Nothing but the Words

Who are your favorite authors? And what do you love about their books? It can be dangerous--even paralyzing--to compare your book to theirs. But there's also power in comparison. In this episode, discover when and how you should compare your book so you're left inspired and excited to write and publish the book only you can write. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Insta...

Telling a story is more than just writing down the facts. In this episode, we explore how you can put the reader in the place you were in when your story (or the story you're writing about) happened. Use these tips to make your story come alive and keep your reader turning the pages of your book. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on IG @candiceldavis. Click here to schedule a c...

Family, friends, job, business, social life! You have so much on your plate. And sometimes, you're just too tired to write. Unfortunately, those are also the times when you might really need to write to meet a deadline or finish your book on time. In this episode, I share specific strategies to get back to writing--even when you're too tired to write. For more writing tips and inspiratio...

Does it really make a difference where you write you book? It absolutely does. I n this episode, we dive into how you can create a space that supports your writing--even when it feels like there's no extra space in your home. A well-designed writing space will help you write faster, better, and more consistently. Take these elements into account, and set yourself up for success with your book...

It's completely normal to want to find as many readers as possible for you book. You're writing to reach people. But focusing on the wrong potential readers can actually cost you in the long run. In this episode, I explain why you should stop writing for people who'll never want to read your book and what to do instead. Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can co...

Only a small percentage of people who want to write a book ever actually make it happen. But there's no reason you can't be one of that group. If you're struggling to get started, get back to writing, or finally finish writing your book, this episode is for you. In this episode, I share how you can shift your focus and finally achieve your author goals. For more writing tips and ins...

As you write your book, you're almost sure to have ideas for more books. Your creative juices are flowing, and you see book ideas everywhere. But hold on just a minute. Before you write your next book, let's take a look at what you're doing with your first book (or the one you're currently writing). In this episode, I share why you might not want to jump into the next book too...

If you've ever thought of quoting Scripture in your book, there are important guidelines you need to follow. Bible translations belong to their publishers, and you'll need to give credit where it's due. But with these few simple steps, you can easily quote chapter and verse without violating anyone's copyright. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on IG @candiceldav...

Taking part in a collaborative book can seem like the perfect compromise. You only have to write a few pages, and you get published in a book. But don't say yes to that opportunity too quickly. In this episode, I cover the pros and cons of participating in a collaborative book. It might be for you. Or it could be an opportunity you should pass by. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow...

People can tell you what your book "should" be about. Clients can beg you to write a book about what they see as your specialty.  Logic might even dictate that you listen to what your existing audience, your friends, or your colleagues say. But sometimes, listening to what other people  think you should write about is the easy way out. In this episode, we explore when you should write th...

Everyone loves a good story. But even the best stories can be ruined when you make one or more of these common writing  mistakes. In this episode, we dive into 3 ways authors ruin a good story and how you can avoid them all.  For 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 confide...

Writing a how-to book doesn't have to be difficult or boring. In this episode, I share 5 secrets from successful how-to books to help you make your book the best it can be. If you're sharing steps, processes, or strategies, don't miss these proven tips to write the best how-to book you possibly can. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on IG @candiceldavis . Click here t...

Self-publishing is the most accessible path for most new authors, but is it the best path for you? In this episode, I share 5 truths about traditional publishing to help you decide how to publish your book. Learn the basics of traditional publishing and why a big publisher isn't necessarily the best way to make the  most of your book. For more writing tips and inspiration follow me on IG @can...

The business of self-publishing is booming. But there's also lots of misinformation about what it takes to successfully self-publish a book and what it says about authors who choose this route. In this episode, you'll discover five important truths about self-publishing that every author should know.  Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your bo...

Sometimes, the best way to get the job done is to hire someone else to do it. In this episode, I share exactly what to look for in a ghostwriter if you decide to hire someone to write your book. I also explain the difference between co-writers and ghostwriters, how much it costs to hire a ghostwriter, and where you can find a ghostwriter. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on IG @can...

In this interview with my coaching client Angela Raspass, author of "Your Next Chapter," you'll discover what it's really like to write and publish your first book. Angela shares how she got past writer's block, why she chose to work with an author coach, and how her book is setting her up for her own next chapter. Wondering what your next chapter will be for your business...

If you're not sure you have the right book idea or you want to write a book but have no idea what to write about, turn to your gifts. You have a unique combination of gifts, given only to you. In this episode, you'll discover how to hone in on those gifts and choose one to write your book about. Don't keep it to yourself. Share your gift with the world in your book. For more writing...

You're excited to get your book out to the world. And you probably want to know how long it should take you to write it. In this episode, find out what factors influence how long it takes to write your book. Go into this process with your eyes wide open, and plan your book launch without unreasonable pressure or impossible deadlines.  Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I c...

If you've been wanting to write a book for some time but you haven't, something isn't working. If you've started your book but, for whatever reason, you haven't finished writing it, something isn't working. In this episode I break down how to recognize when things have gotten off track with your book and how to decide what to do about it. For more writing tips and ins...

No matter how much of your time and effort you pour into your book, talking about it can be difficult. You don't want to seem salesy or self-centered. You don't want to give away too much too soon. You don't want to get it wrong. But it's important to talk about your book before you write it, while you're writing it, and after it's written. In this episode, I give you...

In this episode, discover how to write a book that will position you as a thought leader.  Being an expert on your topic is a great start, but becoming a thought leader requires something more.  Several of my clients have written books that separate them from the pack of experts in their fields, and you can too.   Click here to schedule a call with me and find out how I can coach you to write your...

What if you never write the book you dream of writing? That would be a loss for you and for your readers, but it doesn't have to happen. You can write your book before it's too late. Get started now. In this episode, I share why today is the best day to write your book and how to begin on the road to becoming an author. Want more writing tips and inspiration? Follow me on Instagram @cand...

Even if you can't get away from it all to work on your book right now, you can apply these lessons from my writer's retreat.  In this episode, I share what I learned from my week alone, working on my book. These tips will help you get focused, write consistently, and go deeper with your book whether you're writing on the beach or in your bed.  Click here to schedule a call with me a...

Writing a book is easier said than done with so much going on in the world. Yet, many people are still getting it done. In this episode, I walk you through 6 of the most effective tools my author-coaching clients and I are using to write our books. You can't necessarily alter the circumstances swirling around you right now, but you can change how you handle them. You can write your book regar...

If you're a consistent blogger--or you want to be--that content can do double duty for you. You can monetize your blog posts and use them to take your authority in your niche to the next level by blogging your book. Find out how to do it the right way, so you end up with a cohesive book that reads as so much more than a collection of blog posts. For more writing tips and inspiration, connect...