In Her Own Ink

Ashley Smith, Book Coach Have you published your book?  That was the question which rekindled my fears to get started. For years I shared my dream of writing a book. And, for years others asked me about it. If this sounds similar to your reality, you’ve hit the jackpot.       Therefore, let’s dismantle the energy of your naysayers. Your self-doubts and aim higher to fulfill your purpose, which is to write that book. Are you ready? Collaboration With a Book Coach      My name is Ashley Smith. I’ve published eight books on Amazon. My goal is to work with aspiring authors to empower them with the tools to meet their dreams. Motivating individuals like yourself to get a handle on your calling and to finish the book.      IN HER OWN INK offers guidance on self-publishing; book coaching, interior book design, and steps to finishing your draft and getting published online. With emphasis on nonfiction, specializing in mental health and rec...

Consistency is the backbone of discipline. How can we hit the target every time? As an author of eight  books, I’ve developed a system for thinking and creating content. I’ll discuss a few approaches for you to incorporate into your process of producing.  Working in a Writer-friendly Environment.  What are you meditating on? Creating the atmosphere to write looks like generating content in a workstation that screams positive energy. For example, my computer screen is decorated with post-its which consist of affirmations.  Here are a couple of affirmations you might use to get started: 1) you are capable and ready. 2) You’re a game-changer, stay focused. Like a sharpshooter, we can stimulate our practice by working in a writer-friendly environment. Listening to Uplifting Talks or Sounds.  What are you listening to? To enhance the flow of my creativity, I listen to empowering talks. They reiterate the power I have within me to direct my energy and get results. Alt...

In my book, In Her Own Ink: Strategies for Creating from Author to Author, I discuss the importance of naming our book projects early on. Opposed to calling it simply “my book project,” give it a name. Fruitful Lists Before diving into any project, I create a list of titles to help create the book’s identity. During this brainstorming session I allow my thoughts to flourish. Every idea is a “success thought.” I’ll use the extra titles for chapter titles and headings. Also, I keep all lists, because I might use the title for another book down the road.  Building on Solid Rock In the beginning, your list of titles might seem of little importance. Still, your remaining titles help carry the messages in subsequent sections, especially during the development of your outline. Thus, it plays a significant role in building the foundation of your book design.  Adding Your Special Touch Personally, I like to use subtitles to bring clarity and to help the reader recognize the topic. Whil...