Lisa Daily helps nonfiction authors write bestselling books

💸 Why Hiring a Book Coach Saves You Time + Money

Hiring a book coach may feel like a big investment. But not hiring one?
That can cost you years, lost income, and a massive opportunity gap.

Here’s how working with a self-help book coach actually saves you:

✅ 1. No More Spinning Your Wheels

How many hours have you wasted second-guessing your outline or rewriting the same chapter? A book coach gives you a clear roadmap and cuts the confusion—so you can spend less time wondering and more time writing.

✅ 2. Avoid Costly Mistakes

It’s easy to burn through money on the wrong editor, the wrong publishing path, or a “launch strategy” that gets zero traction. A good coach will help you avoid the rookie mistakes most authors make—and protect your budget.

✅ 3. Write a Marketable Book from the Start

Most authors wait until the book is done to ask, “Will this sell?” A coach helps you write with the market in mind—so your book is aligned with your audience, brand, and long-term goals from day one.

✅ 4. Speed Up Your Timeline

Self-help authors often take 12–36 months to finish a book solo. With a coach? You can finish in a matter of weeks or months—with more clarity and confidence.

🧭 How to Find the Right Self-Help Book Coach for You

Not all book coaches are the same—and not all of them specialize in self-help.

Here’s how to find the best match for your voice, goals, and vision:

🔎 1. Look for Self-Help + Nonfiction Expertise

Writing transformational nonfiction requires a different skill set than writing a novel. You want someone who knows how to help you teach, inspire, and guide your reader—without sounding like a textbook or a TED Talk transcript.

Pro Tip: Ask if they’ve worked with entrepreneurs, coaches, or mission-driven authors. Bonus points if they’ve published in the genre themselves.

✨ 2. Check for a Proven Framework

Avoid “winging it” energy. A solid coach will have a clear method or process they follow. (I use my Bestseller Blueprint to walk clients through every stage from idea to published book.)

Frameworks help you stay on track—and give you confidence that you’re not missing any key steps.

📈 3. Make Sure They Understand Book Marketing

A coach should do more than help you write well. They should help you write a book that sells well. That means understanding your audience, brand positioning, and post-launch opportunities like speaking, media, and list-building.

💬 4. Read Reviews + Results

Look for testimonials from real clients. Have they finished books? Launched successfully? Landed speaking gigs or traditional deals? Results matter—and so does trust.

🤝 5. Trust Your Gut

This is an intimate partnership. You’ll be sharing your ideas, fears, and creative work. Pick someone who makes you feel supported, motivated, and excited—not judged or stressed.

👋 Need a Book Coach? Let’s Talk.

Hi! I’m Lisa Daily—a USA Today bestselling author and the creator of The Bestseller Blueprint, a step-by-step coaching framework designed to help you finish your self-help or nonfiction book faster, smarter, and with more confidence.

Whether you're just starting out or stuck in the messy middle, I offer personalized coaching, strategy sessions, and a proven online course to get you unstuck and back on track.

🛠️ Coaching Options

✍️ Private 1-on-1 Book Coaching

High-touch, fully customized support to take you from idea to finished book.

➡️ Learn More

🧠 Half-Day VIP Coaching Intensive

Perfect for getting unstuck, restructuring your draft, or creating a full publishing plan.

➡️ Book a Session

📚 Write a Self-Help Book in 30 Days (Course)

A self-paced option with my full step-by-step coaching framework, ideal for DIYers.

➡️ Take the Course

🗓️ Not Sure Which to Choose?

Book a free 30-minute call—we’ll talk through your book idea, your goals, and what kind of support would serve you best.

☎️ Schedule a Free 15-minute "Get-to-Know-You" Call

💬 Final Word from Your Book Coach: You Don’t Have to Write This Alone

Writing a book is hard. But you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
The right book coach gives you structure, strategy, and support—so you can finally finish the book you were meant to write.

Let’s bring your message to life.

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Lisa Daily
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Lisa Daily is a USA Today bestselling author and one of the top book coaches for nonfiction and self-help authors. She's an award-winning, traditionally & indie published author of 15+ self-help and romance books, and a book coach for everyone from brand new aspiring authors to 6- and 7-figure authors like Renee Rose, Theodora Taylor, Maggie Marr, Ines Johnson, Kel Carpenter, Lee Savino, and Heather Hildenbrand. 💙 Best. Job. Ever. 🎉 She's the author of several writing books including How to Write a Self-Help Book in 14 Days and What 7-Figure Authors Do Differently. I've been called the "go-to book coach for 6- and 7-figure authors." Lisa Daily is the founder of the Bestseller Academy: Write a Self-Help Book in 30 Days Course and host a popular writing and publishing advice YouTube channel, Bestselling Author Writing Coach.