WRITING + EDITING TIPS.
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How do you make your book stand out in a crowded market? One of the best ways is to fill it with relevant stories. No matter what kind of nonfiction book you’re writing, 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.
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Writing your book can be intimidating, especially if you're a newer author. But you don't have to struggle to write the perfect book. You don't even have to worry about making it good yet. Discover how successful authors use bad first drafts to write phenomenal books and what to do if you get stuck.
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Have you ever read a book and wished it was better? Luckily, writing is a skill you can develop. If your writing is okay, it can be good. If your writing is good, it can be great. 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.
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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.
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Whether 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 how to get the most out of the stories you tell in your nonfiction book.
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Readers 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. Your conclusion is the last impression you'll leave with your readers. Make it a good one!
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Writing 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 Jump Start guide to get started!
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Crossing 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.
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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 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.
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A 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.
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Most new authors worry they won't have enough to say. But whether 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. 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.
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You'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.
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Writing 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.
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Everyone 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.
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What do you love about your favorite authors and 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 the book only you can write.
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Not everyone feels called to write a memoir, but if you do, it's perfectly normal to wonder whether you have enough of a story for a whole book. (Hint: you do 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.
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If 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.
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Your 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.
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It 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 finish writing your book.
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Even if you're writing your first book, you bring experience as a reader to the process. Over the years, you've absorbed a lot of what works and what doesn’t. Your instinct as a reader will often give you a nudge when you need to revise something in your manuscript. In this episode, discover why you should trust that instinct and how you can know it's on the right track.
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In the first of a 3-part series, What Successful Authors Know, you'll discover a foundation of good book writing that too many aspiring authors resist. While many new writers fight against it, most bestselling authors employ frameworks to write their books. The good news: frameworks don't lock you in. They're actually the key to unleashing your creativity. Listen to find out why.
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Competition isn't quite the right word for other book's in your category or on a similar topic. After all, readers read. They buy multiple books on any given topic, so buying another author's book doesn't mean they won't also buy yours. In this episode, find out how you can find and dissect your book's "competition" at any point in the writing and publishing process to write, publish, and market your book more effectively.
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Picture it. You've been writing away for months. (Even if you're just getting started on your book, imagine this moment.) You feel like you're done writing, but . . . you also feel like you could possibly make your manuscript better. What to do? What to do?! In this episode, you'll discover 6 ways to know when you're actually done writing and ready to send your baby off to the editor.
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In this episode, discover my simple 4-step process to get past blocks, doubts, and excuses and finally write your book. Whether you plan to self-publish or go the traditional route, the only way to publish your book is to start writing and keep going to the end. While you may know the mechanics of writing a book, the process in this episode will take you beyond head knowledge to action and results. Listen in and get started writing your book!
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Do you ever worry you might, somehow, end up writing a bad book? That thought used to terrify me, but you can easily ensure it doesn't happen to you. Discover 3 ways you can not only finish writing your book faster but also make sure you make it the best it can possibly be. Whether you're a strong, confident writer or you're still developing your writing skills, this episode will help you write a book you're proud to send out into the world.
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The idea that everyone should write a book is a bit extreme, and let's face it, ridiculous, but if you want to grow your coaching or consulting a business, writing a book is one of the most effective ways to do it. But how do you know you're ready to write your book? In this episode, discover 3 ways to tell if you're really ready to become an author. For more writing tips and inspiration, follow me on Instagram @candiceldavis.
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Are you still skeptical about the real value of outlining your book? If you just want to dive in and write, I get it. I used to feel the same way. But a smart writer convinced me otherwise, and I'm glad he did. In this episode, discover why outlining will make it easier for you to sell more books, plus 3 more unexpected, often overlooked benefits of creating comprehensive outline for your book.
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The world doesn't need more generic, boring books. The world needs the book only you can write. Discover how to identify the strengths you already have that can help you write a more powerful, transformative book. Lean in to those strengths and write a book you'll be thrilled to have your name on. Find out more about 30-Day private book coaching here: https://candiceldavis.com/30days
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Ever felt even a smidge of envy because someone else has published their book, become a bestseller, or landed an incredible speaking engagement? If so, don't worry. That’s perfectly normal. And when you know how to use it to your advantage, book envy can actually be a powerful tool to help you write a better book, write it faster, and make more of it once it's published.
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