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KN Literary Arts is a full-service book studio offering editorial services and marketing strategy for books, book proposals and more! For a free consultation, visit knliterary.com/questionnaire.
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5 Myths About Working with a Ghostwriter
Do you think authors who work with ghostwriters are cheating or that a ghostwriter would never be able to write your book in your voice? If so, this is for you!
In this video, I’m debunking five common myths about ghostwriting.
Watch and enjoy,
Kelly Notaras
Founder of KN Literary Arts:
Professional book editing, ghostwriting, coaching and self-publishing services. We connect authors with publishing experts for proposals and manuscripts.
KEY MOMENTS
01:27 Myth #1
03:24 Myth #2
05:41 Myth #3
08:04 Myth #4
09:50 Myth #5
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In this video, I’m debunking five common myths about ghostwriting.
Watch and enjoy,
Kelly Notaras
Founder of KN Literary Arts:
Professional book editing, ghostwriting, coaching and self-publishing services. We connect authors with publishing experts for proposals and manuscripts.
KEY MOMENTS
01:27 Myth #1
03:24 Myth #2
05:41 Myth #3
08:04 Myth #4
09:50 Myth #5
DON’T MISS THESE RESOURCES:
Grab Kelly's book "The Book You Were Born To Write": bit.ly/3gntoBt
3 Classic Book Outlines: resources.knliterary.com/3-Classic-Book-Outlines
FIND KN LITERARY ARTS HERE:
Blog: knliterary.com/blog/
Instagram: knliteraryarts
Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/knliterary/
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From Self-Published to Book Deal: Interview with Emory Hall, Author of “Made of Rivers”
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Many aspiring authors think that if they self-publish, they’ll never be able to get a book deal with a traditional publisher. But this is a myth! In fact, self-publishing can be the way that you get signed with a traditional publisher. Listen in on this interview with poet Emory Hall, author of “Made of Rivers.” Emory self-published her book through our assisted self-publishing service and went...
How to Make Your Book Word-of-Mouth Worthy - Write a book that people share with their friends!
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There’s nothing more important to your book marketing plan than word-of-mouth! But how do you get good word-of-mouth on your book? Can you even control it? We’ve got four tips that will help ensure that people want to tell their friends about your book! Watch and enjoy, Kelly Notaras Founder of KN Literary Arts: Professional book editing, ghostwriting, coaching and self-publishing services. We ...
How to Read Like a Writer: Aspiring Authors Need to Know This Publishing Industry Expectation
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Do you read books in the genre that you’re writing in? Some first-time authors avoid reading in their genre because they’re worried about stealing someone else’s idea, getting intimidated or accidentally imitating another author’s voice. Sound familiar? In the publishing world, it is well-known that successful authors read a lot, including their competition! Reading books on the bookshelf where...
4 Book Publishing Scams to Avoid
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Unfortunately, authors need to be on the lookout for book publishing scams! In this video, we’ll explain the red flags that might indicate a scam from an agent or publisher so you can beware and do deeper research if someone is promising you something that sounds too good to be true. Watch and enjoy! Kelly KEY MOMENTS: 01:10 Red Flag #1 03:24 Red Flag #2 05:24 Red Flag #3 07:26 Red Flag #4 09:0...
4 Reasons Why Entrepreneurs Should Write a Book
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Have you ever thought about using a book to get the word out about your service or product-based business? I deeply believe that entrepreneurs should consider writing a book. Writing and publishing a book transformed my business, and I think it could do the same for you. Mentioned in this video: Get started with our 3 book outline templates: resources.knliterary.com/3-Classic-Book-Outlines Grab...
3 Things Publishers Wish You Knew About Book Proposals
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Calling all non-fiction writers: If you hope to get a literary agent and a book deal with a traditional publisher, this is for you! The first thing you will need is a book proposal to submit to agents and publishers-one that really gets their attention. In this video, I will share three things publishers wish you knew about book proposals. These tips will help you put your best foot forward whe...
