Perfect The Craft of Storytelling and Build a thriving Business

In this episode, Kat Caldwell, writer, podcaster and creative coach, discusses starting an authoring business and the importance of storytelling. Kat provides advice on creating a sustainable writing routine and preparing manuscripts for publication, including marketing and budgeting. Additionally, Kat explains the value of book coaching and offers tips for selecting a book coach.

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Say hello to Kat! 

Kat Caldwell is a writer, podcaster and creative coach who is passionate about helping those who want to write their story get the tools and support they need. To help all writers, whether indie or traditionally published, Kat started her podcast Pencils&Lipstick in 2019, as well as the Creative Writing Community and the Creative Writing Sprints Membership in 2021. Kat runs monthly workshops centered on bettering the craft of writing as well as book marketing and the business around being an author. 

 

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Takeaways

• Understand the craft of storytelling and the importance of creating engaging stories.
• Develop a sustainable writing routine and continuously improve your writing skills.
• Prepare your manuscript for publication by learning self-editing techniques and understanding the business side of authoring.
• Consider working with a book coach to receive personalised guidance and feedback.
• Trust your instincts as a writer and never stop learning and growing.

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Quick Fire Questions

02:01 Passion for Helping Other Authors

04:30 The Difference Between Writing and Storytelling

07:46 Pitfalls in Creating a Story

09:34 Creating a Sustainable Writing Routine

14:23 Preparing the Manuscript for Publication

26:31 Overcoming Fears and Taking Business Risks

31:33 The Value of Book Coaching