5 Reasons Nonfiction Books Don’t Sell

5 Reasons Nonfiction Books Don’t Sell

Do you know why some nonfiction books don’t sell? Bestselling author and book coach Steve Donahue offers 5 insider tips to navigate the common pitfalls that hinder the success of nonfiction books.

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5 Mistakes First-Time Nonfiction Writers Make

5 Mistakes First-Time Nonfiction Writers Make

Are you a first-time writer working on a nonfiction manuscript? We all make mistakes along the way, but book coach Steve Donahue is here to help you anticipate and overcome five of the most common mistakes made by budding authors.

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Finding the Meaning in Your Memoir

Finding the Meaning in Your Memoir

If you want your memoir to leave a lasting impact on your readers, you need to uncover its defining message. Book coach Steve Donahue joins us on the blog to help you excavate and implement meaningful messaging in your memoir.

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Why Your Memoir Needs a Message

Why Your Memoir Needs a Message

Do you want people beyond your circle of friends to purchase your memoir? You need a well-crafted message. Book coach Steve Donahue joins us to explain why a clear and direct message about the lessons you’ve learned is such a powerful tool for memoir writers.

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5 Ghostwriting Myths: What a Top Ghostwriter Wants You To Know

5 Ghostwriting Myths: What a Top Ghostwriter Wants You To Know

From presidents to princes, ghostwriting has long been accepted in the world of traditional publishing. But due to its somewhat secretive nature, misconceptions about this service abound. Ghostwriter and book coach Steve Donahue joins us to pull back the curtain and give you an insider’s view on how this industry works.

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7 Ways to Get Unstuck and Finish Writing Your Book

7 Ways to Get Unstuck and Finish Writing Your Book

Getting stuck when writing your book is a common (and in many ways necessary) part of the writing process. But getting stuck indefinitely can be a sign of trouble. Luckily, book coach Steve Donahue has seven useful ways to get your manuscript moving again and help you finish writing your book.

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The 5-Step Author’s Guide to Getting Booked on Podcasts

The 5-Step Author’s Guide to Getting Booked on Podcasts

With millions of shows out there, podcasts are bigger than ever. And guesting on a podcast within your book’s niche has become a great way to promote yourself. Here’s book coach Steve Donahue with his 5-step process for getting booked on a podcast!

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7 Tips for Writing a Marketable Memoir

7 Tips for Writing a Marketable Memoir

A memoir is a truly personal project, but if you want to sell it, you can’t wait until you’re already finished writing to think about marketing. Book coach Steve Donahue shows you how to make your memoir marketable from the very first sentence with these 7 valuable tips.

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A Guide to Using Quotes, Excerpts, and Lyrics in Your Book

A Guide to Using Quotes, Excerpts, and Lyrics in Your Book

All writers are inspired by someone else’s creative work. It’s only natural to pay homage with a short excerpt or a verse from a song lyric. What could go wrong? To help you navigate the murky legal waters of copyright, book coach Steve Donahue has five important tips.

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The 5 Ingredients for Writing a Successful Nonfiction Book

The 5 Ingredients for Writing a Successful Nonfiction Book

A dollop of motivation…a heaping cup of great ideas...and a dash of support. In our latest blog post, book coach Steve Donahue helps you cook up a successful nonfiction book using a tried and true recipe of 5 key ingredients.

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