Writing as an Act of Self-Love
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Is it worth writing a book that you might never publish? Many writers come to us who are working on telling their story for their own healing-because their heart has told them that it must be written. Writing can be an act of self-love and self-care and a worthy use of your time. If this resonates with you, enjoy this video! You can get started writing your story with our “100 Moments” exercise...
4 Common Memoir Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
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If you’re planning to write a memoir, this is for you! I’ve been an editor in the US publishing industry for 25 years and these are the 4 mistakes I see authors make when they want to publish their story. Plus, you’ll learn my tips on how to make your memoir un-put-downable. I talk about choosing a theme for your memoir multiple times in this video. You can learn more about how to do that here:...
How Does Impostor Syndrome Show Up for Writers?
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Do you ever sit down to work on your book and suddenly start thinking things like, “I don’t know who I am to write a book,” “who would want to read anything I have to say” or, “I’ll never be a published author?” You are not alone! You are experiencing impostor syndrome as a writer, and this video will help you through it. Watch and enjoy! Kelly Get Kelly’s meditation for writers who aren’t writ...
3 Tips for Overcoming Writer's Block
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Are you struggling with writer’s block and wondering how you’re ever going to finish your book? I’m sharing my three top tips for working through writer’s block and getting back into your writing flow. Download my FREE list of writing prompts that beat writer’s block: resources.knliterary.com/some-useful-writing-prompts Grab my book, "The Book You Were Born To Write": bit.ly/3gntoBt Watch and E...
Plot Your Story in Five Sentences with Rebecca Thorne
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Are you struggling to write an outline for your narrative memoir or novel? This interview with author, Rebecca Thorne will give you a new way to plan your plot. If you want to know how to become a novel writer, this video will help you get one step closer! Download Rebecca’s Five-Sentence Method Diagram: resources.knliterary.com/5sentences Rebecca’s Website: rebeccathorne.net/ Rebecca’s TikTok:...
Finding Your Voice as a Writer with Kate Christensen
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Are you struggling to bring your most authentic voice to the page? Listen in on my interview with award-winning novelist and memoirist Kate Christensen. Kate has spent years cultivating her own voice and teaches other authors how to do so as well! Watch and Enjoy! Kelly Recommended in this video: Write What You Don’t Know by Allegra Huston and James Navé: bookshop.org/a/80650/9798986715407 (aff...
Traditional vs Self Publishing: Pros and Cons Authors Need to Know
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Do you know the main differences between self-publishing vs traditional publishing? These pathways have changed a lot over the years and we want to help you choose which method will work best for you as an author! Watch and Enjoy! Kelly 🌟Grab Kelly's book "The Book You Were Born To Write": bit.ly/3gntoBt 🌟The Ultimate Self-Publishing Guide: knliterary.com/2020/12/18/how-to-self-publish-a-book/ ...
Debunking 3 Myths Most First-Time Authors Believe
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Debunking 3 Myths Most First-Time Authors Believe
How to Stay Motivated to Write Your Book
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How to Stay Motivated to Write Your Book
Why "Platform" is the Most Important Word in the Publishing Industry Today
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Why "Platform" is the Most Important Word in the Publishing Industry Today
What Writers Need to Know About the Publishing Industry Today
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What Writers Need to Know About the Publishing Industry Today
An Unexpected Recommendation for Aspiring Authors
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An Unexpected Recommendation for Aspiring Authors
Why Should I Hire an Editor If I Plan to Traditionally Publish?
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Why Should I Hire an Editor If I Plan to Traditionally Publish?
