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4 Reasons Successful Authors Go on Writer's Retreats & You Should Too15 Aug 202400:16:09

Struggling to find time to write your book? Maybe you have to fight for time to even think about what you want to write. Listen to discover why many successful authors rely on writer's retreats to get momentum and make progress with their writing--and how you can benefit from the same. (It's much more than just time away.)

To find out more about my writing retreat for women writers, tap here or visit candiceldavis.com/retreat.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

How to Write Your Business Memoir, ft. Anita Henderson, author of "Becoming the Minimalist Entrepreneur"07 Aug 202400:48:41

Writing a how-to book isn’t the only way to grow your business as an author. In this episode, you’ll meet Anita Henderson, author of “Becoming the Minimalist Entrepreneur.” Anita shares why she wrote a memoir of her professional life, including the obstacles she faced along the way and how she overcame them. You’ll also discover the many benefits Anita got from her book, all of which are available to you too!

Grab Anita's free resource to find out how you can become your own version of a minimalist entrepreneur. https://writeyourlife.net/minimalist/

Connect with Anita on Linkedin. https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitarhenderson/

Follow Anita on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/anitatheauthorsmidwife/

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Why Writing a Book Feels Too Hard & How to Change That04 May 202300:10:59

Writing a book requires effort, but it doesn't have to be the painful. It's not a chore. It's  not another task on your to-do list. It's something you get to do, and it can transform your life and the lives of your readers. Even if it feels too hard to write a book right now--like you could never actually do it--you can change that. In this episode, you'll discover how to make writing a lot more enjoyable so you can write your book faster and with less stress. 

Ready to get started writing your book?

Join Authors Ignited and write your book in a supportive community of authors with support and accountability from me. https://pages.candiceldavis.com/authorsignited

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

To the People Who Said You Couldn't Write23 Sep 202000:08:59

If you've ever questioned your ability to write a great book because of what someone else said, this episode is especially for you. Our brains want to protect us, so they take that kind of comment seriously. The C+ in English class, the nasty remark from a professor, or the well-meaning redirect of your creativity from your parents--all of it affects your confidence as a writer and your ability to become a successful author.

In this episode, I reveal why those comments have nothing to do with you and how you can get past them.

For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

How to Cut 30,000 Words from Your Book16 Sep 202000:13:57

Most new authors worry they won't have enough to say. But it doesn't matter if you're writing your first book or you're an experienced author. You can still end up with a manuscript that's too long for the genre you're writing in.

If your manuscript turns out to be too long, that's totally fixable. In this episode, I walk you, step by step, through the process to shorten your manuscript--even when it hurts--and make your book the best it can be.

For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Dealing with Rejection09 Sep 202000:11:53

Rejection is a part of any creative process, and writing a book is no different. People will reject your book idea. They'll reject the possibility that you have what it takes to write a great book. And they'll reject your finished product, the book you've poured your heart into writing. How you deal with all this rejection will determine how successful you can be as an author. In this episode, I share how to best manage rejection and keep writing and publishing in spite of it.

For more writing tips and encouragement, follow me on IG @candiceldavis.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Is Your Book Too Long?02 Sep 202000:14:02

A lot of new authors struggle to come up with enough content for their books. But at the other end of the spectrum are the authors who write way too much content for their books. In this episode, I share the minimum and maximum length for the major book genres. Find out if your book is long enough--or if you might need to do some cutting.

For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Write Your Flaws Too26 Aug 202000:10:17

Painting yourself as a perfect person in your book is never the way to go. No one wants to read about the expert who never faced an obstacle. You don't have to tell all your business, but you can share your ups and downs, your mistakes and flaws, your failures and how you bounced back. In this episode, discover two questions to ask yourself to decide whether or not to include something that might make you look "bad" in your book.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

The Power of Author Coaching19 Aug 202000:12:02

Have you ever wished you had someone to call when you get stuck writing your book? What about someone who can help you figure out how to finally get started writing? A great author coach can provide that essential help, and so much more, so you can write your book faster and better. You don't need to do this alone. In this episode, I share the details of why you might just want to work with an author coach.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Write Better by Revising More11 Aug 202000:12:04

Crossing the finish line and finishing your manuscript is a huge accomplishment. But you're not done yet. Separate yourself from amateur authors by revising your way to a great book. In this episode, I tell you how to lower your standard for your first draft and raise your standard for your finished product with a simple process for revision.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Writing to No One05 Aug 202000:12:35

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. 

