Write Your Book Podcast

At some point, you'll be participating in the rewriting process when working on your book. I share my own personal journey with rewriting as well as some practical tools you can use. No matter where you are right now, know you can finish your book.  If you'd like to get in touch with me, feel free to reach out at jimwoodswrites@gmail.com Thanks for listening!

We all have writing influences. But are we using them to our advantage? That's what today's episode is all about. If you find yourself stuck or facing a story problem, you can go to your writing influences for guidance.  I'd love to hear your thoughts jimwoodswrites@Gmail.com   Thanks for listening!

Struggle with planning some part of your book? You're not alone. In today's episode, I share with you a simple 5-step framework I use to become a better planner and decision-maker. Whether you want to use it for your book launch or figuring out the best time of the day to write, this framework is very flexible and easy to use. It might even help you avoid writer's block :)  If you'd like some supp...

Writing a book is well... awkward at times. And with awkwardness comes being uncomfortable. Today's show is all about embracing the fact that writing your book will make you tired (and probably even a bit cranky) at times. But the good news is this is completely normal. If you'd like some writing support, hit me up at jimwoodswrites@gmail.com   As always, thanks for listening! 

Are you struggling today? No worries. It happens. Today, I share some simple tasks you can do when you know you're low on energy. From scheduling some posts on social media to planning blog posts to finding an editor, there are many different things you can do.  If you need help with any of the above (or really anything writing related) I'm glad to help. Contact me jimwoodswrites@gmail.com   As al...

Are you pumping the brakes and thinking it's just not the right time to write a book? We've all been there. Today's episode gives you practical, helpful advice you can put into action. If you'd like some support or encouragement feel free to fire me an email: jimwoodswrites@gmail.com As always, thanks for listening!  

Life will always throw you curveballs. Honestly, I'm facing a few right now, and I bet you are too. Today's episode is all about encouraging you to keep writing. Keep in mind that some writing--any writing at all--always beats no writing. If you'd like some additional support, just check out jimwoodswrites.com.  As always, thanks for listening! 

Writing on the weekend can be very challenging. But in today's episode, I have some advice from 6-time Superbowl Champion Bill Belichick that you can use to keep putting words on the page all week long.  If you'd like some additional writing support, check out storycrafting.net/finish or fire me an email at jimwoodswrites@gmail.com   As always, thanks for listening! 

As writers, we often do not promote our work enough. That's the topic of today's podcast. I give some practical information to help you promote your book no matter where you are in your writing journey. Don't let fear of being "salesy" hold you back from sharing your work with the world. The world needs your story. I mentioned the website noisetrade.com as a great place to share your work and buil...

Could you have writer's block? It's possible, but you definitely can move past it. In this episode, I breakdown the various kinds of writer's block and what steps you can take to get back on track.  If you'd like some help with your writing, check out storycrafting.net.com/finish and I'd be glad to help you with a one-on-one coaching session.  As always, thanks for listening.     

Today's podcast is a bit raw as I share a current writing struggle that I had recently. We all face struggles. There are times when you simply won't want to write. The key is in JUST SHOWING UP.   I sincerely hope this podcast encourages you to keep putting words on the page. If you'd like to get in touch with me, you can at jimwoodswrites@gmail.com As always, thanks for listening.   

On today's episode, I talk about 96-year-old author Delena Close who just published her first novel. Her story is fantastic and you can read more about it here . Wherever you are right now, you absolutely can finish your book. If you'd like some support, I'd be honored to help. Just contact me jimwoodswrites@gmail.com   As always, thanks for listening. 

Feeling a little bored with your book? That's completely normal. Today's episode gives you some practical ways to get fired up about your book again. From revisiting your favorite parts to your book to hiring a writing coach, there are many ways to feel excited again about your book. As always, thanks for listening.  If you'd like some help with your book, visit storycrafting.net/finish . 

Daylight savings time got you down? The good news is you can still move forward and keep putting words on the page despite losing an hour of sleep. In today's episode, I share some practical ways that you can stay on track without being exhausted--even if you have kids.  I also mentioned my good friend Mike Vardy of Productivityist and he wrote a post about this topic you can see right here .  As...

There is one activity that many writers overlook while writing a book: the importance of reading. In today's episode, I share some practical ways to keep reading while you write your book. Reading is a lot like physical exercise. You need to do it if you want to grow and learn as a writer.  As always, thanks for listening. If you'd like some support for your writing check out storycrafting.net/fin...

Have your writing plans fallen through? Maybe you had plans to write but somehow life got in the way. Maybe you got sick or you had car trouble. In today's episode I share how to stay on track and to also help manage your expectations as you move forward and finish your book. As always, thanks for listening! Want some additional help with your writing? I'd be honored to help. Just fire me an email...

Today's episode focuses on moms who are currently writing a book. You deserve a massive THANK YOU and some support and encouragement. I also talk about comparison and share a few practical tips to help you write and finish your book. As always, thanks so much for listening.  If you would like some additional support go to storycrafting.net/finish  

Today's episode focuses on some of the basics of publishing. Do you know if you want to self-publish or traditionally publish? This episode asks some questions you need to consider. I also mention the Writer's Market book which is a very helpful and useful guide for all writers. You can purchase it here:  https://amzn.to/2XGVnxR  (affiliate link)   As always, thanks so much for listening.    If yo...

On today's episode, I come clean with one of the writing challenges that I'm currently struggling with that involves guilt, shame, and some perfectionism too. As always, thanks for listening. If you'd like some help with your writing, check out storycrafting.net/finish

Feeling a bit stuck with your book? That's actually very normal. In today's episode, I give you some practical advice on how to stay on track with your book.    As always, thanks for listening.    For additional help with your book, check out storycrafting.net/finish

It is completely normal to get frustrated. In today's episode, I share the way that I get my writing frustrations out of my system. Best of all, it's really easy to do (and therapeutic too). So if you're frustrated, I recommend you give this approach a try.  As always, thanks for listening!   If you'd like some help with your writing, feel free to reach out to me at jimwoodswrites@gmail.com.  I'd...

Are you an introverted writer? So am I. But there's something we still need to do: connect with other writers. In today's episode I breakdown why it is so important and how you can do it.    As always, thanks for listening.    If you would like to connect with me, you can do it via Twitter or Instagram @jimwoodswrites 

Shadow careers are very sneaky. This episode digs into how a shadow career can water down your dream. Your book can absolutely change your life and even serve as a launch pad for doing more in your life such as starting your writing career, speaking career or even launching a business.  As always, thanks so much for listening.  If you would like some help or support with your book, feel free to  c...

In today's episode, I share the one question you really need to ask yourself in order to finish your book. I also mention one of my favorite books for outlining which is Story Maps by Dan Calvisi. To read more about Dan's approach, check out  https://actfourscreenplays.com/story-maps/ As always, thanks so much for listening. If you'd like any help with your book, feel free to contact me jim@storyc...

Today's episode is all about crushing perfectionism in all of its many forms. This topic is not talked about enough because in order to finish your book, you must beat perfectionism.  Thanks for listening!  If you'd like some help with your book check out storycrafting.net/finish/ to get the support and help you need.