Are You Writing a Memoir or Autobiography
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Are You Writing a Memoir or Autobiography
Writing a Book to Grow Your Business: An Interview with Amy Porterfield, Author of Two Weeks Notice
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Writing a Book to Grow Your Business: An Interview with Amy Porterfield, Author of Two Weeks Notice
How to Reach Your Writing Goals Using Daily Journaling
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How to Reach Your Writing Goals Using Daily Journaling
Interview with Elisa Hallerman - Writing Your Soul-Centered Book
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Interview with Elisa Hallerman - Writing Your Soul-Centered Book
How to Write a Memoir: 4 Things You Need
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How to Write a Memoir: 4 Things You Need
The key message for me was the value of bringing a talented, professional ghostwriter to couple with you so you can take your project from the beginning to the end. That's the goal, right? To get your message out of your heart and its the world? Great job busting myths, Kelly. We appreciate your wisdom, talent and energy!
You had great memories, i only can remember negatives members. I went through hell growing up. But i learned a lot in my latter years. How can i write my story?
not a requirement, it's helpful to get a better grasp on the genre itself but harmful to those who are susceptible to taking too much inspiration from others and ending up with a knockoff story of a popular book
I beta read as a freelancer. I have told sooo many authors to go to the library and read books in that genre. There are so many benefits to it.
Yes! Thank you for sharing your experience! 🫶
I'm dying of brain cancer and I came up with the idea that I want to tell my life story in hopes of maybe inspiring somebody or helping somebody else through trauma in life. I have this is trauma from my 13th and 14th year that has haunted me all my life absolutely ruined my life actually I never married never had children destroy all my relationships with women. I confess to God until at least one other human being and tried to move forward in my life and put it behind me, but of course it's always there. I'll be 60 on my next birthday what if I was to add this trauma to my memoirs all My Good Life works and help and friendships that I've had could possibly be totally damaged and on today's judgmental attitudes of appropriate behavior and inappropriate behavior dangerous or even worse. How do I write a memoir and keep such a huge secret that could reunion my family and my life memory that I'm trying to preserve. What would you do?
Thank you for sharing some of your story. We often recommend that people write their book as if no one will ever read it, just so you can get it all out and experience some healing from it. In the editing process, you can decide what you want to leave in or take out. This video may be helpful for you as well: ua-cam.com/video/Cywq-2FqOh0/v-deo.htmlsi=14RV80K-z5zf88xI
Perfect. Just what I needed.
We're so glad!
Beautiful, inspiring and thought-provoking interview! Thank you both for taking the time to do this.
Glad you enjoyed it!
So, write a book to gain a following of people that want to hire you for your “other” services… huh!? Hire an editor that’s in your budget… huh!? My brain isn’t accustomed to thinking about increasing my clientele for my 3d printed horseshoe business by writing a book. So, if I have no money to afford an editor, I guess I’ll just continue editing the book on my own. Also, if I’m spending a small amount of money on an editor because its what I set aside for it, doesn’t that mean I’m getting lower quality editing, so I should just stick to doing it on my own?
Needed to hear this again! Thank you for the nudge in this important direction, Kelly.
You are so welcome!
How much does a good ghostwriter cost?
Great question! I can't speak for other companies, but our pricing is based on word count. We would help you estimate your book's word count based on genre and other factors. To get some investment estimates, please schedule a free call with one of our Publishing Consultants to discuss the options here: knliterary.com/schedule/ We'd be happy to chat with you!
Evening Kelly, I have a very rare illness and I feel people because of bias, neglect, need to learn about, chronic pain, Just what a day is like, It’s hard , Help Also My life started as a child in a abusive family, in a small minded town, Can his flow,
Thanks for sharing some of your story with us. It sounds like working with a coach or editor would help you organize your ideas and experiences into a cohesive book. You can schedule a call with one of our Publishing Consultants to discuss the options here: knliterary.com/schedule/
Super inspiring and helpful for an author still searching for a literary agent after 36 email attempts. Nice to know that self-publishing can lead to a publishing deal.
