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Write Your Book Podcast

Hosted by author Jim Woods, The Write Your Book Podcast features short, practical insights about writing your book. Whether you've never written a book before or you're a seasoned pro looking for inspiration, this show will give you helpful insights you can use.
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Episodes

Pros and Cons of Writing as a Pantser

Are you a "pantser" writer? Maybe you're not sure. Here are some of the strengths and weaknesses of this writing approach. If you are ready to finish your book for real, check out storycrafting.net/finish

May 02, 20194 min

Don't let research become procrastination

Research is really sneaky. It can even start to replace writing time... if you're not really careful. That's the topic of today's show. If you want some support with your writing or you want to finish your book, drop me a line at jimwoodswrites@gmail.com Thanks for listening.

May 01, 20195 min

What A Cheap Wristwatch Taught Me About Writing Apps

Today's show is all about writing tools. I encourage you to find a simple tool that works well for you, not one that is fancy or has a lot of features. I learned this lesson from buying a new wristwatch and I share that story on the show. Want some support so you can FINISH your book? Check out storycrafting.net/finish for my coaching. Thanks for listening.

Apr 30, 20194 min

Why Cleaning Your Closet Will Help You Write More

A little stuck with your writing? Today's episode is all about why cleaning your closet will help you get back on track. I know it sounds counterintuitive, but it really works. Listen for more info. If you want some help hands-on with your writing or just some writing support, I'd love to help. Fire me an email at jimwoodswrites@gmail.com

Apr 29, 20194 min

Stop Fighting Your Brain (My Confession To You)

Struggling some today? That's okay. In today's podcast, I share my confession to you. I share how I was struggling and what I am doing about it. This episode is very practical and down-to-earth. I'm sure you probably can relate. Thanks for listening.

Apr 26, 20194 min

How To Know When You Need A Break

Feel like you need a bit of a break? I share a personal story about how just a brief conversation changed my perspective. In order to finish your book, it's important to pace yourself in a healthy way. Need some support? I'd love to help. Send me a message jimwoodswrites@gmail.com

Apr 26, 20196 min

Get To Know Your Real Audience

When you know your real audience, you'll connect with them more. You'll also be able to serve them better. This episode is all about knowing your audience. If you'd like some help, I'd love to help. Jimwoodswrites@gmail.com Thanks for listening!

Apr 25, 20194 min

A Super Simple Way To Maintain Writing Momentum

Struggling to keep writing? Here's a simple tip that you can use starting today to keep putting words on the page. If you'd like some writing support, check out my website jimwoodswrites.com. I'd love to help you out. Thanks for listening.

Apr 23, 20193 min

Writing When Traveling Part 2

Writing when traveling can be a bit tricky... especially when things pop up. But in today's podcast, I share how to get your writing done, even while you're traveling. For more writing support, check out storycrafting.net/finish . Thanks for listening.

Apr 22, 20193 min

Writing When Traveling Part 1

How do you get your writing done when traveling? In today's episode, I share a few thoughts about how you can keep working on your book even when traveling. If you need some help or support, check out storycrafting.net/finish . Thanks for listening and happy writing.

Apr 20, 20194 min

Is Your Idea Good Enough To Turn Into A Book?

How do you know if you should write a book about your idea? Is there enough to the idea? What steps should you take? I answer this question and give some practical steps to follow. I highly recommend a coaching call as well as I know it provides clarity and focus to the writing process. For more info, go to storycrafting.net/focus. Thanks for listening. You can reach me at jimwoodswrites@gmail.com...

Apr 19, 20195 min

When You Hate Your Book

Not happy with your book? Do you even hate it? That's okay. That's actually really normal. In today's episode I tell you why this is not a bad thing. If you're stuck, feel free to get a copy of The Storyfixer Sheet at storycrafting.net/storyfixersheet . Thanks for listening.

Apr 18, 20196 min

Let's Talk About Distraction And Focus

Struggling with your writing? You might have a focus problem. Maybe you are distracted. In today's podcast, I share my own struggles with focus and distraction as well as how I handle them. If you'd like some help with your writing, check out storycrafting.net/finish Thanks for listening.

Apr 17, 20195 min

Look Backward To Move Forward

Revisit your past to figure out what steps you can take today to finish. In today's podcast, I share my own personal story about how I used this mindset to make the right decision to keep moving forward. Wherever you are today, know you can finish your book. And I'd like to help. www.storycrafting.net/finish Thanks for listening.

Apr 16, 20196 min

Use These 2 Approaches To Help You Finish

We are all driven by fear or reward. In some cases, we might even be driven by both. Today's episode is all about how you can use these mindsets to help you finish your book. If you need any help, check out storycrafting.net/finish . Thanks for listening.