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Get Feedback on Your Writing29 Jul 202000:14:09

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.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

When the Words Won't Come22 Jul 202000:15:10

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.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Write Your Book Faster with Writing Dates27 Apr 202300:11:32

Shortcuts and hacks will typically fail you, but if you want to write more consistently and finish your book faster, there are proven strategies that can help. Find out why writing dates can help you get into flow and make a huge difference in your progress, and learn how to set up your own. 


You don't have to write your book alone.

Join Authors Ignited and take advantage of our version of writing dates with our weekly co-writing sessions. 

Register by May 6, 2023 to participate in our one-day Virtual Writing Retreat on May 7th and commit a full day to your book with my support.

In addition to-co-writing with me and a community of encouraging writers, you'll get:

  • Immediate access to our video library
  • A proven framework to write your transformative nonfiction book
  • Access to our private group where you can ask questions and share wins
  • Regular coaching calls with me for support, answers, and feedback


Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Self-Publishing Scams and Unfair Practices14 Jul 202000:14:29

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.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

6 Ways to Hit Your Writing Goals08 Jul 202000:13:16

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.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

How to End Your Book01 Jul 202000:12:26

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!

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Stolen Work and Your Book24 Jun 202000:16:54

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.


Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Take a Stand with Your Book17 Jun 202000:12:04

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.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Writing and Publishing Children's Books10 Jun 202000:24:43

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.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Black Books Matter03 Jun 202000:11:31

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.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

How to Publish Your Book27 May 202000:19:35

Once you've written your book, what's next? If you're like most authors, you'll self-publish. The process has several steps, but it doesn't have to be difficult. Fortunately, there are plenty of professionals who can help you along the way, no matter what your budget looks like. In this episode, you'll get a clear view of self-publishing and what it takes to hold your published book in your hands. 


Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Write Bigger20 May 202000:13:24

If you want to write a book that positions you as an expert and really makes a difference for your readers, you might need to write bigger. Your best book idea can be made even better when you connect it to bigger events and concepts. 

In this episode, you'll discover how to do that for your memoir, how-to, personal development, professional development, or subject-matter-expert book.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

When to Take a Break from Writing Your Book13 May 202000:14:50

You know you need to write consistently if you want to finish a book. But when should you take a step back from the work? Discover when you should take a break from writing and how to know if you've stopped writing for the right reasons.

We've all heard the stories of authors who produce a great book in a week, but let's face it. Writers are known for telling tall tales, and even if some genius pulled off a masterpiece in just a few days, most of us can't. Writing a great book takes weeks or months of your time. That's why it's important to know when taking a break is the most productive thing you can do for your book.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

3 Big Reasons Not to Use ChatGPT to Write Your Book13 Apr 202300:13:12

Anything that makes writing a book a little easier can be appealing, but shortcuts are rarely as good as they look. Using ChatGPT and similar software to write your book can create major problems. In this episode, you'll discover 3 significant reasons why I'm advising authors not to use artificial intelligence apps to write their books or their book proposals.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Avoid Common Pitfalls in Writing Your Story06 May 202000:17:51

Whether you're writing your memoir, a how-to book, or other expert nonfiction, you need to tell your own story incredibly well. Avoid these common mistakes new authors often make when telling their stories. Hook your readers and make them want more.

In this episode, you'll discover what to do so you don't become a victim in your own story, what every story needs to leave the reader with, where to start your story, and more.

Want more writing tips? Follow me on Instagram: @candiceldavis

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

6 More Ways to Write Better29 Apr 202000:16:48

Anyone can learn to write better, and it doesn't have to be hard. Use these tips to improve your writing and engage your readers more.

