Five Reasons Why You Should Write Your Own Book

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of opening that first box of copies of your brand-new book. Seeing the front cover in real life, holding it in your hands and smelling the fresh print as you flick through the pages. Finally, you’ve done it. 

Except, not quite. There’s a whole other chapter once your words are out there. Most people who decide to write a book see it not as the end goal, but as a tool for something else…

To Raise Awareness. Your book might shed light on an issue which has previously been hidden. You could be a whistleblower within a group or organisation, a medic with new research or an environmentalist with plans to protect the planet. Your knowledge is key to helping others.

To Share Your Experience. You might have lived through a particularly tough time and managed to survive and thrive: a soldier overcoming PTSD, a partner escaping an abusive relationship, a former cult member, a recovering addict, the list is endless. By sharing your story of how you overcame the odds, you could encourage more people to seek support or guidance.

To Boost Your Brand. Perhaps you’re already a keynote speaker with specialist knowledge in a particular field. Having a book in your name which backs up all your research and advice gives you a professional edge - and could be an additional income stream.

To Increase Your Personal Profile. If your book is saying something new or offering a different perspective on an older problem, then it’s likely to be picked up by the media. This means radio, podcast and tv interviews as well as features in newspapers, magazines and specialist blogs. Once you’re in a journalist's contact book, repeat bookings are common. 

To Leave a Legacy. Sometimes, you just want to document your story for future generations. Maybe you had a particularly interesting or unusual life, met fascinating characters and travelled to far-flung places, or perhaps a belief or passion steered you in an unexpected direction. Turning your story into a book can be a succinct way of sharing your life with readers.

So what are you waiting for? If you'd like to get in touch to talk about your book idea, drop me a quick email to beckybond72@outlook.com and we'll take it from there.