EPISODE · May 19, 2026 · 34 MIN
26: How to Know What Book You’re Meant to Write
from For Women who Write · host Mikaela Mathews
If you’ve ever thought, “I want to write a book… but I don’t know what to write about,” this episode is for you.Today, Mikaela walks you through the powerful questions that help aspiring authors move past overwhelm, overthinking, and mental blocks so they can finally gain clarity on their book idea.Drawing from parenting psychology, coaching principles, and years of experience helping women write and publish books, Mikaela explains why asking the right questions can unlock creativity and move you out of “freeze mode” and into action.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why your “why” matters more than you thinkHow anger can actually point you toward your messageThe problem/solution framework behind compelling nonfiction booksHow to know if your book idea will work in the marketplaceWhy specificity matters when choosing your topicThe key question that helps determine whether your book has a clear transformationWhether you have too many ideas, no ideas, or you’re simply unsure what direction to take, this episode will help you uncover the message you’re truly meant to write.Plus, Mikaela shares practical exercises and journal prompts you can use immediately to gain clarity and confidence in your next step as an author.Join us for a workshop here!
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If you’ve ever thought, “I want to write a book… but I don’t know what to write about,” this episode is for you. Today, Mikaela walks you through the powerful questions that help aspiring authors move past overwhelm, overthinking, and mental blocks so they can finally gain clarity on their book idea. Drawing from parenting psychology, coaching principles, and years of experience helping women write and publish books, Mikaela explains why asking the right questions can unlock creativity and mo...
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