Category Archives: self-help books
Write Effective Copy for Your Book’s Jacket or Back Cover That Will Sell Your Book
Whether you self-publish or work with a publisher, it’s important to know how to create copy for your book cover that is compelling and will inspire and entice your reader to take action. There isn’t a lot of room on … Continue reading
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Get Started Writing Your Book (You Can Do It!)
Is your resolution to write a book this year? Good for you! I believe that the act of writing a book is in itself an important expression of creativity. You will learn more about yourself and your life by … Continue reading
Getting Started on a Memoir, Novelization, or Self-Help Book Based on Your Experiences
Many people contact me about help with writing a book based on what they’ve learned as a result of their experiences. They want to help others by sharing their story, wisdom, and advice in a book but don’t know how … Continue reading
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Freaking out about the uncertainty of life? Check out WHOLELINESS by Dr. Carmen Harra
I’m so excited for my client, Carmen Harra, Ph.D., who is launching her book WHOLELINESS: Embracing the Sacred Unity that Heals Our World. It’s an incredibly rich and reassuring guide to using the sacred bonds we have with each other, … Continue reading
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Lessons for Aspiring Self-Help Book Authors: What NOT to Do to Your Brand!
As part of my research for a book proposal I’m working on, I’ve been looking at a bestselling self-help book that was recently featured on Oprah’s show. I see from the acknowledgements that I know the acquiring editor well; she … Continue reading
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