Strategize First to Write Your Book Faster, Smarter, and with Impact Plan first so your book reaches the right audience, opens bigger stages, and attracts better consulting opportunities. “I wish I’d come to you from the start,” he said. The author, a political hopeful, had spent months drafting and revising his memoir only to end […]
Hosting my first writing retreat was phenomenal! But I came away with lessons that any writer can learn, whether or not they attended. At Audience Granted Ghostwriters, I help writers and professionals make space for their stories — whether through retreats, one-on-one coaching, or ghostwriting partnerships. It was a perfect September afternoon. A little hot, […]
Writing a book feels exciting… until it gets overwhelming. Being a published author is an appealing idea. An oft-cited survey done a few years ago claimed that 81% of Americans think they “have a book in them.” Whether or not that’s true, as a ghostwriter and book coach, it feels true. I meet lots of […]
Adapted from a chapter of my upcoming book with Ella Ritchie of Stellar Communications (Houston): Write. Publish. Sell.: The 3-Part Blueprint for Getting Your Book into the World (working title) Writing a book is an act of courage. But if you want that courage to result in a book that actually works – a book […]
Know what you want to call your book? Worried about figuring it out? Either way, you’re probably thinking about it too soon. Lots of people come to me with a book idea they’re passionate about. One of the first things they often ask me is, “What should I call it?” Or they’ll say, “I already […]
A Practical Guide to Smart Spending Without Cutting Corners People are always asking me how much it costs to publish a book. So, I created a guide. Surveys say that anywhere from five to eight out of every ten Americans want to or have thought of publishing a book. Imagine that – somewhere from 50-80 […]
For me, it can be hard to find the time and space to write—and I’m a professional writer! Most weekdays you’ll find me hunched over in front of the computer, fingers flying, with occasional breaks to glance at my notes or transcripts of client meetings. Every week, I write thousands of words. Still, I often […]
Don’t give up on your New Year’s resolution yet! With a plan in place, you can start writing your non-fiction book before spring is over! You’ve been thinking of writing a self-help, business, or leadership book, but just the thought of starting seems overwhelming. Whether you’re a coach, therapist, or expert in your field, […]
Writing for Non-native English-Speaking Clients Challenges My Skills, Expands My Perspective, and Brings Deep Fulfillment Languages and cultures different from my own have always fascinated me, and that fascination led me as a kid to read fairy tales and mythologies from all over the world. As a teen and then as an adult, it led […]
You love your work, but finding time and mental energy to write a self-help book? It feels impossible. These practical strategies will help—without adding stress to your already full plate. You’re a counselor, therapist, psychiatrist, or coach. You love your work. Helping people heal or grow feeds your soul. Yet you feel there’s more. Maybe […]