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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Dealing with Rejection
September 09, 2020 03:00 - 11 minutes - 8.21 MBRejection is a part of any creative process, and writing a book is no different. People will reject your book idea. They'll reject the possibility that you have what it takes to write a great book. And they'll reject your finished product, the book you've poured your heart into writing. How you deal with all this rejection will determine how successful you can be as an author. In this episode, I share how to best manage rejection and keep writing and publishing in spite of it. For more writ...
Is Your Book Too Long?
September 02, 2020 01:00 - 14 minutes - 9.68 MBA lot of new authors struggle to come up with enough content for their books. But at the other end of the spectrum are the authors who write way too much content for their books. In this episode, I share the minimum and maximum length for the major book genres. Find out if your book is long enough--or if you might need to do some cutting. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your ...
Write Your Flaws Too
August 26, 2020 02:00 - 10 minutes - 7.11 MBPainting yourself as a perfect person in your book is never the way to go. No one wants to read about the expert who never faced an obstacle. You don't have to tell all your business, but you can share your ups and downs, your mistakes and flaws, your failures and how you bounced back. In this episode, discover two questions to ask yourself to decide whether or not to include something that might make you look "bad" in your book. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started...
The Power of Author Coaching
August 19, 2020 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.32 MBHave you ever wished you had someone to call when you get stuck writing your book? What about someone who can help you figure out how to finally get started writing? A great author coach can provide that essential help, and so much more, so you can write your book faster and better. You don't need to do this alone. In this episode, I share the details of why you might just want to work with an author coach. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfictio...
Write Better by Revising More
August 11, 2020 23:00 - 12 minutes - 8.34 MBCrossing the finish line and finishing your manuscript is a huge accomplishment. But you're not done yet. Separate yourself from amateur authors by revising your way to a great book. In this episode, I tell you how to lower your standard for your first draft and raise your standard for your finished product with a simple process for revision. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with focus and confidence. Get it at CandiceLDavis.com/jump...
Writing to No One
August 05, 2020 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.68 MBDo you ever worry your book might be boring? It might--if you make some of the common mistakes new authors make. But in this episode, I'll tell you how to avoid writing a boring book and write a book that will engage your readers 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 memoir? Click here for my free memoir checklist. For more writing tips and inspiration...
Get Feedback on Your Writing
July 29, 2020 00:00 - 14 minutes - 9.77 MBHow do you know if you book is any good? Listen in to discover how to get constructive feedback on your book before or after you finish writing your manuscript. This week, I'm sharing how you can get feedback from the right people, decide what feedback to keep and what to feedback to ignore, and make the most of it. Find out how to use constructive feedback to make your book the best it can be. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with f...
When the Words Won't Come
July 22, 2020 00:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBHave you ever sat down to write and found yourself completely stuck? If so, you're not alone. Every writer has those moments. But if you want to write at any given time, you can. There are some specific, proven tools you can use when you sit down with your fingers on the keyboard or your pen in your hand and can't seem to get the words to come. You can tame all those thoughts running through your head and get focused on your writing. In this episode, you'll discover how to get past the menta...
Self-Publishing Scams and Unfair Practices
July 14, 2020 23:00 - 14 minutes - 9.99 MBSelf-publishing and traditional publishing are completely different processes. When you self-publish, you're responsible for your book from your great idea to your published and marketed finished product. But a reputable publishing services company can help you with book design, interior layout, registering your book, and more. The problem: some self-publishing companies aren't so reputable. Find out how to spot scams and unfair practices in the publishing industry. Look for these red flags ...
6 Ways to Hit Your Writing Goals
July 08, 2020 03:00 - 13 minutes - 9.16 MBWriting your book is a big goal, and the only way to get there is to hit lots of small goals along the way. Join me as I share six ways you can achieve your writing goals--day after day, week after week--until you finally become an author. It's completely possible for you and you don't have to do it alone. 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 ...
How to End Your Book
July 01, 2020 02:00 - 12 minutes - 8.59 MBReaders who stick with you through a whole book deserve a satisfying ending. It doesn't matter if you're writing a memoir, how-to book, personal development book, or some other genre. There are specific elements your readers want from your ending. And you can easily give your readers what they want when you know what it is. Your book's ending should leave your readers satisfied--and wanting more from you. Fortunately, it doesn't take a lot more writing to wrap up your book well. Your conclu...
Stolen Work and Your Book
June 24, 2020 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBIn all likelihood, you would never intentionally plagiarize someone else's work. Most authors wouldn't rip off anyone else's work. But there are a few common mistakes new authors make that can lead to you unintentionally stealing someone else's work. It happens more often than you might think, but it doesn't have to happen to you. Discover easy ways to make sure you avoid stealing someone else's words, concepts, or proprietary systems. Make sure your work is purely your own and other creato...
