4th Quarter: Run After Your Book! NOW.

Planning to publish next year? Getting on track right now is crucial. Planning ahead for 2026 starts now.

Every year we aspire to strive for a higher quality of life. Common New Year’s resolutions include: quitting smoking, losing weight, and self-publishing among a lengthy list of others. However, from author to author there are several steps to wrapping up a project. Let's focus on your book now to get it done in 2026.

What’s slowing your progress? - Writer’s block? Lack of accountability? Don’t know what to do next? I’ve dealt with these issues and overcome them.

Learning from an experienced author is highly effective in self-publishing. In fact, I had a book coach assist me with my first published work.

Partnering with an author and coach will help you navigate the system. I’ll guide you on how to maneuver, show you the ropes to getting published on Amazon efficiently with optimal speed. Avoid the common mistakes that a lot of indie authors make, including myself.

With my experience we can ensure you finish writing your book. Build up creativity and dismantle any of your concerns with writer’s block.

Collaborating with me during our fourth quarter of this year will undoubtedly get you ahead to reaping positive outcomes. Next year you’ll publish that book!

Therefore, let's plan ahead to carry out your 2026 New Year’s Resolution. Staying motivated, focused and ready for the next stage that is finishing your work. Kick-off 2026 right now, and move forward with publishing.

Get started today. Call Ashley: (404)369-0499

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