by Natalia Hooker | Jan 9, 2026 | Alaya Books, Publishing News
I’m thrilled to share some wonderful news. Three outstanding new books published by Alaya Books and/or written by our coaching clients were named finalists in the Global Book Awards. This is a huge achievement and a moment worth celebrating. These recognitions honour...
by Natalia Hooker | Aug 19, 2025 | Alaya Books, Publishing News
I’m Twenty years ago, I was living a crazy, unexpected life – and I began scribbling in my diary, thinking: “Maybe one day, I’ll share these words.” Then life happened. I built a career in publishing, helping others bring their stories to life… while working on...
by Natalia Hooker | Apr 8, 2025 | Alaya Books, Publishing News
Would you leave your job to be a popstar? That’s the question behind my new book Unstuck, and—believe it or not—it’s one I had to ask myself in real life. Years ago, I was working as a banker in New York. I had ticked every box: great job, long hours, a sharp...
by Natalia Hooker | Feb 26, 2025 | Alaya Books for Children, Personal Growth in Writing, Writing Inspiration
I have a brand-new animated music video for you and your little ones! But first, a quick story about persistence… As some of you know, I have cats. It started with one rescue from my daughter’s school. She needed a playmate, so we adopted another… and, well, nature...
by Natalia Hooker | Dec 4, 2024 | Alaya Books, Alaya Books for Children, Personal Growth in Writing, Writing Inspiration
I want to take this opportunity to welcome new subscribers. There are now more than 4,000 members in the Alaya Books community. I cannot express my appreciation enough! Click here to subscribe to Alaya Books for free books and writing tips. Today, I wish to share some...
by Natalia Hooker | Nov 4, 2024 | Alaya Books, Author Interviews, Personal Growth in Writing, Publishing News
“The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.”— Walt Disney It’s a common dream for people to write a book, but very few people do it. Today I am thrilled to share with you an author success story. Sonya Van de Graaff is a lawyer and didn’t have many...
by Natalia Hooker | Sep 24, 2024 | Alaya Books, Alaya Books for Children, Author Interviews, Personal Growth in Writing
Do you have a book inside you? So many people feel they do, but it’s another step to make it a reality. Creating a book is a wonderful experience, but it takes perseverance and patience. In the latest edition of Alaya Book Insights, I had the opportunity to speak with...
by Natalia Hooker | Jul 31, 2024 | Alaya Books, Author Interviews, Personal Growth in Writing, Publishing News, Writing Inspiration
Do you dream of being organized? I know I do! Alaya Books Insights is proud to present an interview with organizer extraordinaire, Ashley Gude of Ashley Organizes. A famous adage says, “When the student is ready, the teacher comes.” I feel like this...
by Natalia Hooker | Jul 10, 2024 | Alaya Books, Personal Growth in Writing, Publishing News, Writing Inspiration
You’ve probably heard of NaNoWriMo – National Novel Writing Month – where writers from around the world come together in November to write a 50,000-word novel. It’s an exciting challenge, but guess what? You don’t have to wait until...
by Natalia Hooker | Jun 19, 2024 | Alaya Books, Personal Growth in Writing, Writing Inspiration
As an aspiring author, you likely have many book ideas whirling in your head. The question is, what should you write about first? The answer is going to come from a pure business standpoint. Write the book that comes easiest to you. Many budding authors are sitting on...