You Should Write a Book With Camille Pagán

Overwhelm can be caused by feeling like there’s too much to do—but it can also be the direct result of feeling like you’re not enough or haven’t done enough to succeed. In this episode, Camille talks about:

Feel like there’s too much to do and it’s making it hard to write? In this episode, Camille shares: This episode is the first of a two-part series. Tune in next week to learn how not-enoughness contributes to overwhelm—and how to move past it and get back to writing.

You did it—you accomplished your goal. So…why aren’t you happy? In today’s episode, Camille shares:

Money stops many writers from pursuing their dreams—but it doesn’t have to. In today’s episode, Camille shares: Register for Plan to Publish: Strategies for becoming a career novelist. This free webinar is on Saturday, August 17th, from 10-11 a.m. ET; a limited-time replay will be provided to all writers who register. Sign up and learn more at evenbetter.co/plan.

Yes, taste is subjective—but there are ways to tell if you’re ready to share your book with others. In this episode, Camille discusses: Applications are open for the Career Novelist Mastermind, which combines proven publishing strategies with research-backed career and mindset coaching. To learn more and apply, visit evenbetter.co/mastermind.

Whether you’re working on your first novel or your fiftieth, showing up a professional will help you reach your goals faster—and help your success stick. On this episode, Camille shares: If you’re ready to go pro, apply for the Career Novelist Mastermind, which combines proven publishing strategies with research-backed career and mindset coaching. To learn more and apply, visit evenbetter.co/mastermind.

Deadlines can help you get the job done—but they sometimes backfire, too. In this episode, Camille discusses: Sign up for the You Should Write a Book newsletter to learn about a special bonus for novelists who join the Career Novelist Mastermind this month: https://www.evenbetter.co/how-to

Blurbs—that is, endorsement quotes from other authors—are still a standard publishing practice. In this episode, Camille covers: can The Career Novelist Mastermind is accepting applications early. This small group coaching program kicks off September 4th. The mastermind is capped at 12 novelists, so early applications are encouraged. To learn more, visit evenbetter.co/mastermind.

There are still six months to reach your big writing goals. In this episode, Camille shares: If you’re interested in coaching with Camille in Q3, email team@evenbetter.co. To learn more about the upcoming Career Novelist Mastermind, visit evenbetter.co/mastermind. And to sign up for the You Should Write a Book newsletter, visit www.evenbetter.co/how-to.

Do you procrastinate when you should be working on your book? In today’s episode, Camille shares: The Career Novelist Mastermind begins in August! To learn more and be the first to know when applications open, visit www.evenbetter.co/mastermind

Neil Gaiman said, “Everything good that happened in my writing career happened because someone, normally another writer, helped me.” In today’s episode, Camille shares: The Your First 50 Readers webinar is June 21st. If you want to learn how to get authentic reviews from readers who actually like what you write, visit www.evenbetter.co/reviews to register.

Camille follows up with author Darci St. John—who was featured in episode 18—about: Learn more about Darci’s novel, Crash Into Me, at www.darcistjohn.com To register for the Your First 50 Reviews webinar, visit www.evenbetter.co/reviews Note: we experienced some audio issues during recording. We did our best to minimize them but could not eliminate all of them.

Almost everything you want is on the other side of discomfort. In this episode, Camille talks about: P.S. The Career Novelist Mastermind reopens in August. Learn more and get on the waiting list at evenbetter.co/mastermind

Reaching your writing goals is going to require you to say no—sometimes even to opportunities you might want to say yes to. Quick note: In today’s episode, Camille mentions and recommends Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield.

No, writing doesn’t have to feel so hard all the time. In this episode, Camille shares: For more resources to uplevel your author career, visit evenbetter.co.

If your last book didn’t sell well and you’re worried your publishing career is over, this episode’s for you. In it, Camille shares:

Rest is essential for your brain and body—and yes, for writing a good book. In this episode, Camille talks about:

Whether you realize it or not, you’ve probably got some not-so-great stories about yourself—and they may be standing between you and success. In today’s episode, Camille shares: Note: This is the last episode of season 2 of You Should Write a Book. Camille will be back with a new season and episodes May 7th. For free resources on creating an even better author career, visit evenbetter.co.

To succeed as a writer, you have to be willing to get rejected—a lot. In this episode, Camille discusses: Interested in one-on-one coaching? Camille is taking on two new clients in Q2. To learn more and fill out an application, visit evenbetter.co/coaching.

If you’ve ever gotten stalled while working on your story, this episode’s for you. Camille shares: Note: Camille mentions (and recommends) Albert Ellis Ph.D.’s book How to Stubbornly Refuse to Make Yourself Miserable About Anything—Yes, Anything! in this episode. You can read more about Ellis here: https://albertellis.org/about-albert-ellis-phd/