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A transformational author uses the levels of transformation (below) to write a transformational book. They write from the perspective of personal growth and life experience, and are motivated to share their story and wisdom through their writing for the purpose of transforming their readers' lives. The four critical levels of transformation are:


 * Level #1: Transformation of Self


 * The author's own transformation through the very process of writing a book that will impact lives for the better - the author focuses on who they want to become through the process of writing their book.


 * Level #2: Transformation of the Reader


 * The author's commitment to the reader – to whatever pain or struggle they may be experiencing and to their success in experiencing a transformation that helps them heal, grow, succeed, and live a fulfilling and joyous life - every word should be written with the reader's experience, growth, and transformation in mind.


 * Level #3: Transformation of the Author's Profession


 * The author's vision of the book as a vital piece in the development of their own business, profession, cause, or calling – the author wishes to build a business or cause through their book, adding systems, programs, services, and offerings that will further impact people and change their lives in powerful ways.


 * Level #4: Transformation of the World – One Book (One Reader) at a Time


 * The author's commitment to the impact their book can have on the world – their own world in their local community and the world as a whole - the author helps to tip the scales of humanity and usher in a new world that works for everyone – a world that is based on love, collaboration, wholeness, peace, joy, and abundance for every living being.

History
The term "transformational author" was first used by Christine Kloser in June of 2010 for a new paradigm of authorship bringing the transformational movement to the printed word. Its first public appearance was at a training event called the Transformational Author Experience held in May of 2011.

Comments
Attendees of the May 2011 Transformational Author Experience learned how to write a book that can take their professional and personal development to the next level. Brandi Harrigan of The Positive Crusade called it "the most powerful experience that I have felt in some time."

Bestselling author Robert Allen wrote: "You will be a better author; you will reach more people; you will have a clear message; and most importantly, you will not only transform yourself – but you'll transform the people you were destined to transform. And what could be more enlightening for yourself personally than to realize the song you were destined to sing is being heard by the people who need to hear it."