Absolutely! We're so glad it was helpful! 💛
This was a terrific interview, but it also reminded me of one big truth about getting your book published with a traditional publisher: It helps to know somebody (that's how Emery found the agent who was critical to her reaching out to the more appropriate publishers). When you don't know somebody and are reaching out to hundreds of agents, most of whom never even acknowledge receipt of your work, well, that's a very lonely and frustrating and discouraging (not to mention exhausting) process to have to go through. Thank you, though, for a most informative and lively discussion.
We're so glad you enjoyed the interview! It can certainly help to know people in the industry but brand new authors are getting published all the time. You can do this!
Amazing interview. Exellent content. I've never heard anyone but Kelly talk about this potential path to publishing. I didn't know that it existed. One tiny critique: the edits were a bit jarring for me. I don't find it necessary to cut out the awkward parts and moments of silence. It feels better to leave it all in there, so that it's a bit more authentic. People are accustomed to long podcasts with little to no edits these days. I could have listened to this for an hour.
Thanks for your feedback. We're so glad you found this interview interesting!!
Thank you, Kelly and Emory! I needed to hear this. And I’m anxious to get my hands on a copy of this book. Sounds beautiful. Congratulations!!
You're so welcome! Thanks for your kind words.
Hi My memoir is going slow, because I have so many things that need attention, but to do that I’d be writing forever , I have to learn to cut it down, or do more stories, about my / our life, I know it will be a memoir thanks Kelly, x 🌹
We're so glad you're writing down your story. It's ok to go slow.
The information you provided in this video is priceless!! I work in the film industry and you knocked it out of the park with this one. I've an outline, character building, now I can start on my plot. This video pushed me out of my two week rut!! Absolutely Amazing!!
Wonderful! You can do it!!🌟
Yeah, girl I like what you’re saying and it’s very encouraging. I found you because out of the blue at 65 I finally realized I have an entire story to tell and am ready to tell it. I began to research. It would be wonderful if from the jump it became a NY Best seller, but it’s also therapeutic and a goal. Some people will find it, and I do believe that. However, if I never try to learn to write it and do it, no one will ever find it. Thanks for your optimistic spirit 👍🏽
Thanks for commenting! We're so glad you're feeling encouraged 💛
What I liked was her need for authenticity to herself before coping with "marketability" and other people's judgments. That resonates with me as well. Was it Emerson that said "To thine own self be true?"
We're so glad Emory's journey resonated with you!
How do we get beyond the survey on the KN page to GET to a coach?!
You can fill out the form on this page to schedule a free call with one of our Publishing Consultants: knliterary.com/schedule/ They'll learn more about your project and help you get started with coaching if it's right for you.
Congratulations Emory for following your own truth in your writing and publishing of this lovely book of poetry!
Thanks for commenting!!
I was super excited for this until I saw her 100k+ followers on IG. I feel caught in the chicken/egg battle of trying to grow an audience while also spending time writing my novel. Any tips for balancing the two would be much appreciated 🙏
We have a blog post that may provide some clarity: knliterary.com/2023/04/11/book-or-platform-first/ Don't forget, everyone starts at zero!
This is wonderful!! I identify so much with this author!
We're so glad!!
Kelly, you presented yet another terrific way to get a novel out into the world. Thank you. Congratulations Emory! I'll follow your new release in November. I lost my older sister when I was 13 and like you, found my journals to be very helpful in not just making sense of my emotions, but setting them free.
Thanks for commenting! We're so glad Emory's journey resonated with you. 💛
Kelly, I appreciate your sharing this information! You are a superb mentor and I look forward to engaging your team in the near future. Take care
Thanks for commenting! We look forward to supporting you when the time is right!
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Thanks for commenting!
How do I peek interest, from a abusive childhood, To terminal illness marriage , to family, life, and loneliness, Thx
It can help to read other books in your genre to see how the author shaped their story. Also, choosing the theme for your memoir can help. We have a guide for this here: resources.knliterary.com/choosing-themes-for-your-memoir
Thank you so much, You just saved me doing a real hate book against trauma, Etc, And I can see your thinking can work, because My book has festered since a child , Thank you, again, 🌹
So glad it was helpful for you!