Take a Stand with Your Book
June 17, 2020 03:00 - 12 minutes - 8.34 MBYour book can position you as a thought leader, an expert, or both, but which one do you want to be? Writing a book is the best way to position yourself as a thought leader in your industry, your community, or your field. But that will require you to take a stand--and lose some people along the way. If you're willing to do that, you can create a greater impact, have more influence, and change the way your readers think, act, and feel. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get ...
Writing and Publishing Children's Books
June 10, 2020 01:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBChildren's book author, Amanda Lynch, discusses why she chose self-publishing and the reasons why her books are selling well. Amanda has found a new way to pursue her purpose of serving children in marginalized communities with children's books that entertain, comfort, and teach children mindfulness strategies all at the same time. 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. Wri...
Black Books Matter
June 03, 2020 02:00 - 11 minutes - 7.92 MBFor every black person who feels called to write a book, now is the time to do it. Black books make a difference to black people and to the country at large. They shine a light on black excellence, the black experience in all its diversity, and black knowledge. We have a privilege of living in a time when we no longer need the permission of a publisher to write our books and get them in the hands of readers. Write your book. Tell your story. Share your knowledge. Own your part of history. D...
How to Publish Your Book
May 27, 2020 01:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBOnce you've written your book, what's next? If you're like most authors, you'll self-publish. The process has several steps, but it doesn't have to be difficult. Fortunately, there are plenty of professionals who can help you along the way, no matter what your budget looks like. In this episode, you'll get a clear view of self-publishing and what it takes to hold your published book in your hands. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book wi...
Write Bigger
May 20, 2020 12:00 - 13 minutes - 9.24 MBIf you want to write a book that positions you as an expert and really makes a difference for your readers, you might need to write bigger. Your best book idea can be made even better when you connect it to bigger events and concepts. In this episode, you'll discover how to do that for your memoir, how-to, personal development, professional development, or subject-matter-expert book. Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" and get started writing your nonfiction book with focus and ...
When to Take a Break from Writing Your Book
May 13, 2020 02:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBYou know you need to write consistently if you want to finish a book. But when should you take a step back from the work? Discover when you should take a break from writing and how to know if you've stopped writing for the right reasons. We've all heard the stories of authors who produce a great book in a week, but let's face it. Writers are known for telling tall tales, and even if some genius pulled off a masterpiece in just a few days, most of us can't. Writing a great book takes weeks o...
Avoid Common Pitfalls in Writing Your Story
May 06, 2020 02:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBWhether you're writing your memoir, a how-to book, or other expert nonfiction, you need to tell your own story incredibly well. Avoid these common mistakes new authors often make when telling their stories. Hook your readers and make them want more. In this episode, you'll discover what to do so you don't become a victim in your own story, what every story needs to leave the reader with, where to start your story, and more. Want more writing tips? Follow me on Instagram: @candiceldavis Do...
6 More Ways to Write Better
April 29, 2020 03:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBAnyone can learn to write better, and it doesn't have to be hard. Use these tips to improve your writing and engage your readers more. You probably already know more than you think you do about how to write well. But good writers know they should never stop sharpening their skills. If you want to write a phenomenal book, join the ranks of good writers. Keep learning simple ways to improve your writing and practice what you learn. Here are 6 easy strategies you can apply right away. Downloa...
How to Write Better
April 22, 2020 02:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBHave you ever read something you've written and wished it was better? Luckily, writing is a skill you can develop. If you writing is just okay, it can be good. If your writing is good, it can be great. And if your writing is already great, it can be phenomenal. You just need to know what to look for to make your writing more coherent and engaging. The best books have great content and are also written well. In this episode, discover 5 strategies you can apply to easily improve your writing...
Writing Your Book Is an Act of Leadership
April 15, 2020 02:00 - 12 minutes - 8.55 MBAuthors are leaders, and now is the very best time to step up as a leader in your field by writing your book. Leaders take a stand. Leaders provide clarity and direction for their followers. Leaders do what other people won’t. You can do all of this and more when you when you write a great book. In this episode, you'll discover how. 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...
How to Write the First Draft of Your Book
April 08, 2020 01:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBSitting down to write your book can be intimidating, especially if you're a first-time author. But you don't have to struggle to write the perfect book. You don't even have to worry about making it good--not just yet. Don't waste time trying to write a great first draft. Discover how successful authors use bad first drafts to write phenomenal books and what to do if you get stuck. Want more writing tips? Follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis Download my free guide "Jump-Start Your Book" a...
Never Tell a Boring Story in Your Book
April 01, 2020 16:00 - 13 minutes - 9.04 MBGreat stories will hook your readers and make them feel closer to you, the author. Luckily, engaging storytelling is easy when you know the elements every good story needs. Sharing authentic stories in your how-to book, memoir, personal or professional development book, or subject-matter expert book will separate your book from the crowd. And your readers will know, like, and trust your faster, want more from you, and be happy to recommend your book. Don't write your book without maximizing...