You probably already know more than you think you do about how to write well. But good writers know they should never stop sharpening their skills. If you want to write a phenomenal book, join the ranks of good writers. Keep learning simple ways to improve your writing and practice what you learn. Here are 6 easy strategies you can apply right away.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

How to Write Better22 Apr 202000:15:41

Have you ever read something you've written and wished it was better? Luckily, writing is a skill you can develop. If you writing is just okay, it can be good. If your writing is good, it can be great. And if your writing is already great, it can be phenomenal. You just need to know what to look for to make your writing more coherent and engaging.

The best books have great content and are also written well. In this episode, discover 5 strategies you can apply to easily improve your writing.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Writing Your Book Is an Act of Leadership15 Apr 202000:12:22

Authors are leaders, and now is the very best time to step up as a leader in your field by writing your book. 

Leaders take a stand.

Leaders provide clarity and direction for their followers.

Leaders do what other people won’t.

You can do all of this and more when you when you write a great book. In this episode, you'll discover how.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

How to Write the First Draft of Your Book08 Apr 202000:17:28

Sitting down to write your book can be intimidating, especially if you're a first-time author. But you don't have to struggle to write the perfect book. You don't even have to worry about making it good--not just yet.

Don't waste time trying to write a great first draft. Discover how successful authors use bad first drafts to write phenomenal books and what to do if you get stuck.

Want more writing tips? Follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Never Tell a Boring Story in Your Book01 Apr 202000:13:05

Great stories will hook your readers and make them feel closer to you, the author. Luckily, engaging storytelling is easy when you know the elements every good story needs.

Sharing authentic stories in your how-to book, memoir, personal or professional development book, or subject-matter expert book will separate your book from the crowd. And your readers will know, like, and trust your faster, want more from you, and be happy to recommend your book. Don't write your book without maximizing the benefits of good storytelling. 


Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Writing and Selling Books During a Crisis01 Apr 202000:11:39

Does it seem inappropriate to sell books during a crisis? Does it seem too hard to write?

Those feelings are understandable. But on this episode, I share why writing your book is an act of leadership and selling your book is an active of service to others and to yourself -- especially in the midst of a crisis.

During the Coronavirus pandemic, we're all faced with changes to daily life, shifts in our routines, and challenges we've never before experienced. But for those of us lucky enough to be healthy and blessed enough to have our loved ones safe and well, this challenge has also created opportunities.

Now is a perfect time to write your new book or sell the one you've already published.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Elevate Your Nonfiction Book with Story25 Mar 202000:17:55

How do you make your book stand out in a crowded market? One of the best ways is to fill it with relevant stories.

It doesn't matter if you're writing personal development, professional development, subject-expert, or other nonfiction book. The right stories will help your readers know, like, and trust you faster.

In this episode, discover the elements your stories must have to be effective.




For more tips on writing, follow me on IG @candiceldavis.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

What to Put in Your Memoir and What to Leave Out18 Mar 202000:18:11

Your memoir isn't an autobiography and doesn't need to tell your life story. So what should it include? Do you have to share all your deep, dark secrets? Can you talk about other people in your memoir? And should you?

In this episode, I answer all those questions and more.

Discover how to focus your memoir so it will appeal to readers, what you should include when you share your story, and what you should absolutely leave out.

Want more writing tips and inspiration? Follow me on IG @candiceldavis

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

How to Write Through Stress, Fear & Uncertainty18 Mar 202000:16:39

It can be hard to focus on writing a book when you're under stress or dealing with anxiety caused by a crisis.

But your readers are waiting for you on the other side of that crisis.

Your author goals are waiting for you.

As long as you're relatively safe and in reasonably good health, you can continue to write your book.

The tools and tips in this episode will keep you writing during challenging times.

When the crisis has passed--and it eventually will--you'll be glad you didn't stop writing.

(This episode is being published during the Coronavirus crisis. But these tools will help you keep writing whenever obstacles come up in your life.)

Want more writing tips and inspiration? Follow me on IG @candiceldavis.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Writing a Book to Create Real Social Change06 Apr 202300:37:16

DEIB consultant and interior design expert Jessica Bantom was determined to write a book that would impact her industry in a positive way. With "Design for Identity," she has managed to write a book that can reach design students in classrooms and designers already working in firms. This book will transform the way designers consider marginalized or underrepresented people in their work.