Thank you so much for this exercise. This is really helpful to me as I was actually just getting anxious about the order of my book. I appreciate you ma’am ❤️
You're so welcome! We're glad it helped.
The French Woman channels her memoirs through her future incarnate - proving The Curse to be real. The Curse of the French Woman.
Thanks for sharing!
Okay, I've gained some insights and had to watch this video a couple of times, but I didn't actually know what to do next. Okay, I have an idea of someone I want to connect with. I should binge-read their books since I don’t have a podcast or blog. If I did have a significant online presence, I wouldn’t need this video. After reading, I should write a review for the ones I like. Then I guess I need to inform them, 'Hey, I wrote a review for you.' What should I do next? Should I ask them questions that I genuinely have at this point and try to start a conversation? We don’t have any networking connections, and honestly, I live in a place where literary networking events aren’t common. And then I’m supposed to write, somehow, a subtle ‘if you’d like’ ask? Like something along the lines of, ‘I really liked [specific aspect]. I’d love to have you as a beta reader, as your feedback is very interesting to me. Do you do that?’ Or something similar? Then they will know who I am and what I write, and from there, the possibilities are open (?) Sorry, can you break it down into simple steps for human mortals who have never networked before? They feel inspired but need a step-by-step guide that doesn’t require traveling to networking events in different countries.
I like that you share stuff based on your experience and don’t just tell people what to do. Anyway, a couple of notes and questions: 1. 'Words of praise' sounded a bit too much to me. I recently wanted to publish a digital product and asked for feedback. Then I edited it for brevity and asked the beta reader if I could show it as a review. He agreed. What do you think about that approach? Just asking them how the book was, summarizing it in their own words, and not making the big ask of creating their own endorsement? 2. About the help part - okay, I see why an established editor like you could do some favors. I just wish some established author in my industry had something they could ask from me. 3. Established authors in the industry. Which industry? Amazon lets you put your book into 3 categories. 4. I don’t have any idea what you mean by 'canon.' Do you mean that our books are similar? Honestly, I don’t think I’d be persuaded by that if I were in their shoes. The only thing that might move me to endorse a stranger, being brutally honest, is if this stranger had helped me in the past or has a following.
I like this viedio very much . Thank u so much 🦋 From india , Kerala 🇮🇳
You're so welcome! Thanks for commenting✨
Thank you Kelly, this has been very helpful as my title and hook keeps changing. latest title, "Walking Into the Light Without sight; A New Vision for What Is Possible". with the hook being...A woman shares her experiences in opening the door to the spirit world, and how we all have the ability to make this connection.
Thanks for sharing your title and hook! We're glad this video was helpful for you 💛
Just wrote my first draft this summer, but I have been researching the topic, the book of Revelation, for 3-4 years from hearing other people's takes followed by 2 years on my own, with almost nothing but the Word and the Holy Spirit. I never thought I would understand any book of the Bible well enough to write a book on it, let alone Revelation, but God has been so good to me! Praise the Lord! And yes, once I sat down to write it over the summer, since I teach through the year, the book came so easily. I do feel like some parts are much stronger than others, and so during the editing phase I want to strengthen the weaker parts and clarify the difficult content as much as possible. Hopefully, others will agree that this is the book I was born to write. My biblical knowledge and understanding has certainly exploded many times over.
Congratulations on completing your first draft! That's a huge accomplishment!
If anyone is looking for a publisher, here is one I do not recommend: Austin Macauley. They recently made sure not to report a few book sales to me, as best I can tell. Then, using some strange timing, they refused to keep publishing one of the books I wrote, and I made it available another way. I am still in shock.😢
We're sorry you're having that experience. Thanks for sharing!
i have been a drug addict for over 15 20 years, i had 3 kids and had the best baby daddy if you will. my youngest followed my steps and i lost her at the age of 20, i wanted to die, instead i went to a rehab and got clean, i now have two and a half years clean and sober. i also have a great relationship with my oldest daughter and my son. i wish my daughter who passed could of been here to be able to see that i was a good mom.....
