Thank you, NetGalley for an advanced ARC of this book

I have been using this book to help me in trying to reframe the way I look at myself when it comes to my writing, because truth be told I do lack confidence and I wanted to space out each chapter I read every week or two to test out what was being said, because for books like this I think it's important to do that.

Now I will say not every technique worked for me and I mainly adapted the ones that did so I can become more focused and stride to go forward. Certain chapters for me spoke more then most and I will say that I got allot from it for being such a short book

Very helpful read.A wonderful read!
Highly recommend!
Many thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for my ARC. All opinions are my own.

Uses both affirmations and mindfulness, as well as effective and sensible suggestions to help complete your written works. Whilst I felt this book had some useful and implementable topics, giving it a four as it referenced JK Rowling in a positive light. The references to Stephen King, Elizabeth Gilbert, and Maya Angelou would have been more than sufficient without bringing a known bigot and transphobe into the conversation. Thank you NetGalley for the free ARC.

I think this is a helpful book for people just getting into writing, but it feels more like an outline for a book than anything.

There are lots of positive points in this book, which have helped me gain confidence in my writing and have given me some more skills to work with.
I found it informative, but it did come across as a bit patronising in parts. There were obvious directives, which I found a bit irritating, but which other writers might find helpful. Each writer may find something different in its presentation that resonates with them. On the whole, it gave me pause for thought and a bit of direction to follow.

This was given to me as a pre-approved read from Netgalley.co.uk.

If you happen to be someone who has read multiple books on writing or articles on productivity, or someone who is not a beginner writer, than this book will not be for you as it regurgitates the most common adages and advice given freely. Unfortunately, I am one of those people. I also did not find this useful as it only touches on the surface level and has no real depth or anything unique to offer to the growing literature of self help and productivity for writers.

A short but very helpful guide for writers experiencing self-doubt creatively. Some of its motivational tips have already given me more confidence as I work on my first book. Grateful!

This concise and accessible book addresses the common challenges writers often face—like feeling stuck or doubting their own abilities. With clear, practical examples, it offers simple strategies to move past creative blocks and regain confidence.

What sets it apart is its range of supportive tools: podcasts, digital resources, and actionable tips that help writers stay on track. At its heart, the book encourages self-belief, persistence, and a growth mindset—reminding readers that consistency is key to progress.

A valuable and uplifting read for any writer looking for motivation, clarity, or just a gentle nudge forward.

There was a lot of helpful advice for writing here. I wasn’t wild about the format. Most of it was displayed almost as lists. I’m useless at remembering lists. I think it would have been easier to take in if the book was expanded to discuss each of the points more than it did and with a lot more tasks. The content was good though, and it was clear the writer knows their subject.

The Mindset Cure for Writers offers a thoughtful and practical guide for writers grappling with self-doubt, procrastination, and other mental barriers that stifle creativity. The book’s core premise is that limiting beliefs—those insidious thoughts like “I’m not good enough” or “I’ll never finish this novel”—can be reframed for immediate relief and transformed through long-term strategies for lasting change. While much of the advice draws on familiar personal development concepts, its strength lies in tailoring these ideas to the unique challenges of the writing life, making it a valuable resource for both novice and seasoned authors.
The book is structured around identifying and dismantling self-sabotaging beliefs, with clear steps for shifting one’s mindset. It emphasizes short-term techniques, like journaling or reframing negative thoughts, alongside sustainable habits, such as building consistent writing routines and fostering resilience. The inclusion of case studies featuring literary giants like Stephen King and J.K. Rowling is a highlight, illustrating how even the most successful writers face self-doubt and overcome it. These examples are inspiring, though at times they feel slightly idealized, as the average writer may struggle to relate to such high-profile success stories.
What sets The Mindset Cure for Writers apart is its accessibility. The author presents psychological insights in a conversational tone, avoiding jargon while grounding the advice in relatable scenarios—like staring at a blank page or dreading rejection letters. The exercises, such as rewriting negative self-talk or setting incremental goals, are practical and easy to implement, though some may feel repetitive for readers familiar with self-help literature. Still, the writer-specific lens keeps the material fresh, and the broader applicability of the strategies—to careers, relationships, or personal growth—adds unexpected value.

This book is brief outline of ideas. It needs to be flushed out and expanded. It lacked engaging details. It felt more like a companion workbook. Was that the intention?

I’ve been interested in writing since around the third grade and over the years I’ve read a lot of books on the subject. I’m always hoping to find a new nugget of wisdom or two, so I was excited to check out The Mindset Cure for Writers from Books Go Social. While the actual name of the writer is not given, the author did state they were a published author with translations and an option deal, so it was clear they’d had more than a little success. And while there is indeed some solid advice, much of it coming from a neuroscience POV. While some points are explored, much of the book felt more like an outline, as if the author made of list of subjects they wanted to explore, but then only gave a cursory overview rather than an in-depth exploration of the subjects. While there’s some solid advice within, the book feels more like a starting point. It does have the advantage of being short and therefore something you can get through quickly, but there are more comprehensive books out there that you might want to explore once you are done with this one. I’d like to thank BooksGoSocial and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review an eARC of The Mindset Cure for Writers.

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I appreciated that this book relied heavily on psychology, which gave it an extra level of validity. And there is indeed some good advice in this book. However, the delivery fell short for me. The writing felt very dry—sterile and institutional. As such, I had a really hard time focusing on what I was reading. My mind wandered constantly, and there were a few times I nearly drifted off to sleep. Needless to say, I didn't retain much of what I read.

There is some good advice in this book, but as far as writing craft books go, this one didn't click for me.

The Mindset Cure for Writers is a brief guide to silencing that inner critic and reclaiming your creative power. This guide offers short and long term strategies that can be helpful for anyone who may struggle with imposter syndrome, or feeling stuck in what they do(not just writers!).

A few of my favorite parts included coming up with a structured response to criticism, how to design environments that support belief changes, and establishing accountability systems.

The guide then goes on to include other books, online classes, podcasts and more that can help overcome limiting beliefs.

Overall, this guide could be helpful for writers who sometimes feel stuck, or anyone who is looking to make a positive change.

This 48-page guide sets out to inspire and motivate writers to overcome self-doubt and limiting beliefs. While the intentions are good, the content feels more like a long-read on Substack than a fully developed book. It lightly touches on familiar mindset topics, like imposter syndrome but doesn't go deep enough to offer fresh insight or really practical tools. For seasoned writers or those already exploring mindset work, it may feel somewhat surface-level. The overall feel is like something I could ask ChatGPT to draft. With a bit more depth, it could have made a stronger impact.