Jessica shares the hardest parts of writing her book and how she got over them and why she chose a less-obvious option to publish her book.

Find out more about Jessica at JessicaBantom.com or connect with her on Instagram at instagram.com/jessicabantom/.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

How Much to Include in Your How-to Book11 Mar 202000:15:37

When you're writing a how-to book, how much of your process should you share with your readers?

Many coaches, speakers, consultants and other experts worry about giving away too much in their books. They're afraid no one will buy their products and services if they share everything they know in a book.

So how do you know where to draw the line?

Becoming an author can position you as the expert, but only if you prove your expertise in your book. In this episode, discover just how much of your process you should share on the page to make that happen.

To learn more about writing and publishing your book, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

How to Outline Your Nonfiction Book -- Even When You Hate Outlining04 Mar 202000:20:59

Can you write a book without an outline? Sure. But you'll probably regret it.

An outline is a project plan for writing your book. It tells you what to write and where to put it. It also reminds you of what you can leave out of your book.

Outlining your memoir, how-to book, professional development book, or personal development book will make it so much easier to write. And your final result will be a much better book.

In this episode you'll discover:

  • 3 things to keep in mind as you outline
  • Exactly what to include in your outline
  • Sample outlines for memoirs, how-to books, and subject-matter explanation books
  • And 5 tools you can use to make outlining even easier (You only need one.)

For more writing tips, follow me on IG @candiceldavis.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

To Outline or Not to Outline Your Non-fiction Book26 Feb 202000:18:44

How long have you been trying to write your memoir, how-to, or other nonfiction book? Do you wish the process was easier? Would you like to write your book faster and with less stress?

In this episode, you'll weigh the pros and cons of outlining your non-fiction book. If you're writing a book to grow your business, share your message, tell your story, or get more visibility, you can't afford to spend years getting it done. Outlining will help you get over writer's block, stay focused, and write your book faster. Discover the many benefits of outlining your book and why it doesn't have to be a difficult or boring process.

Want more writing tips and inspiration?

Follow me on Instagram: @candiceldavis

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Decide What Kind of Book to Write to Grow Your Business, Get Visibility, or Spread Your Message19 Feb 202000:17:26

If you're a coach, speaker, or business owner, you probably understand how writing a book can help you grow your business.

But what kind of book should you write?

If you want to become an author to get more visibility, build credibility, create a new income stream, or lead people to your products and services, you have options.

Typically, you'll want to write one of the following:

  • memoir
  • professional memoir
  • how-to book
  • subject-matter breakdown
  • hybrid book

So how do you know which one to choose?

Answer the 3 questions in this episode and discover what kind of book you should write.

Author still equals authority. And writing a book is a great way to build your business. 

Get started by deciding what kind of book will work best for you.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Your One Perfect Reader and Why You Need to Know Her Well29 Jan 202000:15:25

Here's a question for you: Who wants to read that book you’re working so hard to write?

That’s a question you need to answer, and the sooner you figure it out the better off you’ll be.

If you think you’re writing a book everyone will want to read, think again.

A book for “everyone” will either be bland and boring—and not really for anyone—or it will end up a jumbled mess.

The good news is that identifying the one person who’s already looking for what you’re writing will make it easier for you to write, publish, and market your book.

Follow the steps in this episode to identify and embrace your one perfect reader. Focus on her (or him) and save yourself a lot of wasted effort. 

And don’t worry. In this episode, you’ll also discover why your pool of readers only gets bigger when you niche it down.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

The Only Good Reason to Write a Book29 Jan 202000:18:37

Have people in your life discouraged you from becoming or author?

Or maybe people are always telling you that you should write a book.

The choice is ultimately yours, of course, but in my experience, there’s only one good reason to write a book.

You can write your book to grow your business, to build a platform as a coach, speaker, or expert. You can become an author to stretch your creative muscle or just to prove that you’ve got what it takes to get thousands of words on the page. You can write a book to create an income stream or to get famous.

All those reasons are legitimate. But there’s really only one good reason to write a book.