Congratulations on two and a half years sober! Thanks for sharing part of your story.
Magnificent! Thank you
You're so welcome!
This learning exercise will help with boosting the memory and prevent Alzheimer's disease. Remembering your past is a part of your history and goals achieved since conception. This is the 21st century journey on enlightenment and Nirvana. Journaling is back BABY!!! 🖕🖕 to the cameras and microphones. There's no required length. Attachment of photos is highly encouraged. Learn how to use a printer; printers are available at a public library or select retailers near you. What do you think Kelly?
This exercise can definitely help with remembering parts of your past. Thanks for sharing your perspective!
Thank you so much for your kind words on the cover- I had a blast working with Rebecca and love to see TTDS getting the love it deserves!
It really is stunning!
This has been helpful...I am almost finishing my book using this strategy🥰
That's wonderful! Good work!
Can you repeat what you said please.?
You can press the CC button at the bottom of the video to turn on closed captioning to read what Kelly says. Hope that helps!
Could transformational be a combination of the two? Or would it simply fall under autobiography? Thanks 🙂
We work with a lot of authors who are writing what we call a "Teaching Memoir." We have an example of what this kind of book would look like in our outline templates: resources.knliterary.com/3-Classic-Book-Outlines
Always the mom and dad at fault… too many memoirists don’t turn the spotlight where it belongs, on themselves.
Thanks for sharing your perspective. You might enjoy this interview Kelly did with author Kate Christensen. She speaks about not having arguments with people through your writing. ua-cam.com/video/NnnoCa7CjBc/v-deo.htmlsi=HNC9hSh369hdq5RY
Thank you. i love how fast you speak
Thanks for commenting!
I really want to write my story with overcoming addiction and creating a life I love 😊❤
Wonderful! We hope this exercise helps you get started. ✍️
I will. ty
I did this exercise just now. It took me an hour. It was hard to think of what to write, but I did it. I know it's stream of consciousness, but I still got hung up on thinking of what to write. I'm glad I did it, though. It sure stirred up some memories, both good and bad, and sure enough, there was some stuff I was hesitant to write. Thank you for this video! I definitely want to write something. Writing a memoir is something I want to do, among other things. It's hard to write, but I think I am enjoying the struggle of turning the gears in my brain to get thoughts out and onto paper. And I do like writing with pen and paper. Exercises like this are great!
That's wonderful! We're so glad you took this first step toward a memoir!
I made 100 things, that was all bed=fore I was 18. Please, I need your help if you are able. I must get my stories out. I am asking a lot. I am overwhelmed with trauma stories I need to write of. I will follow your advice and do the work, I need guidance and direction. I have so many questions I need answered and I understand your position. If you can, even a little, please will you send me an email to Lara. P. Wallace with an address I can send questions needed answers to continue my progress. I understand if you don't but I am desperate. I am in therapy as we speak and have been for years, and I respect your position. I just need writing direction on things like, should I write a series of short stories , a novel or consider a sitcom or movie script? Thank you for your content and it has been useful. I hope I'm not sounding crazy, I just keep running into walls trying to write this. Anything you can advise me on getting my story out will be greatly appreciated. Ty again for content and time.
We're so glad you're taking the time to write about your experiences. Kelly's book, "The Book You Were Born to Write" has an incredible amount of helpful information, so we recommend getting a copy of that. We also have professional book coaches who can advise you on how to turn your stories into a cohesive book. If you're interested in learning about how to work with one of our coaches, please fill out the form on this page to schedule a call with one of our Publishing Consultants: knliterary.com/schedule/
I am going to just write what I know. My experiences I guess? Ty so much for your video. I really need guidance.
When you're ready, a coach or editor can help you transform your stories into a cohesive book. There are many great memoirs about difficult life stories. It may be helpful for you to read some of those.