“Do it . . . but don’t do it alone! There is so much information available that this can be an exciting journey rather than an excruciating one.” Connie Pshigoda
How did you get started writing your book? Or what inspired your book?
I love to educate and inform my clients about wellness principles/research/recipes/etc. Several clients suggested I put that knowledge into a book. I thought that shouldn’t be too difficult since I had already prepared several speaking information packets and hand-out pages. Then the “inner-perfectionist” spoke up and challenged me to do a real book rather than just binding seminar hand-outs . . . four years later, The Wise Woman’s Almanac was published.
What was the hardest part about completing your book?
Sticking with it through thick and thin . . . working through writer’s block and not losing focus of the message and purpose.
Did you learn any lessons in the book creation process, if so what where they?
I learned to prioritize my time (and life); to focus on what’s really valuable (time, family, life-lessons & gifts) and to intentionally enjoy each season of life.
Did you enlist support in getting your book done? If so, what kind of support?
I hired a wonderful writing coach, Joan C. Webb, co-author of The Intentional Woman and author of The Relief of Imperfection . . . she also did my editing, and hand-holding, etc.
What tips or advice do you have for aspiring authors?
Do it . . . but don’t do it alone! There is so much information available that this can be an exciting journey rather than an excruciating one. Colorado offers a huge circle of writing support.
If you self-published, what made you self-publish?
I wanted to use my book as the curriculum in my seminars and needed them NOW . . . so self-publishing served me at this time.
If you had to do your book all over again, would you?
Yes, however, now that I know of so many local editors, publishers, illustrators, etc. I would go through the process with better preparation. I flew by the seat of my pants on the first book. . . which wasn’t a bad thing.
Are you writing or planning to write an additional book(s)?
Not yet, but the idea of doing it again keeps circulating in my mind.
What else would you like to share about you or your book?
It’s an easy read . . . a book that can be referred to seasonally for “refresher”
information on staying well using nature’s gifts.
How can people find out more about your book?
On my website: www.WellnessForAllSeasons.com
Joan, so glad you enjoyed the post and our site.
Cheers, Lisa
It was a joy working with Connie Pshigoda while she wrote The Wise Woman’s Almanac. How fun to see her dream come to fruition! She has a lot of wisdom to share with women who are intentional about enhancing their physical, emotional and physical health.
By the way, Andrea and Lisa, I’m grateful to discover your website and services. As a Life Coach, I often work with aspiring writers who choose to self-publish. I’ll tell them about you. Thanks for what you do!