120 | Struggling to Write Your Book? Here’s What You Should Do

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 takes to write and finish your first book even when you don’t feel like it. If you’ve been procrastinating, delaying your writing sessions, or waiting for the “perfect moment” to start, this is your wake-up call. You’ll be challenged to shift out of hesitation and step into consistent action, so you can finally make progress on your manuscript and stop leaving your book unfinished. This episode is for the aspiring author who is ready to: Stop overthinking and start writing Build consistency in their writing routine Follow through on what God has called them to do Develop the discipline needed to finish their book As a faith-based writer, you’ll also be reminded that your book is more than a goal—it’s an assignment. Completion requires obedience, endurance, and showing up even when it’s uncomfortable. Scripture references from this episode: Ecclesiastes 9:11 — “The race is not to the swift nor the battle to the strong… but time and chance happen to them all.” Matthew 9:37 — “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few.” If you’re ready to stop saying “one day” and finally finish your book, this episode will give you the push you need. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book