Before the Book Workshop signup

You've been thinking about writing a book for ages, and the idea just won't leave you alone. Yet you can't seem to actually get started. . . .

You've got hundreds of ideas around your book topic, but they seem to swirl in your head like a puddle going down a drain. If only you could figure out how to organize them in a way that makes sense. . . .

You know you'll never forgive yourself if you don't get this book out of your mind and onto the page before it's too late. . . but something keeps stopping you every time you think about getting started.

If you've never written a book before, it's natural to feel unsure about what to do or how to get it written.

I can help you get to a place of understanding and feeling ready to dive in!

BEFORE THE BOOK is your all-in-one place to learn everything you need to know so you're fully equipped and ready to actually write that book!

Feeling lost or unsure of the steps involved? Wondering what it *really* takes to write a book? Focusing on these unanswered questions can keep you stuck. Instead of sitting down to write, you let your mind wander: Will I be good enough? How long will it take? What if people aren't interested? How does the book get published? What if I need help figuring out what to say?

You'll get the answers to all those questions and more in Before the Book.

It can be tough to start your book if you don't know where to begin, how to write it or how to guarantee that you'll finish.

That's why we'll cover all this in Before the Book:

The essential first step you must take before you even start to write
How to smash feelings of overwhelm when you’ve got too many ideas and don’t know what to do with them.
How to zero in on what you’ll write about so you can stand out in a market full of books on your topic.
The best way to find time to fit writing into your day and ensure you keep going until the book is done.
Your options when it comes to publishing and how to decide which one is best for you.
Little-known benefits of writing a book
All your questions answered!

You'll also get:

A recording of the workshop (yours to keep forever).
A workbook you can refer to over and over whenever you need it.
And much more!

NOTE: Before the Book is a pre-recorded workshop. You'll receive the recording and workbook so you can watch and re-watch at your leisure.

Hi! I'm Ricki, a book coach, editor and writer.

Also known as “Dr. Ricki,” I hold a PhD in English and love working collaboratively to produce writing that clearly shares your message while also capturing your own authentic voice.

In addition to helping writers plan and then write their non-fiction books, I'm also the author of four books myself, including Sweet Freedom, which was recommended by Ellen DeGeneres.

I also worked as Associate Editor for Simply Gluten-Free magazine for seven years. My articles and personal essays have appeared in dozens of magazines and journals, and I've been interviewed on television, radio, and dozens of podcasts.

I live near Toronto, Canada with my husband and other two loves, my dogs Zoey and Jasper.

Finally feel ready to write that book!

BEFORE THE BOOK is your all-in-one place to learn everything you need to know so you're fully equipped and ready to actually write that book!

A practical, info-rich workshop where you'll learn how to prepare everything you need so you feel informed, ready and excited to get started writing your book!