Nothing but the Words
135 episodes - English - Latest episode: 27 days ago -If you really want to write a book, make it better, and finish faster, this is the right place for you. You'll get practical tips, actionable strategies, inspiration, and motivation to finally write the book you feel called to write. Book Coach Candice L Davis shares her step-by-step processes to help you get your book out to the world by self-publishing or going the traditional publishing route. Whether you want to write your book to tell your story, grow your business, touch people's lives, or just to prove to yourself that you can, your Book Coach will show you how.
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Trust but Verify
December 15, 2021 03:00 - 6 minutes - 4.62 MBEven if you're writing your very first book, you bring experience to the process. You have experience as a reader. Over the years, you've absorbed a lot of what makes some books work and what causes others to fall short. That's why your instinct as a reader will often give you a little nudge when you need to revise something in your manuscript. In this episode, discover why you should trust that instinct and how you can verify that it's on the right track. For more writing tips and inspira...
Finish Strong (Your Own Way)
December 03, 2021 01:00 - 8 minutes - 6.14 MBEveryone's pushing you to finish strong with your goals at the end of the year, and that includes your book. It can feel like a lot of pressure, and if you're not careful, it can make you feel like a failure. In this episode, discover two ways to finish strong with your book, even if you haven't started writing it yet. No stress required. For more writing tips, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis. https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavis/ Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and ...
Create Your Own Lexicon
November 18, 2021 03:00 - 6 minutes - 4.72 MBDo your readers speak your language? By the time they finish reading your book, they will. In this episode, discover how creating a unique vocabulary can help your readers get more value from your book and help your book stand out in the marketplace. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis. https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavis/ Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with focus and confidence. Get it...
Book-Cover Mistakes Every Author Can Avoid
November 10, 2021 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.34 MBHave you ever looked at a book cover that made you absolutely sure you didn't want the book? Maybe you didn't know why, but you knew the book wasn't for you. Sometimes, a bad book cover can cause readers to miss out on a great book. Easily avoid these book-cover mistakes, follow a few best practices, and win your readers over with your beautiful book cover. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis. https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavis/ Download my fre...
How to Borrow Experience to Write a Better Book
November 04, 2021 01:00 - 11 minutes - 8.18 MBGreat writers study and practice writing for many years to get that good. So how can you write a great book the first time around? It's not as hard as some people want you to think. (You don't have to be miserable writing your book!) In this episode, discover two simple ways to borrow someone else's experience and wisdom to write a phenomenal, life-changing, successful book. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis. https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavis...
Set & Achieve Your Writing Goals
October 27, 2021 22:00 - 12 minutes - 8.32 MBIt seems like everyone around you is finishing their books, and you're still trying to figure out how to get yours written. You're not alone. In fact, most people who want to write a book never will. But you can be one of the elite few who accomplish this goal. In this episode, discover 5 action steps to set and achieve your writing goals and finally finish writing your book. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis. https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavi...
Boost Your Self-Confidence & Write Your Book
October 22, 2021 07:00 - 9 minutes - 6.46 MBHow confident are you in your ability to write a phenomenal book that does what you want it to do in the world? If you're like most authors, a lack of confidence can show up at any time and stop you from writing. When you increase your self-confidence, you increase your trust in your ability to finish writing your book and get it out into the world. In this episode, I show you an easy way to increase your faith and trust in your own abilities. For more writing tips and inspiration follow ...
Lessons from a Successful Book Launch Party
October 13, 2021 14:00 - 11 minutes - 8.13 MBEvery great book deserves a great introduction to the world. In this episode, we'll cover 10 lessons from a successful book launch party. Don't underestimate the value of this event. While it can and should be lots of fun, it can also play a key role in your book marketing. Listen to find out how. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis. https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavis/ Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your ...
Writing a Book That Competes with the Best
October 06, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes - 7.09 MBIt can be intimidating to write a book when some super author seems to already dominate the category. In this episode, discover why another book's success in your category can actually make it easier for you to write and sell your book. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis. https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavis/ Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with focus and confidence. Get it at CandiceLD...
When Writing Your Book Gets Difficult
September 29, 2021 14:00 - 8 minutes - 5.89 MBThe biggest reason most people who want to write a book never do: they quit every time it feels hard. In this episode, I share a simple change in your thinking that can help you get through those moments and keep writing. This strategy is essential to actually finishing your book. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis. https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavis/ Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book w...
5 Signs You're Ready to Write Your Book
September 23, 2021 13:00 - 10 minutes - 7.09 MBAs you probably know, wanting to write a book and actually feeling ready to write it aren't the same thing. In this episode, I share the clear signs you're ready to write your book--and how to get ready if you're not. Listen to discover what successful authors know about getting started and seeing your book through to the end. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis. https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavis/ Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book"...
