more than a calling card but not your whole calling,
your book is ORANGE on the Clarity Spectrum.
here's what that means.
You want to reach new readers by offering a fresh take on a familiar challenge.
This book reframes how people think and opens the door to your bigger vision.
Meet the
Magnetic Perspective
Ever hear something reframed so clearly it unlocks a door you didn’t even know was closed? That’s what a Magnetic Perspective book does.​
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This book isn’t shouting into the void, but it's also not preaching to the choir. It's tilting the lens just enough to shift how your reader sees a problem, a process, or even themselves—forever.
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Magnetic Perspective books start with something your readers think they already understand, then helps them see it in a way they’ve never considered before.
They get under the skin in the best way possible. Not by spelling out every last detail, but by creating just enough space for readers to feel like they've discovered something powerful on their own. And in a lot of ways, they have.
When readers close this kind of book, they don’t just walk away with new ideas. They leave with a shifted perspective that can't be unseen—and more than a little curiosity about the person who helped them see it.
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how a magnetic perspective book takes shape
start with:
a real problem that real people are facing (bonus points if it's something they think they understand)
layer in:
a subtle shift that creates clarity, sparks curiosity, and gives readers a sense of fresh possibility.
build toward:
​a deeper level of trust in your unique viewpoint, pulling readers in toward your bigger ideas.
how to spot a
magnetic perspective
On the page, you might see...
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Familiar concepts addressed or described from a fresh angle
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Metaphors and reframing more than than step-by-step instructions
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Inviting language that encourages reflection or reconsideration
Off the page, the author might be…
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Thoughtful and insightful, not overly prescriptive
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Someone who clearly cares about their ideas, but isn't here to lecture you on them
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Open-minded, curious, and genuinely excited about shifting perspectives
When you're reading, the book might feel like...
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Finally seeing the puzzle pieces snap into place
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The "aha!" moment you've been looking for but didn't know how to articulate
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A comfortable conversation that leaves you energized and open to new possibilities
3 shapes a magnetic perspective book can take
pure
magnetic perspective
builds out a subtle but transformative viewpoint shift on something readers think they know well.​​
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The Practice by Seth Godin
magnetic perspective with a solution layer
leads with a clear shift in viewpoint, then provides practical steps to apply it in real life.​​
Burnout by Emily Nagoski and Amelia Nagoski
magnetic perspective with a connection core
​​demonstrates a fresh
viewpoint through the lens of personal experiences
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Untamed by Glennon Doyle
what you need to know about writing a magnetic perspective
A Magnetic Perspective book has its own specific needs, pitfalls, and expectations. Here's what you can look for along the way.
You'll need: A strong sense of your reader’s pain point or frustration.
You can expect: To lead them through a mental and emotional reframe, not always a how-to. You won't fix the problem for them, but you will help them see it clearly enough to approach it differently.
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You'll need: A clearly articulated way of seeing the world.
You can expect: Readers who hesitate to let go of their old perspective. You can’t rush their transformation, but you can make sure the invitation for change is clear, grounded, and waiting for them when they're ready.
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You'll need: Trust that the shift will land without over-explaining it.
You can expect: To wrestle with whether the book feels “helpful enough.” Let your lived insight do the heavy lifting—your clarity is what makes space for theirs.
You'll need: A natural next-step pathway (newsletter, workshop, coaching, etc.).
You can expect: Some, but not all, readers will want more of your perspective. Be ready to welcome them.
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​Watch out for…
Turning the whole book into a manifesto. Your perspective is powerful, but readers need space to engage with your perspective from their own pain point, not to be preached at.
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The tendency to slip too far into teaching or doing mode. This isn’t about proving your expertise. It’s about shifting their way of seeing the world. Let the clarity of your lens lead the way.
Overloading your message with disclaimers. Not everyone will get it right away. Some won't get it at all. That doesn’t mean you’re wrong. It means you’re early.
try this magnetic perspective 5 Minute Outline
1. What is your reader feeling right now that makes this perspective necessary?
2. What misunderstandings or old ways of thinking keep us from fully addressing this problem?
3. What perspective or insight do you most want to "click" for your reader?
4. What will make this insight feel so clear for your reader that they won't be able to unsee it?
5. What will change in the reader's world after they see it in this new light? (Tell the whole truth!)
What's Next?
Whatever book you’re building, it’s easy to overthink the next step. Or any step. All of the steps. It happens.
Here’s the simplest way to stay connected to what matters most. Simply—and frequently—ask yourself:
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How does this book fit into my larger work in the world?
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What would help my reader most in this moment?
These two questions will keep you aligned every time you start to second-guess.
And when you’re ready for deeper support, here are two more ways to keep moving at your pace, in your way.
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​​Remember that you’re writing toward something bigger than a $24.99 sale.
Remember that you’re offering the reader something more than a few hours of escape.
You’re building a bridge between your truth and theirs.
Be kind to both of you (author and reader) as you bring that vision to life.
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You already are the magic.
I’ll be here when you’re ready to bring that magic to the page.
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