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Is Writing a Book Right for You?

Is Writing a Book Right for You - PH

A year or so ago, when podcasting was just starting to get big, I set about finding out what it would take to start my own podcast.

It was THE thing to do at the time and it looked like a great marketing strategy – everybody loves podcasts! (Don’t they?)

I imagined it would be relatively easy to do (it’s just recording audio, right?) and wouldn’t take up too much of my time. Also, I’d done a bit of radio when I was at the BBC and loved it, so I thought having a podcast would be fab.

How wrong…

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How to Find the Right Idea for Your Book

Find Ideas for Your Book - PH

How do you decide what to write about in your book? If you have some ideas already, how do you know if any of them are any good? Choosing a book idea can lead to a lot of soul-searching and procrastination. This can really keep you stuck. But remember, there’s no such thing as a perfect idea, it develops as you work on it. So, begin with the mindset of an explorer and you’re far more likely to hit upon the perfect idea.


What if you haven’t got any ideas?

Starting a book can be hard, especial…

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