Ep245 – What It Really Takes to Write a Book: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly with April Adams Pertuis

We all love the idea of writing a book, don’t we? That dream of holding your words in your hands, of sharing your story with the world, of finally saying “I did it.” But the truth is — writing a book is not all coffee shop moments and creative bursts. It’s a journey filled with resistance, discipline, emotion, and deep personal reflection. And sometimes, the hardest part isn’t putting words on the page… it’s what you have to let go of to get there.

In this solo episode, I’m getting real about my own writing journey — the good, the bad, and yes, the ugly. I’ve been working on my first solo book for over a year and a half, and today, I’m pulling back the curtain on what this process has really looked like. If you’ve ever dreamed of writing a book (or finishing any big project), this conversation is for you.

Tune in as I share with you:

• Why writing a book will test your patience — and your priorities
• The surprising truth about what’s really holding you back (hint: it’s not time)
• The fear of “laying things down” and how it keeps us stuck
• How having a writing buddy changed everything for me
• My public promise to finally finish and publish my book in 2026 🎯

Whether you’re dreaming of writing your own book or simply tackling a project that’s been sitting on the back burner, this episode is your invitation to make a new decision — to release what no longer serves you and create the space your dream deserves.

If this conversation resonates with you, share it with a friend who might need a little nudge to start their own project. And if you love tuning into The Inside Story Podcast, take a moment to rate and review the show at ratethispodcast.com/story — your feedback helps more people find these stories and get inspired to tell their own.