Write from the heart

Heart vs head is a debate that comes up often in many areas of life, but is it relevant for writers? You may think that it is important, particularly with non-fiction writing, that you write using your head. After all you are sharing knowledge, experience and wisdom,...

Building Confidence in Your Writing Journey

Confidence can be one of the biggest challenges writer’s face. Generally speaking we have no shortage of ideas, we can use tools and professional services if we are unsure about editing, grammar. spelling etc. The thing that stops more people writing than...

5 ways to make your nonfiction as compelling as fiction

Nonfiction gets a bad rap in the entertainment stakes. It conjures images of dense, unimaginative textbooks or articles that sound like they’ve been written by a brick. But the best nonfiction is informative and just as entertaining and compelling as a great novel. It...

Overcoming Self-Doubt

How to Trust Your Writing Ability One thing all writers have in common is self-doubt. Whether it is the lingering voice of a precious critic or those mind monkeys that take up residence from time to time, it seems we are all equally afflicted. Before we go any further...

The hidden power of writing rituals

Rituals can be a game changer for writers Writing a book is more than just putting words on a page—it’s a journey that requires both mental clarity and emotional resilience. At Booksmith Academy, we’ve guided many authors through The Book Forge, and we...