Writing about Hard Things
September 08, 2021 02:00 - 9 minutes - 6.43 MBSometimes the hard part of writing your book is reliving your painful stories. If you're writing a memoir, you'll likely have to write about some difficult moments. Even if you're writing a personal development, professional development, or subject-matter expert book, you may have to address painful subjects. In this episode, discover how to write about those hard things in the best possible way. For more writing tops and inspiration, follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/candic...
Essential Lessons from Traditional Publishing
August 25, 2021 14:00 - 13 minutes - 9.64 MBSelf-publishing is a fantastic option for most new authors. But there are some crucial lessons all authors can learn from the world of traditional publishing. In this episode, discover what my traditionally published clients know that can help you write a world-class book and self-publish more successfully. For more writing tops and inspiration, follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavis/ Grab the free jump-start and get started writing your book with ease: https://can...
Your Vision for Your Book
August 18, 2021 02:00 - 10 minutes - 6.97 MBEvery year, thousands of authors write a book, publish it, and do absolutely nothing with it. That doesn't have to happen to you. In this episode, discover why you need to craft a vision for your book, and how to create one that's unique to you and your purpose in the world. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candiceldavis/ Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with focus and confi...
4 Writing Habits to Unlearn
August 11, 2021 00:00 - 12 minutes - 8.36 MBYour teachers meant well when they taught you the rules of formal academic writing. But many of those rules don't apply when it comes to writing your book. In fact, following them can make your book dry and boring. In this episode, you'll discover four writing habits you can leave behind to make your book more accessible and enjoyable to read. For more writing tips and inspirations, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing...
Coach Yourself Past Your Doubts
August 03, 2021 22:00 - 7 minutes - 5.44 MBYou want to write a book, but sometimes, you feel like you just can't do it. The doubts creep in and you start to wonder if your book can possibly be good enough. Is your writing strong enough? Are there already too many books like this? What if no one buys it? Every author has doubts. In this episode, discover a proven tool to coach yourself through them and get back to writing. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Star...
3 Types of Books You Shouldn't Write
July 27, 2021 23:00 - 12 minutes - 8.41 MBEveryone who wants to write a great book, should go for it. And you should do it knowing you're creating value for your readers. In this episode, you'll discover the 3 types of books that can make readers question your expertise, your credibility, and your integrity because they fall short on value. The first step to writing a world-class book is to avoid writing any one of these at all costs. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis. Download my free gu...
Measuring Your Book's Success
July 14, 2021 18:00 - 10 minutes - 7.48 MBWriting a book is a significant investment of your time, energy, and knowledge. And you want some kind of return on that investment. But only you can decide what makes your book successful. What matters to you? How do you define success? In this episode, you'll discover 7 ways to measure your book's success. Focus on the ones that align with your goals, and stop wasting time worrying about the rest. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis. Download my...
Open Your Book with a Hook
July 07, 2021 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.34 MBIf you don't catch your readers' attention on the first page of your book, in the first paragraph, you're in trouble. Luckily, grabbing them from the very beginning isn't hard to do with these 4 proven techniques to open your book with a hook. In this episode, I also correct and clarify a point I made in episode 65 about publishing hardcover books. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started wr...
Print, Ebook, or Audiobook?
June 23, 2021 02:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBAs a self-published author, you have more options available to you than ever. You can publish your book in hardcover, paperback, ebook, and/or audio versions. But do you need them all? And which are most important to your audience? In this episode, discover what you need to consider when choosing the formats for your book. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book...
Is Your Life Memoir-Worthy?
June 09, 2021 00:00 - 11 minutes - 8.04 MBNot everyone feels called to write a memoir, but if you do, it's perfectly normal to wonder whether or not you have enough of a story for a whole book. (Hint: everyone does if you know how to find it.) In this episode, we explore what a memoir is and what it isn't. Then we dive into 5 questions to ask before you decide to write a memoir. These questions will help you get real about your desire to tell your story in a book and go into the process with your eyes wide open. Wondering if you h...
How to Commit to Your Book
June 02, 2021 02:00 - 13 minutes - 8.97 MBEvery author faces doubts along the way. But successful authors all have one thing in common. They know how to commit to their book and keep coming back to it until it's done--in spite of the doubts. In this episode, you'll discover 3 simple tools you can use to commit to your book, finish writing it, and get it out to the world. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @CandiceLDavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfictio...
The Power of Comparison
May 26, 2021 01:00 - 8 minutes - 5.89 MBWho 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 Instagram @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonficti...
Bring Your Reader into Your World
May 05, 2021 01:00 - 10 minutes - 7.54 MBTelling 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. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with focus and confidence. Get it ...
Too Tired to Write
April 14, 2021 01:00 - 9 minutes - 6.32 MBFamily, 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 inspiration, follow me on IG @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing...
