Industry
I speak with aspiring authors almost daily, so I’ve heard numerous misconceptions about how the book business works. These misconceptions cause authors time, money, and aggravation. Here are the 12 wrong assumptions I hear most often.
Traditional Publishing vs. Self-Publishing for Nonfiction
You might be an expert in your field, but how many people know it? Maybe it is your turn to write a book. Read on…
Sell Your Book: 12 Common Non-Fiction Book Proposal Mistakes
Over the years, I’ve worked with a number of first-time authors on their book proposals, and I’ve seen the same missteps over and over.Proposals aren’t easy to write, especially if you’ve never written one before! So, as you work on your own proposal, guard against these common mistakes.
Naming Your Non-Fiction Book: 8 Tips for Titles that Sell
Coming up with a good title for your book can be quite a challenge. This article will provide some title tips that I’ve used in my career in the book industry, but bear in mind that these are primarily for books that teach.