SoJaDe’s Five W’s &
How for Independent Authors
A Self-Publishing Guide to Writing with Clarity, Crafting with Purpose, and Capturing Readers.
Available Now in eBook and Paperback!
Do you dream of writing a book but feel uncertain about your true purpose?
Many aspiring authors start with ideas and enthusiasm, but without clarifying their goals, their writing can lose direction. Are you writing for self-expression, hoping to reach readers, or aiming to do both?
Your purpose shapes every choice you make on the journey ahead.
SoJaDe’s Five W’s and How for Independent Authors — A Self-Publishing Guide to Writing with Clarity, Crafting with Purpose, and Capturing Readers — is your framework designed to bring clarity, focus, and confidence to your writing. Inspired by Dr. Sonya Howell Barrow’s own publishing journey, this guide simplifies the process into six powerful questions every writer must answer:
WHO your book is for
WHAT your book is about
WHEN your story or message matters most
WHERE it takes place or resonates
WHY you are writing it
HOW you will bring it to life
Whether you are writing fiction, self-help, or memoir, this guide helps you define your message, refine your focus, and create a manuscript that resonates with readers.
By using the Five W’s and How, you will be:
• Writing with Clarity by identifying your audience and message.
• Crafting with Purpose by grounding your timing, setting, and story.
• Capturing Readers by uncovering your “why” and executing your “how.”
This guide is not about complicated systems or expensive shortcuts. It’s about asking the right questions, finding your answers, and creating a book that truly matters.
If you are an aspiring independent author who’s ready to stop second-guessing and start writing with confidence, this book is your blueprint.
Book Reviews
TONJYANIKKIA “NIKKI” WRIGHT, Author of: “Hey Gurl, Let’s SOAR and Journal” and “Let’s SOAR Notebook and Planner”
“Working with Sonya has been a blessing beyond words. She didn’t just help publish my two, “Hey Gurl, Let’s SOAR and Journal” and “Let’s SOAR Notebook and Planner,” she brought my visions life and poured her heart into every detail. From designing my business cards and editing my bio to creating my LinkTree and helping my brand stand out with my clients, Sonya gave selflessly, never asking for anything in return. Because of her, my mission to promote physical and mental wellness has taken flight. I will forever be grateful for her belief in me.”