In this episode, you’ll find out the only good reason to spend weeks or months of your life writing your book. 


Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

The First Thing You Need to Write a Great Book29 Jan 202000:18:15

Have you tried and failed to write the book you dream about writing?

Writing a book is a great way to tell your story, share your knowledge, and demonstrate your expertise. But you can only do that when you actually get the book written.

In this premiere episode of Nothing but the Words, you’ll discover what one ghostwriter and author coach learned over the course of writing nearly twenty books for clients and coaching dozens of clients to write their own.

It doesn’t matter if you’ve struggled for years to become an author or if you just decided today that you might want to publish a book. With this one element the process becomes much easier. Learn what it is and how to get it. And finally get your book out to the world.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

When and How to Get a Foreword for Your Book30 Mar 202300:11:09

Do you really need a foreword for your book? Need is a strong word, and not one that applies here. But for the right kinds of books, a strong foreword can make a real difference in your book sales--even if your readers flip right past it. In this episode find out why you might (or might not) want to get one, who to ask, and how to go about it.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

3 Ways Coaches and Consultants Know They're Ready to Write a Book22 Mar 202300:08:08

The idea that everyone should write a book is a bit extreme, and let's face it, ridiculous, but if you want to grow your coaching or consulting a business, writing a book is one of the most effective ways to do it. But how do you know you're ready to write your book? In this episode, discover 3 ways to tell if you're really ready to become an author.

For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Keep Your Promise to Your Readers, ft. Rachel Luna, author of "Permission to Offend"15 Mar 202300:48:02

What takes a book from good to great? Listen in as author and master coach Rachel Luna describes her journey from book proposal to book deal and from writing her book to seeing it hit the bestseller list. Rachel lets us peek behind the curtain to see how she dealt with rejection along the way and why there are some life stories she'll never tell.

Find  Rachel on Instagram @girlconfident or at RachelLuna.com.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

3 Ways to Write Your Book Faster (And Make It Better)08 Mar 202300:10:15
Do you ever worry you might, somehow, end up writing a bad book? That thought used to terrify me, but you can easily ensure it doesn't happen to you. Discover 3 ways you can not only finish writing your book faster but also make sure you make it the best it can possibly be. Whether you're a strong, confident writer or you're still developing your writing skills, this episode will help you write a book you're proud to send out into the world.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

Writing and Illustrating Children's Books, ft. author Kimberly Wyman01 Mar 202300:34:05

If you've been thinking you might just want to write a children's book, this episode with  author-illustrator Kimberly Wyman, author of "Grow Love,"  is for you. Kimberly shares how she made time to write in the midst of a busy life, what it takes to create a children's book with excellence, and how she sold more books while supporting kids in foster care. Listen, to learn all about her experience as an indie author-illustrator with a standard of excellence she lives up to and which you can too.

Find Kimberly at KimberlyWyman.com, or follow her on Instagram @xokimberlywyman.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

15 Prompts to Defeat Writer's Block and Finish Your Book22 Feb 202300:12:39

If you ever get stuck in your writing, please know you're not the only one. Most authors experience some amount of writing block as they write. Some are so blocked, they can't even get started! Use these 15 writing prompts to get over writer's block and keep writing when you feel stuck.

We can argue the existence of writer's block all day. (I'd argue against it.) But if you're experiencing it, then writer's block is real to you. Don't stay in it. Choose a prompt, and keep writing.

Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your book with confidence and actually enjoy the process. https://calendly.com/candiceldavis/30min

The Art of Marketing Your Book, ft. Nadine Mullings, Book & Biz Marketing Expert15 Jul 202400:44:58

Whether you land a traditional book deal or self-publish, getting the word out about your book is always your responsibility. Find out how you can do it well--without spending a fortune or stressing yourself out.

Marketing expert Nadine Mullings shares:

  • How to follow your inner guidance to craft and follow an exceptional marketing plan.
  • Why you need to focus on both online and offline marketing
  • Where most authors fall down in book promotions
  • And more

Grab Nadine's free gift, Two Powerful Ways to Plan Your Marketing: nadinemullings.com/power

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