How to Write a Self-Help Book: Successful techniques for creating a guide that transforms your readers’ lives

by Ginny Carter

Write a self-help book that makes a difference If you’re a coach, therapist, or trainer wanting to write a book that transforms your readers’ lives, you may feel unsure about what’s involved. How do you translate the words that come so effortlessly when you’re with a client into inspirational and convincing advice on the page? What’s the secret? This is the book that guides you on your journey to becoming a successful self-help author. It gives you everything you need to write, publish, and promote a book that does justice to your ideas and expertise. DEFINE YOUR BOOK Understand what you want to achieve with your book, the exact topic
to write about, who your readers are, and what kind of self-help guide
it will be. So many authors miss this vital step. OUTLINE YOUR BOOK Discover easy and effective ways of structuring your content so that
it effortlessly takes your readers from problem to solution. WRITE YOUR BOOK Learn how to win over your readers’ hearts
and minds by writing clearly, persuasively, and authentically. PUT YOUR BOOK OUT THERE Uncover the mysteries of editing, publishing, and marketing your book so that it reaches a ready-made audience of willing readers. GINNY CARTER is a bestselling ghostwriter of over 25 books, a book coach, and an award-winning author in her own right. Specialising in self-help guides, business books, and memoirs, she’s ghosted books on a wide variety of topics. Ginny is also the author of the award-winning Your Business, Your Book , which takes you through the key steps for planning, writing, and promoting a business book. Learn more at www.marketingtwentyone.co.uk

168 pages, Paperback

Published September 26, 2023

About the author

Ginny Carter is a business book ghostwriter and book coach.

She's on a mission to turn established coaches, speakers, and entrepreneurs into respected thought-leaders and in-demand speakers with their books. To do this, she helps them base their book on the right strategy - the one that will skyrocket their reputation and business - and makes sure it's written in a clear and persuasive way.

She's an avid reader herself. If she's not putting her communication skills to the ultimate test with her family, you'll probably find her with her head in a brilliant book.

Reviews

[Savannah · Rating 5 out of 5]

How to Write a Self-Help Book by Ginny Carter is a valuable resource for individuals seeking to create a self-help book that truly makes a difference in the lives of their readers. Whether you're a coach, therapist, or trainer looking to transform your insights into a compelling written work, this book is your essential guide.
Ginny Carter's book takes you on a journey to become a successful self-help author. It covers everything you need, from defining your book's purpose and target audience to outlining your content effectively and writing persuasively. It also demystifies the complex processes of editing, publishing, and marketing, ensuring your book reaches an eager and ready-made audience.

My Impressions:
As a mentor for independent writers, I chose this book to equip myself with the tools necessary to assist my clients effectively. However, I was pleasantly surprised to find that Ginny Carter's expertise not only served my mentoring needs but also helped me in writing my own book on self-publishing.
Carter's writing style stands out, making it a joy to read despite the density of the information. She has a remarkable talent for presenting complex concepts in a practical and engaging manner, making the learning process enjoyable. The book covers every fundamental aspect of crafting a book, from the initial idea to the eventual publication and marketing stages.
What truly impressed me about this book is the way Carter structures the content. She frames the entire process as a journey, complete with stops and steps. This approach not only helps you understand each phase clearly but also keeps you engaged and motivated throughout the process.

I wholeheartedly recommend How to Write a Self-Help Book not only to those aspiring to write self-help books but to writers and mentors alike. Carter's writing style and the depth of information provided are invaluable for anyone looking to enhance their writing skills and knowledge. The book doesn't just guide you on creating a self-help book; it enriches your overall writing style and understanding. Well done, Ginny Carter!
In conclusion, How to Write a Self-Help Book is a comprehensive and engaging resource for anyone looking to write a book that has a meaningful impact. Ginny Carter's expertise, coupled with her practical and insightful approach, ensures that readers are well-equipped to embark on their journey to becoming successful self-help authors.

[Elena Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

Delving into a world of ideas, from Aristotle to Stanford University experiments, author Ginny simplifies it all in one place for those seeking to make their book more practical or even craft a companion. Journeying through familiar emotions, storytelling, and trust, she convinces you that purchase decisions are just decisions influencing your book sales same way. As a researcher in this field, I want to give it a solid thumbs up. I appreciate the viewpoint of such a book, likening it to a personal customer journey, which can vary from a road trip to a luxurious holiday. This sparks ideas to craft this experience making the author the experience architect! Moreover, the array of tools such as self-assessments, interactive exercises, and quizzes, all included, allows you to structure your next book or transform it into a course. Recommended: buy it now.

[Laura Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a short book but it really packs in a lot of useful information about writing a self help book. I’ve read a lot of books on writing nonfiction but I was very impressed with how much I learned from this one - everything is presented clearly and succinctly and is full of useful tips and guidance. We learn about planning and outlining the book, choosing a topic, considering the intended reader, writing persuasively, finding your voice, as well as editing and publishing. It is very well-written and not at all dry, and was a very enjoyable read. I highly recommended this book to anyone who wants to write nonfiction, not just self-help.

With thanks to Netgalley and Practical Inspiration Publishing for this ARC. All opinions are my own.

[J Tele · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ginny Carter's "How to Write a Self-help Book" is a structured and insightful guide for aspiring authors. Drawing on her extensive experience as a ghostwriter and book coach, Carter provides practical advice in four key areas: defining your book's purpose, outlining its structure, writing persuasively, and effectively marketing it. She emphasizes the importance of planning, selecting the right topic, understanding your target audience, and crafting clear and persuasive content. The book also covers editing, publishing options, and various marketing strategies. Carter's engaging writing style and real-world examples make this a valuable resource for self-help authors aiming to create impactful books.

[Darya · Rating 4 out of 5]

There are several highlights about this book: well designed structure, good description and comprehensive outline for action plan. If you never wrote a self help book in your life, following the step by step guide, introduced in this book, can definitely help and make your journey easier and more efficient. The final chapters described pros and cons of different ways to publish a book as well as further monetization.