Book Writing Made Simple | How to Write a Book, Christian Author, Self-Publishing, Memoir, Holy Spirit

You know you have a book in you.

You’ve thought about it. You’ve talked about it. Maybe you’ve even started writing it.

But finishing your first book?

That’s where things can get challenging.

Life gets busy. Your energy changes. You lose momentum. You get distracted. And sometimes, the longer you go without writing, the harder it feels to sit back down and pick up where you left off.

In this episode, I&rsquo...

Have you been thinking about writing your memoir, but every time you sit down to start, you feel overwhelmed by everything you could possibly include?

Your childhood. Your relationships. Your struggles. Your accomplishments. The difficult seasons. The moments that changed you. Before you know it, you're trying to figure out how to fit your entire life into one book.

But what if you don't have to?

In this episode we’re talking...

Do you ever feel like you're spending more time looking for your book notes than actually writing your book?

Maybe your ideas are scattered across notebooks, sticky notes, your phone, emails, and random documents—and every writing session starts with searching instead of making progress.

In this episode, we're talking about how getting organized can simplify your book writing process and help you write with more clarity and e...

Have you ever heard someone say, "People don't read books anymore?"

Maybe you've even wondered if it's still worth writing your first book in a world filled with podcasts, YouTube videos, social media, and AI.

In this episode, we're having an honest conversation about why books still matter—and why readers continue to invest their time, money, and attention in them.

If you've been questioning whether your message is needed or...

Aspiring Author,

Summer is here, and while we spend so much time talking about writing books around here, I thought it would be fun to talk about something else we love—reading them.

In this episode, I’m sharing a few of the books that have challenged my thinking, strengthened my faith, and sparked new ideas throughout the year. From personal growth and mindset to health and spirituality, each book has impacted me in a ...

Have you ever stopped to think about how one book can completely change someone's life?

Not because it became a bestseller…

But because it showed up at exactly the right moment.

In this episode, I want to share three books that completely changed the trajectory of my life. Each one met me in a different season, challenged the ...

Have you ever wondered why writing your book feels harder than you expected—even though you know God called you to write it?

Maybe you've been questioning the process, struggling to stay consistent, or wondering if your small steps are really making a difference.

Here are three important lessons God has taught me on this journey to reaching 10,000 podcast downloads, and how those same lessons apply to writing and finishing yo...

Have you ever felt God nudging you to do something, but had no idea where that simple act of obedience would lead?

Maybe it's writing a book.

Starting a podcast.

Launching a business.

Or saying yes to a dream that feels bigger than you.

In this episode, I’m celebrating 10,000 podcast downloads by sharing the unexpected journey behind the milestone and the powerful lessons I learned about faith, obedience, growth, and trusting...

Have you been praying about writing your first book but feel like you’re not making the progress you hoped for?

In this episode of Book Writing Made Simple, Donna Sherrie shares how one of her coaching clients recently finished her manuscript after years of wanting to write a book. What led to her breakthrough and how can you create that same momentum in your own writing journey.

If you've been struggling with procrastination...

Do you struggle with imposter syndrome as an aspiring author? Have you ever questioned whether you’re really qualified, capable, or “good enough” to write the book God placed on your heart?   In this episode, Donna Sherrie sits down with author of 22 books, Kathleen Guire, podcast host of Novel Writing for Christians, to talk about overcoming imposter syndrome, building confidence as a Christian writer, and l...

Have you been feeling spiritually drained, mentally overwhelmed, or stuck trying to write your book?

Maybe you’ve been relying on productivity, pressure, and pushing through… but still feel disconnected from your writing process.

In this episode, we discuss 3 Holy Spirit-led strategies that can help aspiring Christian authors write with more clarity, peace, wisdom, and direction. These are not your typical book writing...

Do you feel overwhelmed trying to organize your book ideas, notes, chapters, and thoughts into an actual book?

Maybe you’ve been sitting down to write but keep wondering:

“How do I organize all my ideas?”

“Where do I even start?”

“How do I stop feeling so scattered during the writing process?”

In this episode, we’re talking about how to simplify the book writing process by creating a ...

Have you ever had a moment where ideas for your book were flowing naturally all day long… but the second you sat down to write, your mind suddenly went blank?

You felt excited! You had thoughts and ideas running through your head. But once it was time to actually write… nothing came out.

In this episode, we’re talking about why aspiring authors sometimes draw a blank during writing sessions and what may really b...

Have you ever felt like you were finally making progress on your book… and then life happened?

Now you’re feeling discouraged, guilty, and wondering if you’ll ever finish your book.

In this episode, we’re talking about how to stay consistent writing your book even during busy seasons of life. If you’re an aspiring author struggling with procrastination, interrupted routines, lack of motivation, or dif...

Do you feel like you don’t have time to write your book?

Between work, family, church, and everyday responsibilities, your schedule is full and writing keeps getting pushed to the side. But the truth is, it’s not just about time… it’s about having a simple writing routine that actually fits your life.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to develop a realistic writing routine for busy Christian women so ...

Have you been saying you’re going to write your book… but months—or even years—keep passing by?

You’ve started, stopped, and restarted.

You’ve planned, prayed, and thought about it…

But your manuscript is still unfinished.

What if the real issue isn’t time or lack of ideas… but self-sabotage?

In this episode, we’re uncovering the hidden patterns that keep aspiring autho...

You have the book idea.

You have the outline.

You’ve done the planning…

So why aren’t you writing?

At some point, every aspiring author has to move from preparation to execution. And the truth is—finishing your book isn’t about having more ideas, more time, or more inspiration…

It’s about discipline.

In this episode, we’re having a real, honest conversation about what it actually ta...

Hey Aspiring Author!

Do you feel like you don’t have time to write your book?

Between work, family, and everyday responsibilities, writing keeps getting pushed to the sid and by the time you finally sit down, you’re too tired to even think clearly.

But what if the real issue isn’t time… it’s your energy?

In this episode, we’re shifting the conversation around time management for writers and gett...

Do you feel called to write a book but keep telling yourself you’re not tech savvy enough to do it?

Aspiring authors can delay writing their manuscript because they believe they need special software, advanced computer skills, or complicated tools before they can even begin. But the truth is, technology should never be the reason your book doesn’t get written.

This episode encourages aspiring authors to stop letting tec...