Welcome to ‘Everything Is A Book’!
‘Everything Is A Book’ is a hub where you get the inspiration, information, and support to create and self-publish books from your life.
You might wonder why.
There's one simple reason: shelf life.
A LinkedIn post typically lasts only a day.
A Medium article, at most, lingers for a week.
Newsletters have a shelf life of a fortnight, sometimes even less.
But a book can endure for years, sometimes decades, or even centuries.
It struck me that all the online writing we produce would eventually vanish into thin air unless we take steps to preserve it in book form–ebook or physical.
That’s disturbing because the most enduring legacy we leave behind is the stories we've accumulated throughout our lives.
My aspiration is to help you preserve these narratives in the form of a book.
Not just one but many.
The story behind this publication…
One day, as I was engaged in a bit of spring cleaning, my gaze fell upon the ever-growing stack of notebooks. These were the notebooks where I hastily jotted down ideas that struck me or moments of sudden clarity.
Initially, my inclination was to toss them all into the trash. However, as I began to flip through their pages, I realized they held a treasure trove of valuable insights. Discarding them didn't seem right.
It was at that moment the idea of transforming these scribbles into a book struck me. I made the decision to capture these seemingly random thoughts, and arrange them like the days on a calendar, giving birth to the title, '365 Notes.'
The lessons you've acquired, the insights you've gained, the places you've explored, and the individuals you've encountered – all of these deserve to be immortalized within the pages of books. Your books.
And since self-publishing is so easy and almost cost-free, there is no reason why you shouldn’t do that.
I will teach you how through this newsletter.
So please subscribe.
Free subscribers will get:
Fortnightly posts that delve into the realm of book creation including writing, creativity, and interviews with emerging authors.
My book Writers Toolkit for free.
Paid subscribers will get:
All that free subscribers get plus…
Additional fortnightly posts, with innovative ideas and guided writing prompts and lessons.
Regular Interactive workshops covering various aspects of creating books.
Support and expert advice to successfully self-publish your books.
Exclusive discounts on my courses and publications.
Periodic giveaways and delightful surprises.
Founding members will get:
All that free and paid subscribers get plus…
A 30-minute video call with me to discuss your book project and receive personalized advice.
Note: The monthly subscription is $7, while the annual subscription is available for $50 (works out to $4.17 per month) and $100 for founding members.
About Me
For those of you who want to know more about me, here are a few highlights:
I live in Canberra, which is the capital of Australia, in case you think it is Sydney.
I have two half PhDs, which unfortunately doesn't add up to be one full Ph.D. So, you can't add Dr. in front of my name.
I have inhabited the planet Earth for six decades, and in that time I have seen it (the Earth) age faster than me.
I became a writer because my boss told me my English sucked. I killed myself writing 4 books (so far) and 500 articles just to prove him wrong.
I wrote and published my first book in one week and gave it a really imaginative title - "How To Write And Publish An eBook In One Week."
This decade, I am going to write and publish 100 books. I have already published 5. Only 95 to go.
I have an alter ego, called Ms. Jolly. She is much smarter, cleverer, and whimsical than me. Whenever I am not writing, I am illustrating her adventures.
I have someone else living in my head who pops out now and then, to rebuke me. I call him Jack. One day I am going to write a book about him. He is not very happy about it.
‘Everything Is A Book’ Community
Think of this publication as a writers’ group, a place where individuals with a shared passion for writing come together to exchange ideas, support one another, and collectively nurture their creative endeavors.
Here too the members will engage in various activities and discussions to enhance their writing skills, provide mutual support, foster creativity, and most importantly create books.
Here are some common activities you will be engaged in.
Workshopping Ideas: Presenting and discussing ideas for creating your book on a given theme. These ideas can be in various stages of development, from a rough concept to a more fleshed-out premise.
Support and Feedback: Members share their ideas/work, provide constructive feedback, and support each other. Feedback and suggestions help members improve their ideas, identify areas for enhancement, and gain different perspectives on their work.
Writing Exercises: Members will incorporate writing prompts or exercises to stimulate creativity and encourage each other to explore new concepts.
Accountability: Writers set goals and deadlines for their projects and use the group as a source of accountability. Sharing progress and discussing challenges can motivate members to stay on track with their writing goals.
Networking: Writers' groups provide opportunities for members to network with others in the community, potentially leading to collaborations, publishing opportunities, or other writing-related connections.
Guest Speakers: Learning opportunity from guest speakers such as published authors, to share their expertise and offer insights into the self-publishing industry.
Celebrating Successes: Members celebrate each other's achievements, whether it's completing a manuscript, getting published, or winning a writing contest. Recognizing these milestones can boost morale and motivation.
Overall, this community will serve as a valuable resource for members to grow their writing skills, gain inspiration, and navigate the challenges of the writing journey in a collaborative and encouraging environment.
Please introduce yourself in the comments section...
When you start a writing group or join an existing one, the tradition is to introduce yourself and tell what you’re working on.
I kindly request those, who are interested, to take a moment to share where are you from, the title of your publication, and the book you’re writing or aspire to write.
And if possible say hi to other community members.
That’s all from me today.
See you next Friday.
I would love to know a bit more about you. Please share your name, where you are from, title of your publication, and the book you aspire to write.
Hi, I'm Rachel and I finally started again on my passion for writing with my Substack. Your goal of 100 books in a decade is really admirable! I was thinking I might just publish one book by the time the next decade role around for me. Your reasons for publishing is very motivating for me, especially with the thought that there's more books out there that anyone can read in their lifetime, so who would want to read mine?