by lesley | Apr 1, 2026 | Author Guide
Not everyone is a great writer – and even if you can write reasonably fluently, it may not be something you enjoy. Does that mean you can’t write a book? Not necessarily. If you’re a consultant you have probably generated a considerable amount of content over the...
by lesley | Feb 11, 2026 | Author Guide
Most of the people in the book industry I know will say ‘Yes, definitely.’ Even if you’re a talented writer, you’re probably too close to your work to be objective. Editors aren’t proofreaders (although they will make spelling, punctuation and grammar corrections as...
by lesley | Jan 7, 2026 | Author Guide
When you tell someone you’re writing a non-fiction book, they’ll often ask if you’ve done your research. They’re usually thinking about fact-checking, verifying statistics, or making sure your content is accurate. And yes, that matters. But...
by lesley | Dec 17, 2025 | Author Guide
Having a great idea for a book doesn’t automatically trigger great writing skills. Everyone can learn to write well, but it takes time and that may already be one of the reasons you’re not getting started – not enough time. However, not being a brilliant writer...
by lesley | Apr 10, 2011 | Marketing
When I was young I was a prolific letter writer – I had an American pen-friend and a French pen-friend, and my Mum stood over me shortly after Christmas and birthdays, insisting that I wrote to say ‘thank you’ to my aunts and uncles who had sent...
