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Are you nervous about coming out as a writer? Maybe you just want to write for yourself and not share your words with others? It can be scary putting yourself out there. I have that fear too – even after writing and publishing hundreds of posts and a range of books.
Self-doubt can be a crippling weight, especially for writers. Today we have writing mentor Leigh Shulman with us, and she has some terrific, actionable ways to use prompts to turn self-doubt on its head (and get you writing again!)
I’ve never met a writer who didn’t doubt. You worry you’re not good enough. You wonder if anyone even wants to read your writing. You even begin to suspect that unless your writing fills some very specific criteria, you couldn’t possibly be a real writer at all.
Problem is, worrying about all these things holds you back from writing. Instead of sharing writing for feedback or sending work out for publication, doubt gets you mired in the mud and stuck.
But what if doubt could propel you forward instead of holding you back?
I created these four journaling prompts to help you dance with fear and follow your instinct as you become a stronger and more confident writer.
Every writer wants to become a full-time author. Lanterns in the Sky author Pagan Malcolm shares three insights that can help you transition to this lifestyle sooner.
It’s the dream lifestyle for every aspiring author who pictures a long, successful career writing books—leisurely waking up, making a hot cup of coffee, and perhaps indulging in some reading before starting your busy writing day in the office.
But full-time authorship isn’t without its own pros and cons.
The thing about authorship is that it’s something no new author has ever attempted before—so naturally, we’re going to make mistakes along the way. But some of these mistakes are completely avoidable with a simple mindset shift.
Do you plan on achieving full-time authorship in the next 3–5 years? Then take a look at these massive shifts and realizations I (thankfully) had quite early in my author career. These powerful mindset shift tips may just make or break the timeframe in which you make becoming a full-time writer happen.
When I got my start in this biz, way back in 2002, writers had to get a lit agent to get a publisher, then they did what their publisher told them to do.
That way of doing things was terrible for lots of reasons, including (but not limited to):
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Ever thought of writing a book for your business? Maybe you’re not sure what topic to pick or how to monetize it after you’re done. Once you see what a book can truly do for your business, you won’t want to continue to put it off. After this 6:30-8 p.m. workshop led by book coach Vickie Gould, you’ll walk away with a clear understanding of what creates a profitable book (and it’s not about royalties), know at what stage of business it’s best to write a book and create your own personalized roadmap of how to leverage that book to six-figures and beyond. Tickets are $35.
Join the Boss Ladies Referral Crew for a Night Out Downtown! Any lady is welcome to attend this networking event to meet fellow Boss Ladies who run their own businesses and startups. There will be drinks provided by SEEN Magazine and appetizers from A2020Reservations and Mistry Weddings and Events. Enjoy a relaxing night out with friends and meet new ones at this Boss Ladies event 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tickets are $30.
Whether you’re brand new to your mat or you’ve been practicing for years, everyone can benefit from this all-levels yoga class. Certified yoga instructor Lindsay Madison will go over basic breathing techniques/postures, answer questions and provide personal adjustments to deepen your practice. Immediately following our yoga session you’ll receive a complimentary notebook to participate in our guided journaling experience. The combination of yoga and journaling is designed to elevate your writing and provide clarity so you can access your authentic voice. Post-yoga refreshments will be served. Please bring your own mat. Tickets are $25. Class runs 10-11:45 a.m.
This 6:30-8:30 p.m. workshop will cover how to position yourself in the market to stand out, whether you are looking for a new job or working as a freelancer. In this workshop you will complete personal branding exercises to define your expertise, learn how to create a content plan that engages your audience and learn eight ways to stand out in a crowded market and become known. This part of a three-part series led by executive coach Laura Khalil. See Sept. 16 and Sept. 23 for more workshops.
Writing is an art, but if you want to make writing your career, it needs to be a business, too. During this 7-8:30 p.m. workshop led by writer and editor Lisa Howard, we’ll talk about how to interweave your interests and aspirations with viable ways of making money as a writer — it literally pays to develop your brand and your message. From crafty networking tactics to lesser-known types of writing assignments, you’ll walk away with a clearer idea of which direction to take next. Successful writers are also organized businesspeople! Tickets are $25.
Podcasting is the fastest-growing medium in America, with over half the country having listened to one, and 70% having at least some familiarity with them. Audio goes places that video can’t, and a podcast is a great tool to connect fans of your brand. In this 7-8:30 p.m. workshop, podcast producer Jon Gay of JAG in Detroit will cover everything from buying equipment on any budget, launching a pod, common podcaster mistakes and how to leverage your existing fan base to grow your show. Early bird tickets are $30. Price increases to $35 on Sept. 4.
