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EPISODE · Jun 12, 2026 · 14 MIN

Your Book Idea Is Already Leaving Clues

from Authors Who Lead - Learn to write a book from bestselling authors and leaders · host Azul Terronez - Author, TEDx Speaker, Coach

Send us Fan MailWhat if your book idea is not something you need to search for outside yourself?In this solo episode, Azul shares how a recent conversation with screenwriter and writing coach Brooks Elms helped him see something surprising. A simple list of favorite movies became a mirror for the deeper themes, questions, and patterns that have shaped him as a writer, teacher, and book coach.This episode is an invitation to look at your own life differently. The stories you love, the questions you keep asking, the work you have done, the struggles you have faced, and the things you notice that others miss may all be pointing toward the book inside you.Azul explores why your book is not just a topic. It is a way of seeing the world. And when you begin to trust your viewpoint, your message becomes clearer.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why your favorite stories may reveal what you care about mostHow life patterns can point toward your deeper messageWhy your viewpoint matters more than more informationHow to begin noticing the clues your book may already be giving youWhy clarity starts with understanding who you are writing for and why your message mattersYour book may already be speaking. This episode will help you listen.Timestamp:00:00 | A conversation that sparked a deeper question03:00 | Your favorite stories may be clues06:00 | Why life patterns matter when writing a book10:00 | A book idea is not just a topic13:00 | Questions to help you find your message16:00 | Why people come to write a book19:00 | Your viewpoint matters22:00 | Clarity comes from message, reader, and perspective25:00 | Your book may already be speakingFull show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS📚 Write and Publish your book🤫 Secret Podcast: Born to Write, Scared to Start⭐ You're Allowed to Write This BookCONNECT📷 Instagram🎬 TikTok👫🏻 Facebook💼 LinkedIn🐦‍⬛ Twitter🤝🏻 Apply to be a GuestLEAVE A REVIEW✍🏻 Review on Apple Podcasts✍️ Review on Spotify🖱️ Episode Webpage

Send us Fan Mail What if your book idea is not something you need to search for outside yourself? In this solo episode, Azul shares how a recent conversation with screenwriter and writing coach Brooks Elms helped him see something surprising. A simple list of favorite movies became a mirror for the deeper themes, questions, and patterns that have shaped him as a writer, teacher, and book coach. This episode is an invitation to look at your own life differently. The stories you love, the quest...

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