In Her Own Ink

Why are you a book coach? A few people told me I inspired them to write their stories. I'm an author, book coach, peer counselor and trainer. First, I love writing. Writing comes easy to me. I've been journaling since I was a young girl. Teachers complimented my writing throughout grade school. Plus, I'm competitive. I believe I can make your light shine brighter. Like a beautician who enjoys styling people's hair and enhancing their appearance and confidence. Likewise, I like guiding authors on designing and finishing their books. Mental Health Field I like to help people. Aside from writing books and mentoring, I'm a peer counselor in recovery. Otherwise, known as a certified peer specialist. Currently, I work with people on their health plans. Specifically, I support individuals on their wellness to improve physical and mental wellbeing. Moreover, I have a wealth of knowledge and experience in training people. We all have a story, and I believe I can help you sha...

I've self-published seven books. I didn't wait for the perfect opportunity; I created one for myself. Now I have a writing approach that works well, and I want to share it with you. However, I didn't develop my own rhythm to writing overnight. I had a book coach help me self-publish my first book. My Book Coach Experience My book coach was a drill sergeant. If I didn't do my homework and come prepared to the sessions we didn't work on my book. Initially, I was intimidated by my project. Yes, I had a story and knew it forward and backward but expressing it to the world in print was scary to me. I couldn't envision being at the finish line. My fears overwhelmed me. I couldn't see myself publishing.  Therefore, I borrowed her vision to move forward. Her coaching was the perfect foundation for me because it showed me how to take control of my story. My coach reinforced the importance of staying organized, recording notes and goals, and staying the course. Once I...

Press Release          For Immediate Release March 11, 2025 In Her Own Ink Shares Brilliant Strategies for Nonfiction Book-Writing by Interviewing Five Authors Atlanta, Georgia- March 11, 2025- Ashley Smith, author of In Her Own Ink, produced a creative paperback wordsmith guide that was self-published on Amazon in January 2025. What distinguishes this writer's workbook from the rest is the author incorporates book-writing tips from five authors. They each share inside secrets on how they combat writer's block, stay motivated and dive into tunnel vision. Moreover, how to edit rough drafts. These are the five authors, Ashley interviewed for this wordsmith guide: 1. Venessa Abram, The Voices Behind Mental Illness (anthology series, 2019) 2. Christina Bruni, Working Assets (2022) 3. Felicia Johnson, Her (2013) 4. Terri Morgan, The Genetic Lottery (2015) 5. Wendy Muhammad, The Mind of an Entrepreneur (2018) Ashley's book goals are plain: keep fellow auth...