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How To Outline A 60,000 Word Book In 24 Minutes

In today’s Coffee with Cole, I outline a simple yet powerful method for structuring a 60,000-word book in just 24 minutes. I walk you through the "Four A" approach—Actionable, Analytical, Aspirational, and Anthropological—along with the "10 Magical Ways to Expand Anything" framework, and ultimately how to combine both to create a simple yet effective structure for writing your book. By the end, you'll have a clear path to outlining your book and writing projects with ease, boosting your productivity and writing clarity.

(00:00) Intro
(00:38) “What type of book am I trying to write?”
(01:15) “Which of these paths am I going to take in my book?”
(03:09) “How do I want to structure this book?”
(04:53) How To Outline Your Book
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Why So Many Talented Writers Stay Broke

For today’s episode, I let out a quick rant on the reasons why so many talented writers struggle to make money and stay broke. I discuss the harmful romanticism many writers hold about the craft and the cognitive dissonance between writing for passion versus profit. You'll learn why understanding the business side of writing, building an audience, and producing high-volume, high-quality content are essential for success in the digital age. If you're serious about turning your writing into a profitable career, this episode will challenge your mindset and show you what changes you need to make in your thinking to thrive in the world of writing.

(00:00) Intro
(01:00) The Root of Your Cognitive Dissonance
(03:13) You Have To Stop Romanticizing Your Writing
(05:26) Broke Writers Don’t Learn the Rules of the Game

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Q&A on how to self-publish your first book

In this episode, I dive deep into the world of self-publishing, sharing why I believe it's a better path for 99% of writers compared to traditional publishing. With ten self-published books generating $10,000 a month on autopilot, I provide a clear argument against the allure of book deals, exposing the pitfalls of chasing traditional publishing for status, New York Times bestseller recognition, and bookstore placements. I also answer common questions on how to successfully self-publish, offering practical advice for leveraging, formatting, and publishing your work. This episode is packed with practical advice on leveraging your content, staying consistent, and understanding your market to succeed as a self-published author.

(00:00) Intro
(00:31) The Problem with Book Deals
(01:19) “A Publisher Will Help You Win The NYT Best-Seller Game”
(02:47) “A Publisher Will Help You Get Into Bookstores”
(01:19) “A Publisher Will Help You Win The NYT Best-Seller Game”
(02:47) “A Publisher Will Help You Get Into Bookstores”
(08:14) “Where is the bets place to find an editor?”
(11:49) “How do you balance writing what you love versus writing what sells?”
(16:38) “Is it worth trying to self-publish even if you haven’t established an audience and tested on social?”
(17:26) “Distribution: should you do a soft launch to your list or just post on all platforms and let it ride?”
(21:54) “How many books in a series should you do before doing another series or pivoting?”
(26:07) “What are the best practices for writers of literary and upmarket fiction? Any success stories?”
(32:50) “How do you handle the design side?”

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🤖 Need some help learning how to leverage AI as a writer? Check out our favorite ChatGPT prompts for writers: https://startwritingwithai.com

💻 Want an endless supply of proven, viral-worthy digital writing templates? Check out our software platform, Typeshare: https://typeshare.co

🧙‍♂️Are you a fiction writer? Here's a crash course on how to turn timeless storytelling frameworks into game-changing ChatGPT prompts: https://startfictionwritingwithai.com/

📚 For more information on my books, businesses, and other writings, visit my website: https://www.nicolascole.com