In Her Own Ink

For years I wanted to share my story. When my dream became reality I didn't know what to expect. Yes, my writing journey required great diligence. Yes, creating the book was a serious task for me. Yes, I enjoyed the process! Brainstorming creative ways to produce content and acquiring the finished product to become accessible online.  The Hardest Part of Self-Publishing      However, my job wasn’t done. You could write the best book and publish it on a worldwide platform and not get any recognition for your hard work. That was a hard lesson. Although my book was available everywhere, it didn't mean it would sell well online. Over time, I gained insight on strategies for marketing my books. Public Relations Strategies      I worked an internship in college which enabled me to practice my public relations coursework. I drafted a few press releases for my employer that were published in the local newspapers. After I became a published author, I returned t...

“Discipline is based on the practice of following a routine - executing a task and delivering results. It manifests itself by honing the keys to self-motivation. Like a sharpshooter, your consistent approaches to review go on autopilot, enabling you to hit the target every time.” (In Her Own Ink: Strategies for Creating from Author to Author, Ashley Smith)      When I wrote my first book, I worked with a coach. We dived into my book project religiously. Although she was a drill sergeant, she kept me on track and disciplined to keep the course. I encourage you to work with IN HER OWN INK to stay accountable to your dreams and make them become reality, NOW. However, don’t be alarmed, I’m not a drill sergeant! You can fulfill your vision and come out on top of the writing demands. Being Receptive      Before I begin working on my book I carry out a routine. This habit is my warm-up. It prepares me to get into the zone. Initially, I set up the atmosphere to be ...