Writing and Selling Books During a Crisis
April 01, 2020 03:00 - 11 minutes - 8.07 MBDoes it seem inappropriate to sell books during a crisis? Does it seem too hard to write? Those feelings are understandable. But on this episode, I share why writing your book is an act of leadership and selling your book is an active of service to others and to yourself -- especially in the midst of a crisis. During the Coronavirus pandemic, we're all faced with changes to daily life, shifts in our routines, and challenges we've never before experienced. But for those of us lucky enough t...
Elevate Your Nonfiction Book with Story
March 25, 2020 12:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBHow do you make your book stand out in a crowded market? One of the best ways is to fill it with relevant stories. It doesn't matter if you're writing personal development, professional development, subject-expert, or other nonfiction book. The right stories will help your readers know, like, and trust you faster. In this episode, discover the elements your stories must have to be effective. For more tips on writing, follow me on IG @candiceldavis. Download my free guide "Jump-Start You...
What to Put in Your Memoir and What to Leave Out
March 18, 2020 02:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBYour memoir isn't an autobiography and doesn't need to tell your life story. So what should it include? Do you have to share all your deep, dark secrets? Can you talk about other people in your memoir? And should you? In this episode, I answer all those questions and more. Discover how to focus your memoir so it will appeal to readers, what you should include when you share your story, and what you should absolutely leave out. Want more writing tips and inspiration? Follow me on IG @candi...
How to Write Through Stress, Fear & Uncertainty
March 18, 2020 01:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBIt can be hard to focus on writing a book when you're under stress or dealing with anxiety caused by a crisis. But your readers are waiting for you on the other side of that crisis. Your author goals are waiting for you. As long as you're relatively safe and in reasonably good health, you can continue to write your book. The tools and tips in this episode will keep you writing during challenging times. When the crisis has passed--and it eventually will--you'll be glad you didn't stop wr...
How Much to Include in Your How-to Book
March 11, 2020 02:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBWhen you're writing a how-to book, how much of your process should you share with your readers? Many coaches, speakers, consultants and other experts worry about giving away too much in their books. They're afraid no one will buy their products and services if they share everything they know in a book. So how do you know where to draw the line? Becoming an author can position you as the expert, but only if you prove your expertise in your book. In this episode, discover just how much of y...
How to Outline Your Nonfiction Book -- Even When You Hate Outlining
March 04, 2020 03:00 - 20 minutes - 14.5 MBCan you write a book without an outline? Sure. But you'll probably regret it. An outline is a project plan for writing your book. It tells you what to write and where to put it. It also reminds you of what you can leave out of your book. Outlining your memoir, how-to book, professional development book, or personal development book will make it so much easier to write. And your final result will be a much better book. In this episode you'll discover: 3 things to keep in mind as you outli...
To Outline or Not to Outline Your Non-fiction Book
February 26, 2020 02:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBHow long have you been trying to write your memoir, how-to, or other nonfiction book? Do you wish the process was easier? Would you like to write your book faster and with less stress? In this episode, you'll weigh the pros and cons of outlining your non-fiction book. If you're writing a book to grow your business, share your message, tell your story, or get more visibility, you can't afford to spend years getting it done. Outlining will help you get over writer's block, stay focused, and w...
Decide What Kind of Book to Write to Grow Your Business, Get Visibility, or Spread Your Message
February 19, 2020 00:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBIf you're a coach, speaker, or business owner, you probably understand how writing a book can help you grow your business. But what kind of book should you write? If you want to become an author to get more visibility, build credibility, create a new income stream, or lead people to your products and services, you have options. Typically, you'll want to write one of the following: memoir professional memoir how-to book subject-matter breakdown hybrid book So how do you know which on...
Your One Perfect Reader and Why You Need to Know Her Well
January 29, 2020 02:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBHere's a question for you: Who wants to read that book you’re working so hard to write? That’s a question you need to answer, and the sooner you figure it out the better off you’ll be. If you think you’re writing a book everyone will want to read, think again. A book for “everyone” will either be bland and boring—and not really for anyone—or it will end up a jumbled mess. The good news is that identifying the one person who’s already looking for what you’re writing will make it easier fo...
The Only Good Reason to Write a Book
January 29, 2020 02:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBHave people in your life discouraged you from becoming or author? Or maybe people are always telling you that you should write a book. The choice is ultimately yours, of course, but in my experience, there’s only one good reason to write a book. You can write your book to grow your business, to build a platform as a coach, speaker, or expert. You can become an author to stretch your creative muscle or just to prove that you’ve got what it takes to get thousands of words on the page. You c...
The First Thing You Need to Write a Great Book
January 29, 2020 00:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBHave you tried and failed to write the book you dream about writing? Writing a book is a great way to tell your story, share your knowledge, and demonstrate your expertise. But you can only do that when you actually get the book written. In this premiere episode of Nothing but the Words, you’ll discover what one ghostwriter and author coach learned over the course of writing nearly twenty books for clients and coaching dozens of clients to write their own. It doesn’t matter if you’ve stru...