When I first arrived here at The Skool Bookshop, I truly knew nothing about writing a book. No cover design. No publishing process. Just a story inside me that needed to be told. This community showed me that you don’t have to have all the answers to start. You just have to be willing to learn, take one step at a time, and keep going. Today, I’m writing my memoir in real time — sharing chapters as they happen, creating scenes inspired by those moments, and growing as a writer right in front of you. And the most beautiful part? Someone with their own writer community recently asked me for the key to reading my book. That was a milestone I never imagined when I first started here. Proof that growth happens when you show up and stay curious. If you’re new, unsure, or wondering where to begin — please know this: You don’t have to know everything. You just have to start. @Scott Soutter 🏴‍☠️🎯🌎🚢🐍

I was the lucky winner of last months book giveaway. And honestly I've never won anything random in my life, so when I woke up and finally checked my messages to see @Rachael Bermingham tagging me all of the place, and other comments mentioning me, I was like "What? What have I missed..... So I don't see the drawer live, but watched the recording and was so beside myself. I had actually seen Claudia's book highlighted a few weeks prior and so knew it was one I wanted to read. I’m just about to dive into Chapter 6. I wanted to share a few thoughts so far—especially for those of you sitting on the fence about picking this one up! The "Age-Friendly" Perk: I turn 54 tomorrow (yay!), and honestly, the first thing I fell in love with was the large print. It sounds like a small thing, but at this stage of life, having a book that’s easy on the eyes makes the reading experience so much more relaxing. I’m the kind of reader who needs to be captured early, or I’ll wander off. The prologue did exactly that—it set such a vivid scene that by the time I hit Chapter 1, I was already fully invested. I have a goal this year to try and be more consistent with reading, so this one is next on my list. It was so easy to read I ended up at Chapter 6 the first night I decided to start it in bed. Albeit I had not finished a book I started last June. LOL. I know, I have about 10 pages to go. I am already so drawn to Abby. You just know that she wants to do the right thing by her family, but she also has a rebellious streak in her. I can only guess there is room for the other characters to slowly come to life. Will the families stay close ? Who will discover her secret first ? So many questions and plot twists. 📢 I believe the next giveaway is happening tomorrow (April 30th)! (Maybe a surprise gift for my birthday 🥳) Honestly, the thrill of winning such a beautiful gift, and having it come directly from the author was something so special. Waiting for it's arrival in the mail and not electronically makes it extra special.

*** RELEASED TODAY! *** Love and Loss of a Parent by @Sue Anderson-Stevens Honouring your loss while gently guiding you from grief towards meaning and purpose. ABOUT THE BOOK: When Sue Anderson-Stevens lost both of her parents, everything changed. In Love and Loss of a Parent, she shares her deeply personal journey through grief and the powerful truth she discovered: while loss reshapes you, it does not have to define you. Through honest reflection, practical activities, and a gentle four-stage framework, Sue guides readers to honour their past while consciously becoming who they are now. This is not about going back to who you were before. It is about moving forward with courage, intention, and love. The next version of you is waiting. ➡️ Buy it Here ⬅️

Super excited to announce @Danielle Drew from Australia as the winner of a book promoted by one of our amazing authors in the Skool Bookshop! 🎉📚 Danielle, head into the category called SHOP and go shopping! 🛍️ Choose 1 book you would love to read, we'll get it and send it out to you! We're SUPER excited to hear which book you will choose! Danielle isn't an author; she is a book lover! So instead of plugging her book, we'll give her fabulous community a shout-out instead - a DOUBLE win! Danielle's community is Public Speaking - Vocal Power, it's a fantastic group! I'm a member and love the vibe there and all the great information Danielle shares, helping members become better, confident and more successful speakers. You can check it out here. Well done Danielle on being our monthly book winner in the Skool Bookshop! How good is it?! Just for reaching Level 3, you get the awesome opportunity to win one of our amazing authors' books! 🎉🎉🎉🎉 🎥 Watch the live draw below.

Authors Level 3 and up - the 30 Book Promos in 30 Day Challenge is now unlocked for you! 🎉 Congratulations - you now get to show us your book AND learn how to market it with 30 fantastic book promo strategies! Head to the classroom to access the challenge now and begin! Remember to do just 1 a day, don't binge it, take your time, and have fun! This is a fantastic opportunity for you to get your book seen! 🤩 🔥 @Rob Cole, @Nabila Kauser, @Manda Jackson, @Trish Rock ,@Eileen Bennett, @Mark Tierno, @Sharon Jones We look forward to seeing you and your book SHINE here in the Skool Bookshop! @Lauren Kinghorn, @Michael Wish, @Adam McCollough, @Anita Marie - you are 2 comments away from joining them! 👏