What Does The Enneagram Show? It Shows That We Change

Are you obsessed with all things Enneagram?!  I was recently asked to complete…


Foreword, Preface or Introduction? Choosing Your Front Matter

What’s the difference between a Foreword, a Preface, a Prelude, and an…


Decided to Write Your Book? Great! Expect Life to Change

When I moved to New York, I was overwhelmed for months. It was so intense that…


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What's Your Quick Pitch? Why You Need a Hook

This week in Book Proposal Academy, I’ve been talking about the…


write with your true voice

Are You Suppressing Your True Voice?

When you’re writing a book, you want it to have a great voice. Meaning,…


do not write your non-fiction manuscript before you pitch it

Why You Should NOT Write Your Entire Book First - Don’t Do It!

This advice applies mostly to non-fiction books. Fiction writers – keep…


key ideas for writing a best-selling book

4 Essential Qualities of a Best-Selling Book

The four essential qualities of a best-selling book are easy to understand once…


hire a ghostwriter, hire a collaborator

5 Signs that it’s Time to Hire a Ghostwriter or Collaborator

Here are some clear signs that hiring a writer is a good fit for you and your…


book myth, book realities, writing a book may not make you rich and famous

Top 5 Myths About Becoming an Author - Don't Let These Hold You Back!

These beliefs slow down the process of writing and selling a great book.…