Part 3: How to Write and Publish Your First Book in 30 Days - The 6 U’s, Clarity Tools, and Breaking Through Writer’s Block

Notes from James: This is where a lot of people quit—but you won’t. This episode is about pushing through the dip that comes when writing gets tough. I give you tools I’ve used across 25+ books to keep going, stay motivated, and write better. Episode Descriptions: This is Part 3 of my 30-day writing series—and we’re getting into the real tools that will make your writing not just better, but publishable. If you’ve ever stared at a blank page and felt overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of where to go next, this is the episode that will break that wall down. I walk you through the “6 U’s” that every chapter—and especially your book introduction—must follow to grab readers, hook them emotionally, and sell the value of your book. You’ll also learn the “Warren Buffett 5/25 Rule” and how it helps you figure out exactly what to write about, plus a little-known editing tool (the Flesch-Kincaid score) that will instantly improve your writing’s clarity. If you’ve hit writer’s block, feel stuck mid-draft, or need structure to keep going, you’ll find every tool you need right here. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/JAMES and get on your way to being your best self. What You’ll Learn:The 6 U’s of persuasive writing: Urgency, Unique, Useful, Ultra-Specific, User-Friendly, Unquestionable ProofHow to sell your book in the introduction using sales psychology techniquesWhy Warren Buffett’s 5/25 Rule might be the most important tool for picking a topicHow to use the Flesch-Kincaid Score to make your writing clearer and more readableNine real techniques I’ve used to overcome writer’s block—even on my worst daysWhy storytelling isn’t just a craft—it’s your most important writing tool Timestamps: 00:00 Crafting a Compelling Book Introduction 01:58 The Six U's of Selling Your Book 07:52 Applying the Six U's to Your Writing 09:34 The Warren Buffett 5/25 Rule for Focus 22:01 The Importance of Readability: Flesch-Kincaid Score 28:27 Introduction to Overcoming Writer's Block 28:54 Nine Techniques to Overcome Writer's Block 36:33 Additional Writing Techniques and Tips 47:57 The Importance of Storytelling in Writing 51:07 Frameworks for Writing and Publishing Your Book P.S. Want to go deeper? Check out my full course on Udemy or visit chooseyourselfacademy.com: How to Write and Publish a Book in 30 Days – available now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.