Ever thought you might write a book?

When I get talking to people about the books that I've written, (currently 4 on sale, 1 in the wings and 1 in the process of being written) a very high percentage of those people say something like, 'I've always wanted to write a book'. They (whoever 'they' are) do say that there's a book in everyone, don't 'they'?

So, I thought I'd put some bits together about what helped me to write my books and maybe it will help all of you out there to get writing. You might not ever publish your book, but being creative is about so much more than that. It might be therapeutic or cathartic, or just a big challenge for you to produce something.

One day I just got up and knew I had to write. I was inspired, and I could see, in my head how it had to be. I wrote solidly for three days and wrote the first half of 'The Spiritual and Psychic Development Workbook'. I had never done anything like it before. I didn't think I'd have anything more left to write about but I am continually inspired and haven't stopped writing since. I love it, and I love that my work helps and inspires others.

So what are my top tips? Here you go...

1. I wrote about a subject I loved, felt passionate about, researched, and had practical experience of.
2. I had a strong desire to share my knowledge with others.
3. I allowed the creative process to happen in it’s own way. For me, when I felt inspired to write, I simply took up a pen and wrote.
4. Once I had enough material and a clear outline, I set myself deadlines / a project plan, to ensure that I got finished. But I didn’t force the creative side.
5. I developed a clear picture of my reader.
6. I got serious about it and developed a plan, not only to finish the book but what to do once it was done.
7. As I wrote I often got new ideas, flashes of inspiration about a new project. I simply made a note of them and carried on with the job in hand.
8. I started writing
9. I carried on writing
10. I finished writing
11. I had a clear vision of what I wanted the book to say to the reader, and how I would say it.
12. I asked for feedback from friends, who would be honest, but didn’t change anything unless the changes fitted in better with my vision.
13. I stopped checking for errors, sometimes you just have to finish and get the book out there.
14. I went on a ‘Market Your Book’ workshop that really helped me with my writing and marketing. And in fact, I came up with new ideas, for more books & projects.

Something that I’ve discovered…
“Anyone can start to write a book, it takes a lot of courage to finish one”
Helen Leathers

http://www.stmpublishing.co.uk/

all the small things

I haven't put a blog post up for ages. I 've had a bit of a mental block with it and made it into a much bigger thing that it actually is. And then today I realised that it really isn't a big job to write a blog every now and again, I don't know why I thought it was. It should be short and sweet. While I was doing a bit of preparation for a radio interview next week I was thinking about what the pivotal points in my journey have been. And I realised that it's the little things that count in life, it's the little things that make the big things happen. It's the smallest quote that can have the biggest impact. Big changes follow small moments of clarity or illumination. Life is a series of moments and in every moment change is possible. In every moment is an essence of time that will allow anyone to alter their course, or supercharge their future, or, if they don't see it and make use of it, not. Don't wait for the quantum leap, just do something, anything, however small, but do it now. Keep your mind and eyes open for the moments in your life and who knows where you'll end up?

Lots of little blessings for you

Bright Blessings - Spiritual Thoughts, Inspirational Quotes and Philosophical Observations on Life, From Helen Leathers is a new book with a difference.

We all lead busy lives but making a tiny bit of time for ourselves to think our thoughts and get to know more about ourselves, our hopes and our dreams can have a massive impact on how we see the world and our role within it. Do you truly know, where you have been, where you are now and, most importantly where you are heading? Are you happy? Would you like to be?

This is a collection of articles, observations and quotes which aim to make you stop and think. In amongst all the everyday ‘stuff’, take a few moments to dip in and have a read. Whether you need inspiration, a quiet moment, a focus for meditation, spiritual or philosophical advice or support, or maybe even something different to do this weekend this is the book to have within easy reach.

A percentage of profits from the sale of this book will be donated equally between The National Literacy Trust and The Hunger Project in a bid to help fight illiteracy and poverty in the UK and in developing countries.

Available online and to order at any bookstore, take a look at www.stmpublishing.co.uk

New Healing Circle In Shropshire

Do you practice Reiki or another form of healing?
Would you like to join a new healing circle in South Shropshire?
We will be meeting every 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Broadmeadow Holistic Centre, Leebotwood, just off the A49 in South Shropshire.
We would like a core group of healers and are asking for a 6 month commitment. There will be a fee to cover costs, this will be £7.50 for the 6 month period (£5 for concessions).
All forms of Reiki, and other healing methods are welcome. Bring an open mind, a spiritual approach and a desire to help and heal.
Bright Blessings
Helen

NOW ON AMAZON WORLDWIDE

Help! I Think I Might Be Psychic

101 Frequently Asked Questions about Spiritual, Psychic & Spooky Stuff

Answered by Helen Leathers & Diane Campkin

Now available online worldwide, including www.amazon.com and www.amazon.co.uk

Do you have questions about spiritual philosophy, ghosts, paranormal encounters or psychic abilities? Got no-one to ask, or worried what people may think? Or just looking for an unusual gift? This provides the answers. And if you visit the website, you will have the option of ordering a signed copy by mail, or online through either Amazon link.

www.helpithinkimightbepsychic.com
We hope you enjoy and are inspired.
bright blessings
Helen

Help! I Think I Might Be Psychic

Now available to order, this is the first book published by Spreading The Magic.
Help I Think I Might Be Psychic
101 Frequently Asked Questions About Spiritual, Psychic & Spooky Stuff
This book is for anyone who has ever asked 'What's it all about?', 'Is there life after death?', 'What's it like to see a ghost?' and other virtually unanswerable questions.
Do you have a fascination with or passing interest in the Paranormal?
Do you have a more pressing concern and don't know where to turn for answers?
Do you suspect you have a talent, a path, a dream or desire that you are not fulfilling and you really wish there was more to life?
Whether you have had supernatural experiences or not, this book will give you the basics, and a whole lot more.
This is our take on the often confusing and occasionally, egotistical world of the paranormal. A reference point that's open and honest and that looks to blow away some of the cobwebs surrounding the more esoteric side of life and death, as we see it. This book is for everyone.
Do you want to know more...?

PRICE: £7.95
For a copy of this book signed by the authors download an order form at www.helpithinkimightbepsychic.com Put the form in the post to us and you will receive your copy within 28 days. Alternatively, if you want one quicker, and don't mind it not being signed, you can also order it online, although, as we are not on Amazon just yet the postage is a bit more expensive using this method.

We hope you enjoy and are inspired by our book.

Petals In The Wind Charity Evening Of Mediumship

A special event has been organised in support of Herts Air Ambulance Appeal & Wood Green Animal Shelter

A Charity Evening of Mediumship

Taking place on Wednesday 18th June at Standon & Puckeridge Community Centre, Station Road, Puckeridge, Ware SG11 1TF. £10 per ticket. Entrance by ticket only.

For tickets & info, call Andrea on 07989 980038