Nothing but the Words

Realizing you haven't written your book, and yet another year has passed, can feel like a huge failure. In fact, it can make you want to give up on the whole idea of becoming an author. But before you quit, listen and find out how you can get over your "failure" and create a reliable plan to write your book in 2027. You can do this. Get my framework for laying a solid foundation for...

If you're passionate about books but struggle to write your own, you're in good company. For book lovers, the writer's block can feel real as you compare your writing to your favorite books. But you don't have to stay stuck.  Use these strategies to make your love of books turn you into a better author. Mentioned in this episode: Complimentary consultation with Candice L. Davis...

Are you stuck in the start-stop cycle of writing your book? Or maybe having trouble even getting started?  You're not the only one, but you don't have to stay stuck. If you're struggling to write your book, there might be something deeper going on than just being too busy.  Your answers to these 5 questions will help you figure out what that is and create a strategic plan to get pas...

Now more than ever,  the book you're writing needs all the protection it can get, and this includes deciding how AI will impact or influence it. While we can't control the tech industry, your own AI policy can provide a first line of defense for your copyright and your bank account.  Take the steps to protect your book before it’s written. Decide on your own policy for how AI will and wi...

Don't let your thoughts stand in the way of writing your book. If you're procrastinating or overwriting, your Inner Critic might be to blame, but you can do something about that. Writing a book is still one of the very best ways to share your story in a lasting way, position yourself as an expert and thought leader, and/or tell the other stories only you can tell. Use these strategies to...

I was wrong. I used to tell people writing a memoir to position yourself as an expert was a waste of time.  In some cases, this is still true, but if you know how to position the book and what to include in it, writing your memoir can make you the authority in your niche as well as, or better than, any other kind of book . If you're certain you want to tell your story in a memoir, and you als...

Book reviews can feel scary, but they're also incredibly powerful. When a reader takes time to leave a rating and their opinion about your book, they're helping you much more than they know. Even less-than-stellar reviews can help you sell more books. We're breaking down why book reviews matter so much and how you can get more of  them, even before you publish your book. Don't...

In this episode, I give you 5 strategies you can apply right now to get more creative and write your book. Writing a book of any kind requires creativity. And you are smarter and more creative than you think you are.  If you don’t think of yourself as a creative person or you wonder if you’re creative enough to write a book , you need to know that you have a well of untapped creativity. You just n...

Following terrible writing advice can keep you you from ever writing and publishing your book.  Bad writing advice is everywhere. But you don’t have to fall victim to it.  Discover 6 popular but destructive pieces of writing advice you should absolutely ignore. It doesn't matter if you're writing fiction or nonfiction, for children, teens, or adults. Don't let this bad advice get yo...

If you ever have thoughts like “I’m not a good writer,” or “I suck at writing,” or “I’ll never write well enough to finish this book,” you need to grab hold of those and thoughts work with them, not against them. Here’s how you conquer that self-doubt. No unbelievable affirmations required. Mentioned in this episode: The Writing Spot: The new cohort of my online, small-group co-writing community s...

Giving your readers facts, figures, and frameworks, just isn't enough.  When you’re writing personal development or professional development, self-help or how-to, your readers want more. Telling the right stories, will keep them reading and quickly position you as the expert (and a real human) in their minds. In this episode, I give you 5 types of stories you should include if you want to wri...

Many nonfiction authors worry their book will get lost in all the AI books swamping Amazon and other booksellers. But the number of books published isn't the problem. Not knowing how to position yours is.  In this episode, I break down 3 specific strategies you can use to make sure the book you write finds the right readers and gets the results you desire. The solution starts long before you...

Create alignment in these three areas, and you're much closer to writing and publishing a book that helps you achieve your goals. Whether you're writing personal development (self-help), professional development, memoir, or other nonfiction, you'll need to shift some things in your work and life to make it happen. Follow these simple steps to ensure you write the right book on a tim...

Everyone will tell you AI can make your research easier. That's true, but AI-produced research can also cause major problems. Luckily, these problems are completely avoidable when you follow the 3 simple steps in this episode. Don't let AI ruin your reputation as an author-expert. Take action to ensure artificial intelligence doesn't derail your book. Want to go deeper into what it...

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...

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...

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 Wh...

With all the fun,  travel, and distractions of summer, how do you keep writing your book? In this episode, you'll discover how to decide if you should try to write your book this summer, and if so, how to do it.  (It's not nearly as hard as it might seem.) I'll be writing all summer long, and so will my private coaching clients and the members of my group-coaching experience, Author...

As the year gets underway, lots of people are falling off the wagon when it comes to their New Year's resolutions and annual goals. But what about the people who aren't? What about the people who are sticking to their resolution to make this the year they become an author? That can be you--and it should be. Listen to this episode to find out why you really should make 2024 the year you w...

Ever felt even a smidge of envy because someone else has published their book, become a bestseller, or landed an incredible speaking engagement? If so, don't worry. That’s perfectly normal. And when you know how to use it to your advantage, book envy can actually be a powerful tool to help you write a better book, write it faster, and make more of it once it's published. Join me, this we...

The world doesn't need more generic, boring books.  The world needs the book only you can write.  Discover how to identify the strengths you already have that can help you write a more powerful, transformative book. Lean in to those strengths and write a book you'll be thrilled to have your name on. Find out more about 30-Day private book coaching here: https://candiceldavis.com/30days G...

Are you still skeptical about the real value of outlining your book? If you just want to dive in and write, I get it. I used to feel the same way. But a smart writer convinced me otherwise, and I'm glad he did. In this episode, discover why outlining will make it easier for you to sell more books, plus 3 more unexpected, often overlooked benefits of creating comprehensive outline for your boo...

You know all those authors whose books you admire, people who put out book after book? Here's a little secret about them: They're no smarter than you are. That may be hard to believe, but it's true. The big difference between those authors and you isn't intelligence, talent, or ability. T he big difference is that they have a plan to bring their vision for their book to fruitio...

Why are you writing your book? Whatever your reasons, your book should help you have a greater (hopefully, positive) impact on your readers and on the world. And you should also earn a return on the investment of time, money, energy, and creativity you've made in your book.  In this episode, Parchelle Tashi, founder of the Author's Leverage, explains a no-brainer step to extend the impac...

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...