• perfectionism

    Perfectionism Kills Books!

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    As the Director of Acquisitions here at Xulon Press, I can honestly say I love what I do. There is no greater reward than helping a budding author envision their book and bring it to reality. But I often note a common factor holding writers back. Perfectionism. People think they have to make their book perfect before they can even consider publishing. Now, I am not saying an author shouldn’t work on making his or her book the best it can be, but I am saying the fear of perfectionism kills books. Here’s what I commonly hear: I am not an expert…

  • Become part of a special class!

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    Just like a graduating class, many writers in 2014 made the decision to move forward with having their book published for others to read and enjoy. This unique group ranges from those who just have a raw book idea they need help developing to those who have finished writing and editing. I want you to join this group! I love hearing people’s stories. How they’ve had their book dreams for awhile but just didn’t know what to do. Nothing compares to hearing them share how their book idea was birthed inside of them in prayer or through a series of…

  • How authors can overcome their doubt

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    Recently, I’ve been blessed to work with a number of authors in one-on-one coaching sessions. In helping them begin their publishing journeys, I’ve needed to help them overcome the obstacles of doubt and lack of confidence. Despite having excellent ideas for their writing, many struggled in thinking their book would ever matter. I noticed four areas where lack of confidence was most evident: Doubt in their writing abilities. Doubt in their message or story. Doubt their book would ever sell. Doubt their book would have an impact on the lives of others. Do you sometimes feel these too? One aspect…

  • FInd Your Passion

    Two Things You Must Have to Write a Good Book

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    The question I am asked most frequently by aspiring authors is “What does it take to write a really good book, one that people would enjoy reading?” While the simple answers to that question are “great content” and “great editing,” there are two critical characteristics you’ll find in almost every best selling book. The Author’s Passion and Insight. Great books are written by authors that are passionate about their message or subject. When you write with passion about something you have great knowledge or insight about, your book will become alive because it has been birthed through your heart and…