Melinda Copp

How to Make Writing Your Book Easier

I'm no expert in human behavior, but as far as I can tell, we as a species thrive on routine. I know for a fact that both my sons behave better when they know what to expect. For example, this morning school was delayed for two hours because of the weathe... Read >

Nonfiction Book Blueprint; How to Construct Your Book One Layer at a Time

With a project as big and important as writing a book, working from a plan-or blueprint-will make everything easier and more fun. Following a blueprint allows aspiring authors to make their ideas work, just like construction crews use blueprints to build ... Read >

Self Publishing versus Traditional Publishing -- How to Choose the Best Option for Your Book

Every aspiring author thinks about publishing his or her book. And with so many options available in this day and age (self-publishing, electronic publishing, traditional publishing, print-on-demand, etc.), if you're writing a book, then you have a lot to... Read >

Four Secrets to Earning Income as an Author

Authors write books because they're passionate about the topic and the message they have to share with the world. But it's also nice to make a little money doing it. Your book can create a substantial stream of income for you, particularly when you use th... Read >

Write a Book One Piece at a Time

Breaking down the task of writing your book into a series of smaller jobs and assigning a topic to each section is often a more effective way to begin than trying to figure out the whole book at once—it breaks the process into specific tasks. A man ca... Read >

How to Find Your Book Writing Rhythm

Writing a book often takes longer than anticipated because many writers don't have a process or ritual that helps them work efficiently. All experienced writers develop a rhythm to their work with practice and experience. They do things to become more eff... Read >

Some Books Don't Work! How to Write a Book that Grows Your Business

You've probably heard all this before: writing a book is one of the most powerful marketing tools available to coaches, consultants, speakers, and professionals. It can establish or enhance your brand and unique positioning. It can attract a steady strea... Read >

Five Easy Ways to Improve Everything You Write

Whether you're working on a book or your next blog post, writing is a practice. It's not about being good or bad--it's about constantly seeking ways to improve, no matter where you are with your skills. Every time you write, it gets a little easier. But a... Read >

Back to Writing--How to Finish the Book You Started and Set Aside

Sometimes, for any number of reasons, even the most well-intentioned writers need to put book projects aside before they're complete. Maybe they need to get clear about what they really want to say. Maybe they have another big project they need to focus o... Read >

When Writing a Nonfiction Book, Don't Put the Cart Before the Horse

What's the point of writing a book? Publishing it. In the end, that's what we're all after because writing is about sharing our ideas and knowledge. However, although publication is the ultimate goal, focusing too heavily on thatâ€"particularly when your ... Read >

Does the World Need Your Book?

If you're a coach, service professional, or consultant dedicated to making positive change in the world, then writing a book can do big things for your career. But that's not really what it's all about. Many of my clients have said, "If my book can ... Read >

See the Trees in the Forest; Where to Start Writing Your Book

When you want to write a book, figuring out where to start is one of the most problematic obstacles. When I talk to aspiring authors, this is one of the most common challenges that comes up. And it can hold back even the most motivated people. You kno... Read >

Your Book Won't Succeed Without It--Seriously

As writers, we tend to think about writing and what it takes to write a book. But what about reading a book? Although it doesn't take near as long as the writing part, it still takes a while. When you ask someone to read your book, you're asking them to s... Read >

Why NOW is the Best Time to Write Your Book

If you've been thinking about writing a book for a long time, then you're definitely not alone. It's one of those projects that can easily be put off so more immediate things can get done. I know I tend to put things off (especially big things) unless I h... Read >

Commitment; The Only Way to Get Your Book DONE!

Millions of people want to write a book. However, less than 10 percent of them actually accomplish that goal. The reason, I'm willing to bet, is that the other 90 percent of aspiring authors are not truly committed to the project, and so they never get it... Read >