Many people dream of writing a book. Few actually finish one.

In this episode, Susie Schaefer sits down with copywriter, book coach, and author Rachel Catherine Allen to discuss why writers get stuck, how mindset impacts the writing process, and what it takes to finally get your book across the finish line.

Rachel shares insights on authenticity, clarity, memoir writing, and the personal journey behind her upcoming memoir, Bat Shit: My Story of Going Sane.

Key Topics:
• Why authors struggle to finish their books
• The role of mindset in writing
• Authenticity and storytelling
• Memoir writing and personal growth
• Practical strategies for getting unstuck

Connect with Rachel Catherine Allen:

🌐 https://www.boltfromthebluecopywriting.com/
🌐 https://www.rachelcatherineallen.com/
💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelallenwrites/

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Finish the Damn Book Podcast helps aspiring authors, entrepreneurs, creatives, and writers finally complete the book they know they’re meant to write.

Hosted by Susie Schaefer, the podcast cuts through perfectionism, writer’s block, overwhelm, and publishing confusion with honest conversations about writing, publishing, book marketing, creativity, and the author journey.

Featuring authors, editors, ghostwriters, publishers, writing coaches, and industry professionals, each episode offers practical strategies to help writers finish, publish, and share meaningful books.

Topics include:
• Writing and revision tips
• Publishing and self-publishing guidance
• Book marketing and platform-building
• Creativity, confidence, and procrastination
• Encouragement for writers stuck in the messy middle

Many episodes close with Susie’s signature “Reflection Moment”, an intuitive conversation exploring creativity, identity, purpose, and the emotional side of becoming an author.

Whether you’re writing memoir, nonfiction, business, or personal development, Finish the Damn Book is here to help you trust your voice and finally bring your story to life.

Ready to move your book forward?
https://www.finishthebookpublishing.com/

What does it really take to move a book from idea to bestseller?

In this episode of Finish the Damn Book, Susie Schaefer sits down with publishing strategist, bestselling author, and AI for Authors founder Tanya Brockett to discuss how authors can turn their expertise into books that create impact, credibility, and new opportunities.

Tanya shares her INK Method, explains why understanding your ideal reader matters, and discusses the mindset shifts that help authors move from unfinished manuscripts to published books.

In This Episode

• From book idea to bestseller

• Tanya's INK Method

• Why ideal readers matter

• The business value of a book

• Author confidence and mindset

• Ghostwriting and publishing support

• Manifestation and intuition

Connect with Tanya Brockett

🌐 https://tanyabrockett.com

🌐 https://aiforauthors.io

Watch the Full Episode

🎥 https://geni.us/fdb-tanya-brockett

Reflection Moment

Who is the one reader your book was written to help?

When you become clear on that answer, writing becomes much easier.

Finish the Damn Book Podcast helps aspiring authors, entrepreneurs, creatives, and writers finally complete the book they know they’re meant to write.

Hosted by Susie Schaefer, the podcast cuts through perfectionism, writer’s block, overwhelm, and publishing confusion with honest conversations about writing, publishing, book marketing, creativity, and the author journey.

Featuring authors, editors, ghostwriters, publishers, writing coaches, and industry professionals, each episode offers practical strategies to help writers finish, publish, and share meaningful books.

Topics include:
• Writing and revision tips
• Publishing and self-publishing guidance
• Book marketing and platform-building
• Creativity, confidence, and procrastination
• Encouragement for writers stuck in the messy middle

Many episodes close with Susie’s signature “Reflection Moment”, an intuitive conversation exploring creativity, identity, purpose, and the emotional side of becoming an author.

Whether you’re writing memoir, nonfiction, business, or personal development, Finish the Damn Book is here to help you trust your voice and finally bring your story to life.

Ready to move your book forward?
https://www.finishthebookpublishing.com/

Many authors dream of becoming award-winning authors, but are book awards really worth pursuing?

In this episode of Finish the Damn Book, Susie Schaefer sits down with Carol Abrahamson, founder of Book Award Mastery and former McGraw-Hill executive, to discuss how book awards can help authors build credibility, increase visibility, and create new opportunities long after publication. Carol shares insider insights from decades of experience helping authors navigate the world of book awards, avoid scams, and develop a strategy that supports their long-term goals.

In this episode:

• Are book awards worth the investment?

• How awards support book marketing

• Common myths about book awards

• How to identify legitimate award programs

• Why some authors win more awards than others

• Using awards to build authority and credibility

• The connection between intuition and business decisions

Connect with Carol Abrahamson

Book Award Mastery:
https://bookawardmastery.com/contact/finish

22 Free & Nearly Free Ways to Promote Your Award-Winning Book:
https://bookawardmastery.com/22-ways-award/finish

Watch the Full Episode

https://geni.us/fdb-carol-abrahamson

Reflection Moment

What would change if you stopped thinking of your book as a product. and started thinking of it as a platform?

Finish the Damn Book Podcast helps aspiring authors, entrepreneurs, creatives, and writers finally complete the book they know they’re meant to write.

Hosted by Susie Schaefer, the podcast cuts through perfectionism, writer’s block, overwhelm, and publishing confusion with honest conversations about writing, publishing, book marketing, creativity, and the author journey.

Featuring authors, editors, ghostwriters, publishers, writing coaches, and industry professionals, each episode offers practical strategies to help writers finish, publish, and share meaningful books.

Topics include:
• Writing and revision tips
• Publishing and self-publishing guidance
• Book marketing and platform-building
• Creativity, confidence, and procrastination
• Encouragement for writers stuck in the messy middle

Many episodes close with Susie’s signature “Reflection Moment”, an intuitive conversation exploring creativity, identity, purpose, and the emotional side of becoming an author.

Whether you’re writing memoir, nonfiction, business, or personal development, Finish the Damn Book is here to help you trust your voice and finally bring your story to life.

Ready to move your book forward?
https://www.finishthebookpublishing.com/