The best way to find clients is through referrals. In this 6:30-8:30 p.m. workshop, Laura Khalil will share how she has built a referral based business through thought leadership. You will leave this workshop with several new strategies that can take your career to the next level. This part of a three-part series led by executive coach Laura Khalil. See Sept. 9 and Sept. 23 for more workshops.
If you’re tired of working by the hour, join Laura Khalil as she shares how to set rate to build a six-figure freelancing business. In this workshop you will learn why you should never set hourly rates, how to determine the appropriate rate and why it’s not the same for every client, and what every proposal should include. This part of a three-part series led by executive coach Laura Khalil. See Sept. 9 and Sept. 16 for more workshops.
Author Sarah Ordo has six self-published books and has learned the ins and outs of how to do it on your own! In this 6:30-8 p.m. workshop, Sarah will share her self-publishing process, how Kindle Direct Publishing works, how she outsourced specific freelancers to help in the process, how earning book royalties works and also how to self-promote your book to success without a publishing team behind you! Early bird tickets are $35 until Aug. 31.
Do you have what it takes to convince a panel of journalists to publish your story? Find out at The Detroit Writing Room’s Pitch Your Story Competition. Presenters get 3 minutes to pitch their business, nonprofit, event, cause or personal story in front of a panel of judges from the media. The first-place winner will have their story published online and in a print issue of SEEN Magazine. To enter the pitch competition, click here.
Participate in National Novel Writing Month by writing a business book in 30 days. Book coach Vickie Gould will teach you how in this 6:30-8 p.m. workshop! Time is the scapegoat many use as the reason why they can’t write their book. The truth is that lack of clarity is what keeps most from finishing. Once you know exactly what topic is the best for your business, it becomes simple to map out how to write it. You will leave with a clear understanding of the best topic to pick for your business book — one that will grow your business for years to come. You will create your own personalized calendar to write your book in 30 days and learn a simple structure for the contents of your book. Tickets are $35.
At BookDoggy, we often receive submissions from authors that are missing important items which could totally help them connect with more readers. We’ve put together a rant, I mean a list of things that drive us crazy, I mean things that will help you. Anyway, here it is.
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“He considered himself a foodie and was very persnickety about the restaurants he patronized.” “Her persnickety ways often kept her from meeting deadlines.” |
Today’s guest post is an excerpt from Register Your Book: The Essential Guide to ISBNs, Barcodes, Copyright, and LCCNs by consultant David Wogahn (@wogahn).
Since 2012, the year I began working exclusively with self-publishers, I’ve helped more than 100 authors create self-publishing imprints. Some of these were formed as corporations and LLCs, but most were in name only. The common thread between all of them—one of the earliest decisions made—was to choose a name under which to buy an ISBN, short for International Standard Book Number, a unique number assigned to every published book.
Early in the ebook revolution Amazon declared ebooks did not need an ISBN. Much to the consternation of Bowker (the official U.S. issuer of ISBNs), and the publishing industry itself, ebook self-publishing platforms had no choice but to follow Amazon’s lead. Even Apple, which launched iBooks by requiring an ISBN for ebooks, was forced to abandon its position.
“Who cares?” many self-publishers declared as they forged ahead. Bowker did not or does not adequately explain the value of assigning one, so what’s the point?
I can’t argue with them.
But like the other technology-fueled revolutions of the past 30 years, self-publishing is becoming more sophisticated. I’ve been thinking about what value an imprint (and ISBN ownership) provides the author/publisher, and what the consequences are for using, or not using, an imprint.
I know this may seem like minutia to new writers. But I’ve learned that these early decisions can and do have a long-term impact with little or no chance for fixing or correcting, short of re-publishing.
Is a lack of planning or investment fatal? Of course not. But it is much easier if you understand those implications early so you can make an informed decision. Consider the following.
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What she’ll be speaking about:
Raising children alone while running a business can be daunting, intimidating and exhausting, but Sylvia Hubbard couldn’t afford to wait until conditions were perfect. She inspires and instructs other single mothers how to become successful Mompreneurs with the three P’s: Planning, Praying and Parenting.
I really hope you guys join me for a great night of inspiration in Metro Detroit. Get your tickets early before it’s all sold out.
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C.K. Brooke has experience editing and proofreading for both traditional and self-published authors in various genres, including adult romance, young adult and middle-grade novels, fantasy, memoir, and much more. She is an in-house editor for 48fourteen, Break Through Author, and The Parliament House Press. References are available upon request.
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