What Does a Book Coach Actually Do? (And Why You Might Need One)

If you are reading this, then you probably know what it feels like to have that persistent nudge — the one that says, “You should write a book”?

Maybe it’s a story that won’t leave you alone. A lived experience that others could learn from. Or wisdom you’ve gained that you know could change lives. The intention is there… but the how can feel so overwhelming.

That’s where a book coach comes in.

So… What Is a Book Coach?

I get asked all the time what a Book Coach does? Think of a book coach as your creative midwife, strategic guide, and personal cheerleader — all rolled into one.

I walk alongside you through the messy parts of writing, helping you move from idea in your head to finished manuscript in your hand — with heart, clarity, and direction.

Here’s What I Actually Do:

I help you clarify your message and your audience
You may know what you want to say, but not how to say it — or who it’s truly for. I help you refine your idea so it speaks directly to the people who need it most.

I help you turn your ideas into a solid, workable structure
Structure gives your book strength. I help you organize your thoughts into chapters, themes, or a journey your reader can follow with ease.

I support you through resistance, doubt, and blocks
Fear, perfectionism, and procrastination are part of the writing process. I help you get clarity on where you are going so you can move through any doubts with compassion and momentum.

I keep you on track with gentle but firm accountability
I’m here to encourage you, celebrate your wins, and help you keep going — even when life gets busy or doubts creep in — and I do that with a structured coaching program designed to get you on track and keep you there until you are finished.

I help you protect your voice and vision
This is your book. I don’t rewrite your words — I help you say what you really mean in a way that sounds like you.

I guide you toward publishing with purpose
If you want to publish — whether through self-publishing, hybrid, or traditional routes — I’ll help you find the right path, avoid costly mistakes, and share your book with confidence.

Why Do I Do What I Do?

Because too many incredible women stay stuck in the “someday” of writing their book. They live too long with what can only be described as the ache of longing to be a published author.

But your story? Your lessons? Your voice? They matter — and someone out there is waiting for them. Have you ever considered that?

The main reason I do it though is because I love doing it. I love being a part of the creative process and the growth that authors inevitably go through to finish their books.

I love helping them see the full potential of their experience and their knowledge, and I love seeing them transition from someone who is uncertain and lacking in confidence, to someone who knows exactly what they have to offer and what a difference they can potentially make through their book.

The bottom line is that you don’t have to do it alone. You can write your book — and feel the pride, the power and the deep sense of completion that comes with that.


🖋️ If you are curious about working with a book coach? Let’s have a conversation. No pressure. Just a warm, supportive chat about your book dreams and how we could bring them to life.

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It’s Christmas Time

What a year it has been!!

I want to say a sincere thank you from the bottom of my heart to those of you who have been opening our emails, reading our blog, watching our videos and listenning to our podcast each week.

I also want to express my heartfelt gratitude to our community of 200+ authors who chose to put their trust in us by allowing us to bring their stories to life.  We do love our Disruptive Authors and not only do we value their trust, we appreciate the referrals they continue to send to us. Thanks.

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The Truth About Writing and Publishing a Book (Part II)

A couple of weeks ago I shared some insight into writing and publishing a book to give you a realistic idea of what to expect should you decide to write and publish your own book. 

This week I want to talk to you about another truth: you are going to have a lot of competition and you will need to be realistic.

The fact is, there are millions of books on the market, especially now that authors have access to Amazon Kindle and print-on-demand.  I guarantee that what you want to write about has already been written about many times, from many different perspectives.

So how do you make sure your book sells? Let’s talk about that…

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Are you just one decision away from a life you’ve dreamed of?

You only need to change course by one degree to end up at a completely different destination. ~ E James Rohn

I love this quote.  I have shared this quote time and time again over the years, and in particular, in my counselling practice when I had an overwhelmed client sitting in front of me who didn’t know where or how to start putting their life back together after a breakup or a loss.

It’s brought me endless hope and comfort to know that one degree can make such a big difference.  One step at a time.  One decision at a time.  One act at a time.

Today I heard this: 

You’re one decision away from a totally different life. ~ Tim Han

One degree.  One decision.  Completely different destination.  Totally different life.

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The Purposeful Author: Why an Author needs to be intentional about his writing.

As a self-published author, I know what a difference being published can make. Firstly, to the author – in terms of their self-esteem and the confidence they develop around their experience and the value they bring to their world – and secondly, to their readers who, of course, benefit from the content shared in a book – whether it be shared for entertainment or for educational purposes.

I first published 8 years ago when the 2nd biggest print-on-demand company was just 1 year old. Since then I have helped more than 200 authors aged between 8 and 78 to become published and many of them I have worked with on several occasions, which has been enormous fun.

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The Truth About Writing and Publishing a Book (Part I)

Do you want to know the real truth about writing and publishing a book?

Writing and publishing a book takes effort.  It can be hard work.  There I said it!  It’s not the glamorous, inspired, get-in-the-flow-and-glide-through-life lifestyle we all like to think it will be.

Words rarely fall out of people and land perfectly on a page in a way that moves readers like they’ve never been moved before.  To have an impact like that takes time and effort, planning and skill.

And there are many things that need to be done to become a successfully published author, many of which are a huge surprise to most first-time authors.

There are a few key principles, however, that can make the process of writing and publishing a book way more satisfying and effort-less than they might be if you aren’t aware of these things. Let me tell you what they are…

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Top 10 reasons why a solopreneur should contribute to a compilation book project

At Disruptive Publishing, we have a lot of experience putting authors together in compilation book projects, so we can tell you from experience that they are a great idea for first time authors and for solopreneurs who want to self-publish but are short on time and funds. Let me tell you all the reasons why.

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Author versus Authorpreneur: Which are you?

Our world has changed dramatically, thanks, in a very large part, to the Internet.  This has given rise to a whole new way of being for everyone, not just authors. 

We now have a whole generation of adults who have only ever known a life where the internet is central to every part of it, and if us authors don’t get ahead of the game, we are going to be left behind.

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Writing and The Inner Critic: Why do you really want to write that book?

I had a lovely conversation recently with one of my Women Of Wisdom (#WOWFactor) who has been published in several compilation books and is now in the process of writing her own wonderful book about her particular area of passion and an area she has been working in for decades.

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Publishing Options. What’s Best For You?

For many people, writing the book is something they would really love to say they have achieved. To be able to say you are a published author is a remarkable experience. 

Writing the book, however, is just one part of the process of becoming a published author. There is a much bigger picture than many aspiring authors realise. 

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