The Book Adviser

23/04/2026

A sad day. David Malouf has died.

What an amazing writer.

I am not a great reader of fiction but I love his writing, along with that of Umberto Eco, and more recently Elif Shafak.

The world is a way better place when we have writers in it.

19/04/2026

So you've finished writing your book. You can go to organising the internal pages...
No you can't.
There is other content that you need to create for the inside of your book - all 'that stuff' that goes in the front and then 'the other stuff' that goes at the back.
In this article I run through the content you need to create for the inside of your book other than your main manuscript.

So, you've finished your manuscript. You're now ready to get your book printed. No you're not. There are some other components you need to have to complete the inside of your book. Miss these and you're missing what I call valuable real estate in the book and the ability for people and AI to find yo...

17/04/2026

Pretty much every week one of the large AI companies is launching a new or updated version of its AI tools…the AI world is just moving that fast. It’s easy to get hooked up on this and to play with the new tools, but this isn’t the most effective way to use AI for writing, especially for business books. And there’s different tools to use depending on where you are in the writing process.
For business books there’s a number of AI tools I recommend.

13/04/2026

Too often, the most important stories are only told when it’s too late to capture them properly.

Family businesses are built over time, across generations. The knowledge, experiences, and lessons matter.

Take the time to ask, document, and preserve them.

Because legacy isn’t just what you leave behind—
it’s what you choose to record and share.

12/04/2026

Writing and publishing a book can help you advance your recognition as a thought leader BUT only if it’s a high-quality book.
However, not all books are made the same.
Your book reflects your professionalism, care about the audience you are writing it for and attention to detail. Make it count, email me if you need help: [email protected]

09/04/2026

It’s not about posting constantly or promoting your book in every update.

It’s about sharing ideas, insights, and perspectives that reflect what you stand for—and what your book is really about.

LinkedIn isn’t just where you sell books.
It’s where you build presence, credibility, and connection.

08/04/2026

Many business books try to cover too much and it’s a natural instinct. You’ve built years of experience, and you want to share everything you know. But when a book tries to speak to everyone, it often ends up feeling generic and hard to connect with.

The more specific you are about who you’re writing for, the easier it becomes to decide what to include—and just as importantly, what to leave out.

A strong business book isn’t broad.
It’s deliberate, structured, and written with a clear reader in mind—someone who sees themselves in your words and feels like the book was written for them.

03/04/2026

02/04/2026

Too often, stories are lost because no one thought to ask—or capture them in time.

Family businesses are built over generations, but legacy isn’t automatic. It needs to be documented, shared, and preserved. The insights, lessons, and experiences of today become the foundation for tomorrow.

Start capturing them—before it’s too late. www.thebookadviser.com.au

30/03/2026

People buy business books to gain knowledge and insight into a specific challenge or problem they’re facing.

They’re not looking for everything you know.
They’re looking for clarity, direction, and solutions they can actually use.

A strong business book is focused.
It speaks to a clear audience, addresses a specific problem, and delivers real value in a structured, meaningful way.

If you’re thinking about writing a book, let's chat www.thebookadviser.com.au