Nancy L. Erickson
International book marketer, executive book coach, international speaker, and author advocate Nancy L. Erickson is known as The Book Professor because she helps everyday people write high-impact nonfiction books that will save lives, change lives, or transform society. Titles credited to her name include A Life in Parts, for which she received back-cover endorsements from Sir Paul McCartney and Cindy Crawford. Using a methodology she developed, Erickson leads her clients through the writing and publishing process, from initial concept to a draft manuscript, finished manuscript, professionally published product, and internationally marketed product. Erickson is the owner of Stonebrook Publishing, a small press she founded in 2009, and is the creator and owner of Bookarma, a book marketing platform where authors help authors market their books globally through shared social networks. She has presented her innovative ideas at BEA and the Frankfurt Book Fair, where she was a featured speaker.
Use Pacing to Improve Your Storytelling
When you are able to control the pace of your story, you’ve mastered one of the more important skills in writing.
In Case You Forgot, Reading Is Important!
For children and adults, writers or not, reading is important to personal development, well-being, and the learning mind.
Use Sensory Language To Make Your Writing Come Alive
One way to make an impact on your readers is to invite them right into the room with you – bring them in close by crafting scenes that rely on sensory language.
Lead Your Readers With Your Book’s Structure
Your book's structure is the tool that will gather up your readers and keep them following along with you; it's the tie that binds all the parts of your story together, from end to end, and in the middle too.
Choose Words That Convey Your Meaning
When writing, choose words thoughtfully, and remember you are writing to communicate ideas and feelings for your reader to experience and understand.
The First-timer’s Guide To Start Writing A Book
It’s the start of the new year – and it's finally time to write the book you've been thinking about. Except, you're not even sure how to start writing a book. If you dedicate yourself to the task, you can finish your book within a year.
Who Am I To Write a Memoir?
I’ve met hundreds of people who have been through, learned, and discovered things that could change the world, and many ask, "Who am I to write a memoir?"
