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Chapter structure - sounds like a yawnfest, right? But before you assume this is one for the insomniacs out there, let me just say it’s something most authors struggle with when attempting to write their first...
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S2 Ep56: The Author Label: When to Own It and Why
Something I’m asked in almost every interview I do or when I’m working with authors is: When is the right time to call yourself an author? It’s a tricky one because a lot of it comes down to our own confidence levels...
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S2 Ep55: Sell More Books! Maintaining Sales Momentum Beyond Your Launch
Selling books goes far beyond launch week - but you know that, right? The challenge can be sustaining momentum and enthusiasm for your book so it continues to sell way past the first few months of its life.
It’s...
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S2 Ep54: Crafting Books That Make a Difference - with Dr Emma Hepburn
What’s it like to be published by a ‘big 5’ publisher? How can you find time to write when you have a job, a young family…and a global pandemic to contend with? These are just a few of the questions I ask this...
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S2 Ep53: AI-Powered Authors: Tools to Enhance Non-Fiction Writing
Are you a non-fiction writer looking to leverage the power of AI to enhance your writing process? From research to editing, AI-powered tools can help you streamline your workflow and create better content faster.
In...
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S2 Ep52: Self-Editing: A Guide to Polishing Your Manuscript
Once you’ve finished your first draft, you might be wondering what on earth to do next! Do you send it straight to your editor? How can you refine it down to a draft you can be proud of?
In this episode, I share my...
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S2 Ep51: Author Mindset: No Nonsense Advice for Writers
If there’s one thing that matters above all others when it comes to writing, it’s mindset. You could be the greatest writer ever, but if you can’t get past your blocks and put the right head on your shoulders, it...
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S2 Ep50: Using Atomic Habits for Writing
Today is a milestone episode, and to celebrate, I thought we’d talk about something I think has the most profound impact on writers I work with - good writing habits! After all, they make the difference between...
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S2 Ep49: Social Media Success for Authors - with Nicola Washington
Does social media overwhelm you? Are you struggling to attract new readers on your platforms? Well, have I got the guest for you!
Nicola Washington is a social media strategist who specialises in teaching writers...
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S2 Ep48: 7 Ways to Boost Your Writing Confidence
It’s all too easy to lose confidence when writing - after all, we’re putting our work out into the world for people to read, and that can test anyone’s courage!
But a lack of confidence becomes a problem when it...
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S2 Ep47: Looking After Your Creative Energy
Creative energy can make or break your book-writing process - when it’s lacking, things become frustrating. You lose enthusiasm for your project. It can also lead to burnout. So what can we do as writers to look...
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S2 Ep46: 3 Foundational Pillars of Writing Successful Non-Fiction
What makes a non-fiction book successful? What are the essential elements you need to consider before you write a single word? Well, for me, there are three and I’ll be sharing them in this week’s episode.
You’ll...
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