Cindy Childress, Ph.D. The Expert’s Ghostwriter®
Helping experts and coaches write books that make money and an impact with my Bestselling Book Blueprint
Fairy Godmother of Bestselling Books * Author Mentor * Speaker and Ghostwriter
Cindy Childress, Ph.D. is a fairy godmother of writing, author mentor, and ghostwriter who helps experts and coaches write books that make money and an impact.
Highlights of her results in the past six years:
43 Client and Student Books Published
15 #1 Bestselling Books
17 Book Awards
Cindy is also a speaker and leads Crank Out Your Book in 8 Weeks, her signature book writing course and coaching program. Over 700 authors have completed her Bestselling Book Blueprint Challenge. She won gold for Business of the Year: Media and Entertainment 2022 with the American Business Awards.
She is based in Houston, TX and is available for speaking opportunities across the U.S., global and virtual summits, podcasts, and interviews.
CIndy Childress Ph.D.’s Speaking Topics
Your Bestselling Book Blueprint
How to Write a Book People Actually Want to Read
You Don’t Have to Get Naked to Be Creative (But You Can)
Create Your Power Sentence in Three Steps
As Featured in:
No time wasted
“I’ve heard the “I do blank for blank” talk from a variety of speakers - but Cindy’s presentation was the clearest version I’ve heard. Her simple but thorough framework was well-thought out and easy for participants to follow.
Anyone who struggles to clearly (and succinctly) explain what they do and who they do it for would benefit from Cindy's talk. And even if you think you’ve got it down pat, a quick refresher will verify that your message is coming through loud and clear.”
—Michelle Martello, Digital Strategist and Designer, Minima Designs
In The Press
Articles about or quoting Cindy Childress, Ph.D.
Authority Magazine with Cynthia Corsetti
Featured Expert Roundup
Stevie Awards with Maggie Gallagher
Authority Magazine with Cynthia Corsetti
Featured Expert Roundup
Stevie Awards with Maggie Gallagher
Course Method with Lisa Parmely
Thrive Insider with Adam Torkildson
Authority Magazine with Pirie Grossman
Thrive Global with Pirie Grossman
Thrive Global with Ben Ari
Authority Magazine with Yitzi Weiner
U.S. News & World Report with Ilana Kowarski
Thrive Global with Karina Michel Feld
Authority Magazine with Karina Michel Feld
Podcast interviews with Cindy Childress, Ph.D.
Mindset First with Linda Perry
She’s Making an Impact Podcast with Rachel Ngom
Florida Writers Podcast with Allison Nissen
RoamHowl with Jennifer B. Gardner
How to Turn Your Blog into a Book with Stephanie Fiteni
Copy Chief Radio with Kevin Rogers
Permission to Kick Ass with Angie Colee
The Business of Writing Podcast with Laura Gale and Rachel Mazza
Author Promotion Show with Pantea Kalhor
Hot Copy Podcast with Kate Toone and Belinda Weaver
The Business Upgrade Podcast with Terra Bohlmann
More Than a Few Words Podcast with Lorraine Ball
Rituals with Daniel Lamb
Confidence for Rockstar Marketing with Anna Iverson and Helen Walker
Build Your Authority with Fergus Matheson
Authority Marketing LIVE with Melanie Hershorn
YouTube interviews with Cindy Childress, Ph.D.
Conversations with Women Trailblazers with Dr. Carmen Landrau
Revel Coach with Alison Niessen and Marcy Stoudt
Author Promotion Show with Pantea Kalhor
Entrepreneur Motivation with Chris Bolla
The Path of Me with Wendy Hutchinson
You have no idea how much you helped me
“I've struggled with my tagline for a very long time. Then I heard Dr. Cindy speak about our power sentences. I was hesitant to ask for help, but I raised my hand. And what do you know - within a minute of a little brainstorming with her - my exciting new power sentence was born. Now, I can’t wait to share how lifestyle photography helps personal brands grow more profit.”
Irina Leoni, Founder of Power Portraits®
Speaking Events
“Becoming Pop Culture: Write Your Own Story.” Keynote. Western Kentucky University. Bowling Green, KY. November 9, 2019
“Make Your 20-Second Power Sentence Pop.” The Shrimp Club. NYC, NY. January 13, 2020
“Be Your Own Main Character.” The Concorde Mastermind. Miami, FL. February 21, 2020
“Elevate Your Elevator Pitch.” Aim High WHW2N. Houston, TX. February 29, 2020
“How to Know You’ve Got a Bestseller Book Idea.” Beautifully Bare Retreat. Cabo, Mexico. April 23, 2020 (Postponed)
“Networking for Authors.” Writespace Houston. Houston, TX. April 26, 2020
“How to Write a Book People Actually Want to Read.” "Speakeasy Virtual Summit. Online. July 7, 2020.
“The Cloak of Visibility: Content.” Concorde Mastermind. Online July 18, 2020.
“You Don’t Have to Get Naked to be Creative (But You Can).” Business Ecosystems Builders. Virtual Conference. August 19, 2020.
“Re-Purposing Your Epic Blog for Content.” How to Market Your 6-Figure Business. December 17, 2020.
“Why You Need a 30-Second Commercial.” Aim High and WHY. February 19, 2021.
“Corporate Storytelling.” Stevie Awards Success Series. March 22, 2021.
“Story Email Copy Breakdown.” Titanides Mentoring Collective. March 30, 2021.
“Elevate Your Elevator Pitch.” Women Helping Women 2 Network. April 28, 2021.
"Behind-the-Scenes of a 6-Figure Ghostwriting Business." Houston Nonfiction Authors Association. June 30, 2021.
“How to Write a Book People Actually Want to Read.” Houston City Breakfast Club. July 21, 2021.
“Elevate Your Elevator Pitch.” West Houston Rotary Club. August 21, 2021.
“A Million Pieces of Your Manuscript.” Author Learning Event With Cathy Fyock. September 16, 2021.
“Closing the Success Gaps for Women in Business: Leadership.” Mentoress Collective Symposium. October 29, 2021.
“Your Bestselling Book Blueprint.” Copy Chief Member Training. December 1, 2021.
“Secrets of a 6-Figure Ghostwriter.” Western Kentucky University. March 28, 2022.
“Your Bestselling Book Blueprint.” The Copy Writer Club Think Tank. September 30, 2022.
“Your Bestselling Book Blueprint. Next-Level Therapist with Maegan Megginson. November 18, 2022.
“Discover Your #1 Author Personality.” Women in Publishing Conference. March 3, 2023.
“Secrets of a 6-Figure Ghostwriter.” American Writers and Artists Institute (AWAI) with Marcella Allison. July 11, 2023.
“How to Write a Book People Actually Want to Read.” Women in Publishing. July 13, 2023.
“How a Quiz Can Help You Write and Market Your Book.” Quiz Lab with Linda Sidhu. December 15, 2023.
“Your A-List Authority Ecosystem.” The Ultimate Authority Up-Level with Ron Reich. January 21, 2024.
“Visibility Strategies: Establishing Authority in Your Niche.” Behind the Launch panel inside Linda Sidhu’s MixerMind. April 11, 2024.
“Elevate Your Elevator Pitch.” Texas Women in Business: Houston Chapter. August 20, 2024.
“Elevate Your Elevator Pitch.” Downtown Houston Rotary Club. November 14, 2024.