Nothing but the Words
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.
Episodes
137 episodes
4 Reasons Successful Authors Go on Writer's Retreats & You Should Too
Struggling to find time to write your book? Maybe you have to fight for time to even think about what you want to write. Listen to discover why many successful authors rely on writer's retreats to get momentum and make progress with th...
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Episode 137
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16:09
How to Write Your Business Memoir, ft. Anita Henderson, author of "Becoming the Minimalist Entrepreneur"
Writing a how-to book isn’t the only way to grow your business as an author. In this episode, you’ll meet Anita Henderson, author of “Becoming the Minimalist Entrepreneur.” Anita shares why she wrote a memoir of her professional life, including...
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Episode 136
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48:41
The Art of Marketing Your Book, ft. Nadine Mullings, Book & Biz Marketing Expert
Whether you land a traditional book deal or self-publish, getting the word out about your book is always your responsibility. Find out how you can do it well--without spending a fortune or stressing yourself out.Marketing exper...
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Episode 135
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44:58
How to Keep Writing This Summer & Why You Should
With all the fun, travel, and distractions of summer, how do you keep writing your book? In this episode, you'll discover how to decide if you should try to write your book this summer, and if so, how to do it. (It's not nearly as h...
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Episode 134
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10:55
Why I Really Want You to Write Your Book in 2024
As the year gets underway, lots of people are falling off the wagon when it comes to their New Year's resolutions and annual goals. But what about the people who aren't? What about the people who are sticking to their resolution to make this th...
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Episode 133
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14:37
Book Envy: Make It Work for You
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, boo...
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Episode 132
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11:11
Lean In to Your Strengths to Write a Better Book
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 s...
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Episode 131
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12:29
4 Unexpected Early Benefits of Outlining Your Book
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 ...
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Episode 130
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11:32
The Successful Author's Secret Weapon
You know all those authors whose books you admire, people who put out book after book? Here's a little secret about them: They're no smarter than you are.That may be hard to believe, but it's true. The big difference between th...
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Episode 129
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10:02
Increase Your Impact and Income Beyond Your Book, ft. Parchelle Tashi
Why are you writing your book? Whatever your reasons, your book should help you have a greater (hopefully, positive) impact on your readers and on the world. And you should also earn a return on the investment of time, money, energy, and creati...
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Episode 128
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44:43
Why Writing a Book Feels Too Hard & How to Change That
Writing a book requires effort, but it doesn't have to be the painful. It's not a chore. It's not another task on your to-do list. It's something you get to do, and it can transform your life and the lives of your readers. Even if it feel...
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Episode 127
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10:59
Write Your Book Faster with Writing Dates
Shortcuts and hacks will typically fail you, but if you want to write more consistently and finish your book faster, there are proven strategies that can help. Find out why writing dates can help you get into flow and make a huge difference in ...
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Episode 126
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11:32
3 Big Reasons Not to Use ChatGPT to Write Your Book
Anything that makes writing a book a little easier can be appealing, but shortcuts are rarely as good as they look. Using ChatGPT and similar software to write your book can create major problems. In this episode, you'll discover 3 significant ...
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Episode 125
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13:12
Writing a Book to Create Real Social Change
DEIB consultant and interior design expert Jessica Bantom was determined to write a book that would impact her industry in a positive way. With "Design for Identity," she has managed to write a book that can reach design students in classrooms ...
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Episode 124
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When and How to Get a Foreword for Your Book
Do you really need a foreword for your book? Need is a strong word, and not one that applies here. But for the right kinds of books, a strong foreword can make a real difference in your book sales--even if your readers flip right past it. In th...
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Episode 123
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11:09
3 Ways Coaches and Consultants Know They're Ready to Write a Book
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 yo...
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Episode 122
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8:08
Keep Your Promise to Your Readers, ft. Rachel Luna, author of "Permission to Offend"
What takes a book from good to great? Listen in as author and master coach Rachel Luna describes her journey from book proposal to book deal and from writing her book to seeing it hit the bestseller list. Rachel lets us peek behind the curtain ...
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Episode 121
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48:02
3 Ways to Write Your Book Faster (And Make It Better)
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 ...
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Episode 120
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10:15
Writing and Illustrating Children's Books, ft. author Kimberly Wyman
If you've been thinking you might just want to write a children's book, this episode with author-illustrator Kimberly Wyman, author of "Grow Love," is for you. Kimberly shares how she made time to write in the midst of a busy life, ...
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Episode 119
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34:05
15 Prompts to Defeat Writer's Block and Finish Your Book
If you ever get stuck in your writing, please know you're not the only one. Most authors experience some amount of writing block as they write. Some are so blocked, they can't even get started! Use these 15 writing prompts to get over writer...
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Episode 118
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12:39
The Real Reason People Trust Your Expertise After You Write a Book
Why do you trust the person who wrote a book on a topic to know what they're talking about? Why do you see authors as experts? Probably for the same reasons everyone else does.In this episode, discover how writing your book will set you...
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Episode 117
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8:52
When Writing Your Book Is Really All about You
It might sound selfish. It might go against everything you've been taught. But the truth is writing your book can't be all about your readers. Any project that requires this level of commitment has to also serve you. In this episode, discover w...
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Episode 116
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8:24
What It’s Really Like to Have a Traditional Book Deal, featuring Miriam Schulman, Author of "Artpreneur"
Have you ever thought about pursuing a traditional book deal? Does the idea excite you, and maybe scare you just a little? In this episode, Miriam Schulman, author of "Artpreneur," shares the pros and cons of her experience publishing with one ...
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Episode 115
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30:48
4 Ways to Make Sure You Don't Give Up on Writing Your Book
Don't give up on your book! Writing a book is like any other goal that takes more than a few days to accomplish. It's really easy to slowly give up on it. This week, you only write on three of your planned days. Next week, you only write on one...
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Episode 114
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11:06
6 Ways to Make Readers Fall in Love with Your Book
There's nothing worse than buying a book only to find it's a huge disappointment. Your readers deserve better, and as an author, you deserve to write and publish a book you're proud of. Luckily there are simple ways to make sure you write a boo...
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Episode 113
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