Design Your Writing Space
April 07, 2021 01:00 - 10 minutes - 7.47 MBDoes it really make a difference where you write you book? It absolutely does. In 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. For more writing tips, follow me on IG @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book...
Stop Chasing the Wrong Readers
March 31, 2021 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.35 MBIt'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. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with focus and confidence. Get it at CandiceLDavis.com/jumpstart. Writing a memoi...
Focus on Value
March 17, 2021 03:00 - 10 minutes - 7.15 MBOnly 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 inspiration, follow me on IG @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writin...
Promote This Book Before You Write Your Next Book
March 10, 2021 03:00 - 9 minutes - 6.78 MBAs 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 quickly. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on IG @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start...
Stealing Quotes from the Bible
March 05, 2021 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.08 MBIf 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 @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with focus and conf...
Pros and Cons of Collaborative Books
February 24, 2021 03:00 - 10 minutes - 7.53 MBTaking 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 me on IG @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing you...
Write the Book You're Called to Write
February 18, 2021 02:00 - 7 minutes - 5.15 MBPeople 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 the book you feel called to write--and why. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started w...
Story Mistakes You Should Never Make
February 09, 2021 20:00 - 10 minutes - 6.92 MBEveryone 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. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with focus and confidence. Get it at CandiceLDavis.com/jumpstart. Writing a memoir? Click here for my free...
Secrets of the Best How-To Books
February 03, 2021 03:00 - 12 minutes - 8.56 MBWriting 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. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with focus and confidence. Get ...
50. The Truth about Traditional Publishing
January 27, 2021 02:00 - 11 minutes - 8.05 MBSelf-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 @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction b...
The Truth about Self-Publishing
January 20, 2021 03:00 - 10 minutes - 7.13 MBThe 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. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with focus and confidence. Get it at CandiceLDavis.com/jumpstart. Writing a memoir? Click here for m...
How to Hire a Ghostwriter
January 13, 2021 18:00 - 12 minutes - 8.89 MBSometimes, 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 @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfict...
Your Next Chapter
January 06, 2021 02:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBIn 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 and your life? Access Angela's self-study course, Your Journey Board, for free at yournextchapter.com.au/your-journey-b...
Your Next Chapter
January 06, 2021 02:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBIn 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 and your life? Access Angela's self-study course, Your Journey Board, for free at yournextchapter.com.au/your-journey-b...
Write Your Gift
December 16, 2020 01:00 - 11 minutes - 7.77 MBIf 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 tips and inspiration, follow me on IG @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get ...
How Long Does It Take to Write a Book?
December 09, 2020 02:00 - 14 minutes - 9.85 MBYou'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. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with focus and confidence. Get it at CandiceLDavis.com/jumpstart. ...
Something Isn't Working
December 01, 2020 22:00 - 13 minutes - 9.29 MBIf 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 inspiration, follow me on IG @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfic...
How to Talk about Your Book
November 18, 2020 14:00 - 11 minutes - 8.01 MBNo 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 3 simple ways to talk about your book without getting tongue-tied or feeling like you're making the conversation all about yo...
Write Like a Thought Leader
November 11, 2020 02:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBIn 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. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with focus and confidence. Get it at CandiceLDavis.com/jumpstart. Writing a memoir? Cli...
Write Your Book Before It's Too Late
October 28, 2020 01:00 - 11 minutes - 7.74 MBWhat 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 @candiceldavis Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book wit...
Lessons from a Writer's Retreat
October 21, 2020 02:00 - 13 minutes - 9.04 MBEven 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. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with focus and confidence. Get it at CandiceLDavis.com/jum...
Writing in the Middle of Madness
October 14, 2020 00:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MBWriting 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 regardless of how crazy things seem. Use these tools and finally get your book written. We're doing it, ...
Blog Your Book the Right Way
October 01, 2020 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.56 MBIf 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 with me on Instagram @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started ...
To the People Who Said You Couldn't Write
September 23, 2020 01:00 - 8 minutes - 6.23 MBIf you've ever questioned your ability to write a great book because of what someone else said, this episode is especially for you. Our brains want to protect us, so they take that kind of comment seriously. The C+ in English class, the nasty remark from a professor, or the well-meaning redirect of your creativity from your parents--all of it affects your confidence as a writer and your ability to become a successful author. In this episode, I reveal why those comments have nothing to do wi...
How to Cut 30,000 Words from Your Book
September 16, 2020 03:00 - 13 minutes - 9.63 MBMost new authors worry they won't have enough to say. But it doesn't matter if you're writing your first book or you're an experienced author. You can still end up with a manuscript that's too long for the genre you're writing in. If your manuscript turns out to be too long, that's totally fixable. In this episode, I walk you, step by step, through the process to shorten your manuscript--even when it hurts--and make your book the best it can be. For more writing tips and inspiration, follo...