Apr 15, 20196 min

4 Simple Questions To Ask When You're Stressed Out

Are you frustrated? Maybe even thinking about quitting? Questioning everything? Here are 4 simple questions you can ask that can help guide you. If you would like some support, I'd love to help: jimwoodswrites@gmail.com Thanks for listening.

Apr 13, 20195 min

Set Yourself Up To Win

The little things you do everyday can completely change your day. So why not set yourself up to win? This can look very different for each person. Whether you work in an office, you're self employed or you're a stay-at-home parent, you can take small intentional steps to make the most out of your writing time. If you'd like some additional support just contact me jimwoodswrites@gmail.com Thanks for listening.

Apr 12, 20194 min

The Comparison Trap

First comes comparison, then envy and jealousy and feeling bad about your progress as a writer. That's how it works for me at least. In today's podcast I am brutally honest as I share one of my struggles. Thanks for listening. If you'd like to contact me, you can at Jimwoodswrites@gmail.com

Apr 11, 20195 min

Stop Questioning Yourself

As you're writing your book, you can erode your confidence by questioning yourself. I share some ways we do this by doing too much research or having too many influences. If you need some additional clarity, I mention how Morning Pages by Julia Cameron is a fantastic way to help you guide yourself. https://amzn.to/2KlQtUs (affiliate link) Thanks for listening.

Apr 10, 20196 min

Common Barriers To Look For

Common barriers such as shame, guilt, resistance and other forms of baggage will attack you as you get closer to the finishing your book. If you would like any help with your book, please feel free to contact me jimwoodswrites@gmail.com Thanks for listening.

Apr 09, 20197 min

What Writing Season Are You In?

There are different seasons each writer goes through when writing a book. So... which writing season are you in? For support or encouragement with your writing, visit www.storycrafting.net/finish Thanks for listening.

Apr 08, 20195 min

Being Brave Is Required

What if we think wrong about bravery? What if bravery isn't as glamorous as we think it is? In today's episode, I share what bravery really looks like. Need some support? Check out Storycrafting.net/finish Thanks for listening. Feel free to contact me jimwoodswrites@gmail.com

Apr 07, 20193 min

Give Yourself Extra Clarity

Struggle with getting stuck while writing your book or losing your way? The answer is to give yourself extra clarity. I share some examples of things that I am doing right now to give myself extra clarity as I write and edit. If you'd like some extra support, email me at jimwoodswrites@gmail.com Thanks for listening.

Apr 06, 20195 min

Recognizing Your Inner Critic

Today's episode is all about recognizing the annoying inner critic and then what you can do about it. I'd love your input as well, feel free to drop me a line about how you handle your inner critic: jimwoodswrites@gmail.com Thanks for listening.

Apr 05, 20195 min

It's Time To Celebrate

As writers and creators we rarely take the time to celebrate our accomplishments, so today on the 50th episode of the Finish Your Book Podcast I share why it is important to celebrate even the small victories. I sincerely hope this episode encourages you as you continue to work on your book. As always, thanks for listening. It's been an awesome first 50 episodes. If you have any feedback, I'd love to hear it jimwoodswrites@gmail.com

Apr 04, 20194 min

What Secret Rules Do You Have For Your Writing?

As writers, we often have secret rules that we believe about writing. In today's podcast I debunk some of the myths that I have in my mind about writing and share some of the common signs that something is a secret rule. If you would like to chat more about writing, drop me a line at jimwoodswrites@gmail.com Thanks for listening.

Apr 03, 20195 min

Getting Started With Video

Writers, if you want an audience to read your book, it's time to get started using video. I know this sounds scary if you're an introverted writer, but it doesn't have to be that way. In today's podcast I give you some simple actionable steps to take so you can start making videos. If you want any help or support, contact me jimwoodswrites@gmail.com Thanks for listening.

Apr 02, 20197 min

Get Paid To Write Your Book Using Medium

What if you could get paid to write your book? Sounds a little too good to be true, right? It's not. You can absolutely get paid to write your book using a website called www.Medium.com. If you'd like more info about how you can do this, feel free to contact me at jimwoodswrites@gmail.com Thanks for listening.

Apr 01, 20194 min

Momentum Shifts During Editing And Revising

You'll likely experience shifts of momentum during the editing and revision process with your book. That's the topic of today's podcast. If you're being challenged while editing your book, this episode will greatly encourage you. If you'd like some support for your writing, contact me jimwoodswrites@gmail.com and I'll do whatever I can to help. Thanks for listening!

Mar 31, 20196 min

Editing Your Book And Tools To Help

Editing your book is a lot like cleaning your house. I break it down step-by-step in today's episode and provide some practical tools to help you out such as the Storyfixer Sheet. You can get yours for free here: storycrafting.net/storyfixersheet Thanks for listening! Feel free to contact me: jimwoodswrites@gmail.com

Mar 30, 20196 min
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