The biggest predictor of writing success: prioritizing your writing. Here's how to do it.

How to be an Author

Ever wondered why some authors succeed? Why they have a collection of published novels, engaged readers, attention from the media, glowing reviews, the opportunity to participate in book signings, and basically the kind of writer life you may have dreamed of?

Writing success- at least, of the "bestselling author" variety, is not guaranteed.

But in general, it boils down to this: success in writing isn't just about finding a spare moment here and there to jot down a few words. It's not just about finally finishing your book. It's about making writing an absolute priority.

There's a difference between simply making time for writing and truly prioritizing it like your life depends on it.

How's this for a truth bomb: if you're not prioritizing writing, you're selling yourself short. When you make writing a priority, you're telling the universe and the people around you, "Hey, this is important to me, and I'm willing to do whatever it takes to make it happen." And guess what? The universe tends to reward that kind of determination.

But here's the thing: prioritizing writing is NOT easy. It means FOMO, it means saying no to distractions, silencing that pesky inner critic, and showing up for yourself—even when you don't feel like it. It means being honest about your values. It is really hard to do- that's why so many wannabe authors fail. But trust me, it's worth it.

So, if you're ready to stop making excuses and start prioritizing your writing like a boss, then buckle up, because writing coach Karena Akhavein is about to dive into some real talk on how to make it happen on this episode of the "How to be an Author" podcast.