This week, I’m sharing an update on all things content-related, including Season 3 of this podcast and the StacyEnnis.com blog. Plus, I share a brief update on Nonfiction Book School. Keep listening for a special guest segment from my five-year-old son, Max. Connect with me and send your questions for a future episode at […]
Episode 23 | The story behind Nonfiction Book School
This week, I share the backstory of Nonfiction Book School, my new, live book-writing program for aspiring authors. But it’s not just a 411 on the program—it’s a story. A tale about sticking with your dreams, even when your vision seems hard and far and maybe even overly aspirational. I hope this story inspires you […]
Let me tell you a story about sticking with your dreams . . .
(A quick note before we dive in: registration for Nonfiction Book School closes August 5! Let’s write your book together: https://nonfictionbookschool.com/. OK, with that note, let’s get to the story!) Back in February of 2017, I sent my friend and colleague, Kelly, a 64-page document with the content plan and curriculum for what I called […]
Episode 21 | Stacy reads: My love story with writing
This week, I’m reading my latest blog post about how I fell, and stayed, in love with writing. Read the post at https://stacyennis.com/writinglove. Connect with me and send your questions for a future episode at https://stacyennis.com. Follow me on Instagram @stacyennis and on Facebook @stacyenniscreative.
5 writing truths from working with 100+ books
I delivered a book draft to a client this week. No matter how many books I’ve written, coached, or otherwise impacted over the years, the first draft is always an incredible milestone. And no matter how well I plan the process—how dedicated, focused, and organized I am—the last few weeks before a book deadline are […]
Episode 19 | Stacy reads: 5 writing truths from working with 100+ books
This week, I’m reading my latest blog post about what I’ve learned over the past ten plus years in the publishing industry, working with 100+ books at different capacities (author, ghostwriter, book coach, trainer, and editor). Read the post at https://stacyennis.com/writingtruths/. Download my free e-book, 4 Steps to a Great Book Idea, at https://stacyennis.com/bookidea/. Connect […]
Episode 16 | How to create a powerful writing routine
One thing most writers struggle with is . . . well, writing! Almost every aspiring and professional writer I know struggles to show up daily and engage in productive creativity. Drawing on a popular 2014 article on my site, I share some strategies on how to create a consistent writing routine. I also share, […]
Episode 14 | A four-step process to come up with a great book idea
The most asked question I get from aspiring authors: “Do you think my book idea is any good?” Answering this question requires a series of inquiries related to life and work vision, overall goals for publishing, and more. In this episode, I detail a four-step process to come up with a great book idea—plus provide […]
Episode 13 | Stacy reads: Unconventional: a look at our nontraditional family life
I get a lot of questions about our nontraditional home life. We live a location independent lifestyle as a family, my husband stays home with the kids, and I’m the sole earner for our household—and have been for more than seven years. This week, I’m reading my latest blog post, which opens the metaphorical curtain […]
Episode 12 | Ask Stacy: books, business, marketing, and childhood
This week, I’m answering your questions! I dig into whether to add an epilogue to a book, discuss business and marketing strategies for someone just starting out as a service-based solopreneur, share my not-so-subtle opinion on providing free samples as an editor or writer (and advice for authors looking to hire talent), and share two […]
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