From Thrillers to Self-Help: Shobha Nihalani on Her Multi-Genre Writing Journey | Author & Book Coach
- Life journey and experiences across five cities
- Passion for books as an introverted only child
Podcast
Overview
In this insightful episode of The Brand Called You, Ashutosh Garg welcomes Shobha Nihalani, an accomplished author and book coach. Through Shobha’s journey as a multi-genre writer, we delve into the intricacies of writing, book coaching, and the challenging world of publishing. Below are key segments from the conversation along with what topics are covered in each segment.
00:01:03-What inspired Shobha Nihalani to become a writer?
- Life journey and experiences across five cities
- Passion for books as an introverted only child
- The transition from a freelance journalist to a fiction writer
- Shift to writing self-help books during COVID
- Evolution into a book coach
00:02:57-Defining moments in Shobha’s writing career
- Writing about Dada Vaswani, a humanitarian leader
- The transition from thrillers to biographies
- Importance of real-life experiences in writing
- Empowerment and transformation through stories
00:04:31-Challenges faced by aspiring authors
- Internal conflicts and self-doubt
- Mistakes such as unpolished manuscripts
- Importance of clarity on book genre and target audience
00:05:38-Key steps in the Guided Author system
- Author-centric coaching approach
- Clarity on the author’s goals and target audience
- Tailored approach like a personal trainer
- Support in outline creation, content development, and editing
00:07:05-Who can write a book?
- The midpoint between natural inclination and perseverance
- Importance of resources and guidance for aspiring writers
00:08:16-Choosing the right publishing route
- Importance of having clear book goals
- Pros and cons of traditional vs. self-publishing
- Research and preparation as critical steps
00:10:05-Mistakes new authors make with publishers
- Need for thorough research and understanding of goals
- Building an online presence and realistic expectations
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- Life journey and experiences across five cities
- Passion for books as an introverted only child
- The transition from a freelance journalist to a fiction writer
- Shift to writing self-help books during COVID
- Evolution into a book coach
