Thinking of Those Affected by Hurricane Harvey
While thinking about what to write in my first newsletter of the fall to the Write Your Book community, I found myself thinking about those in this community who are affected by Hurricane Harvey. I reached out to a few people I knew lived near Houston. How about others? When people join my mailing list, unless they purchase a program or services, I may only know them by first name and email address, with no idea of where people live. In some ways, the internet brings us all so close. Yet, often, we still write alone. Maybe we connect briefly… Read more
Dream Symbols, Sun and Summer Writing Inspiration
How are you finding writing inspiration this summer? How are you celebrating the last few weeks of August? I think of August as a month to luxuriate in summer—long walks, biking to Casey Farm and home with a backpack full of leafy greens, handpicked veggies—from staples of string beans and parsley to the more exotic edamame and ground cherries. I’ve enjoyed visits from my sister, brother, nieces and nephew—painting watercolors on the beach, climbing boulders, touring a mansion (the luxury above as well as the underground tour of boiler rooms and electrical systems) and plenty of cookouts with bonfires under… Read more
Book Writing Tips: 9 Keys to Clarifying Target Market
Clarifying target market will help you write a book that resonates for your readers—from the title and subtitle to the tone, content, features and structure. With this clarity, your readers can realize, “This book is for me! It’s just what I’m looking for.” Without such clarity, your book is more likely to get lost in the general noise of publishing, or just not resonate for book buyers (think, too general and not targeted). Clarifying a target market also makes it much easier to market your book. Without a clear market (or markets) it’s hard to know where to reach your… Read more
Timing for Querying Publishers and Other Insights into The Publishing Industry
What a heady time! Several clients are in conversation with half a dozen publishers about their books. I eagerly await their emails each morning to see the latest developments. In addition, I recently received an email from an acquisitions editor colleague saying that this excellent publisher (the top choice for many of my clients, particularly therapists) still has three spots on their list for publishing Fall 2018. Why is June so busy? Acquisitions pretty much shuts down for most of the summer, though early to mid-July can sometimes be fruitful. In June, publishers are usually finalizing their choices for whatever… Read more
“How Can I Write A Great Book?”
Yes, You Can Write a Great Book! Are you inspired to write a great book this summer? I’m sure you want to write a book that makes an impact—inspires, supports, guides, creates positive change for readers. The kind of book readers share with friends, buy as gifts, and recommend on Facebook and Goodreads. Most of my clients write books that powerfully transform some aspect of their readers’ lives. Here are just a few examples: The Nautilus Award-Winning book, The Soul of All Living Creatures, by Dr. Vint Virga, offers stories about animals that open our hearts, minds and souls to the… Read more
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