How to write your book

Most authors, coaches, and entrepreneurs are troubled when it comes to selling. They know their book, product, or service is awesome, yet they feel ‘cheesy’ or too aggressive when trying to market it. They don’t realize that by holding back, they are depriving the world of their gift, their message, their way to help or entertain others.

My first book was published by the (then) largest publisher in the Netherlands: A.W. Bruna. At first, I felt so lucky. Here I was, a first-time writer getting a contract with a large publishing house. They promised to take care of everything. I should have known this was too good to be true. Working with a big company has its advantages and disadvantages.

TJ Halbertsma is an 'ordinary' guy, who does extraordinary things. In daily life, he is the CEO of a large financial firm in London. In his spare time he is an extreme adventurer; climbing the highest mountains, crossing the Arctic and Antarctic, swimming the 'escape from Alcatraz'and more. Read his story

Write your book in reverse Do NOT make the no. 1 mistake while writing your book. I've seen it too many times: inexperienced writers start off typing away enthusiastically... Until they get stuck. Going back and re-writing is not appealing. This is where most book projects disappear into [...]

Publishing your book Working with a publisher You can approach a publisher with your book idea, title, back cover, table of contents or structure and an intro or first chapter. They will also want to know how big your reach is. Think of the number of followers [...]

Some of the best book ideas are very simple. Starting with a proven format will make the writing process much less overwhelming. Let's dive into the 10 most successful non-fiction book ideas to get you inspired.

Is one of your intentions to finally write that book that you have been dreaming about for a ages? I'll give you tips and inspiration so that you no longer have an excuse! ????

Inspired by... I made a list of authors who influence and inspire me in my writing. An interesting exercise, because it made me realize what kind of person/writer I want to be. Who inspires you? These are my heroes: Neil Strauss (The Game, Emergency, The [...]