(Interview) Unlocking Literary Success: Insights from Best-Selling Author and Book Coach Ricki Heller
In this episode, Kate McCauley interviews Ricki Heller, a book coach, writer, and editor.
Ricki shares her journey from teaching to becoming a successful author and book coach. She discusses her experience with Candida and how it led her to write a cookbook that was recommended by Ellen DeGeneres. Ricki also talks about the importance of narrowing down the topic and finding a unique perspective when writing a book. She offers valuable advice for aspiring authors and shares her upcoming workshop for those interested in writing a book.
Ricki Heller is a book coach, writer and editor who works collaboratively with clients to share their message in the best way possible while also capturing their own authentic voice. Ricki is the author of four best-selling books including Respond in Writing, a college writing text, and Sweet Freedom, which was recommended by Ellen DeGeneres. She also worked as associate editor for Simply Gluten-Free magazine for seven years and her writing has appeared in The Globe and Mail, The Huffington Post, Clean Eating magazine, Canadian Living Magazine, SHAPE Magazine and Buzzfeed, among others. Her TV and radio appearances include CBS News, NPR radio, Canada AM and Breakfast Television, in addition to speaking on dozens of podcasts and at live events Ricki is also a dog mom and die-hard chocoholic. She lives with her husband and two dogs, Zoey, and Jasper, just north of Toronto.
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Podcast Takeaways -Narrow down your book topic and find a unique perspective to attract readers. -Feel the fear and do it anyway - don't let self-doubt hold you back. -Imposter syndrome is common, but it's important to push through and take action. -Ricki Heller offers a workshop called 'Before the Book' to guide aspiring authors through the steps before writing. -Your personal perspective and story are valuable, even if there are similar books on the market.
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