Book Writing Tips
Before You Write, Find Your ‘Why’
To have a firm grasp on your why will help make the time and money you invest in writing and publishing your book worth it.
Read MoreReduce Writer’s Block, Exercise Your Creative Muscle Every Day
Creativity is a muscle, and like any muscle, it needs to be exercised if you want it to do the heavy lifting of moving off writer’s block. Exercise your creative muscle every day, and you’ll be amazed at what will come.
Read MoreHow to Format a Manuscript
Ever wonder how to format a manuscript? Here are 5 common formatting mistakes to avoid when you submit your manuscript for publication, or consideration. Often, when I’m considering taking on a client, they’ll send me their manuscript—or whatever they have so far. I’ve noticed some errors people consistently make when formatting their manuscripts that are…
Read MoreHow Long Does a Full Manuscript Critique Take?
The time it takes to critique a manuscript depends on a couple of factors, namely writing quality and length.
Read MoreWhat The Beatles’ Get Back Documentary Teaches Us About Writing
As a life-long Beatles fan, I knew I would love the Beatles Get Back Documentary. What I didn’t expect was how much I would learn watching their creative process. Having released 22 studio albums between 1963 and 1970 of mostly original songs, the Beatles were among the most prolific artists of their time. I’d often…
Read MoreAre You Ready to Write a High Profit Book?
How do you know you’re ready to write and publish your high profit book? Take it from someone who’s done both, writing a book is like having a kid. You put a lot into creating it, but the real work begins once it’s out. Like having a kid, there’s no perfect time, but here are some…
Read MoreThe 7 Traits of a Bestselling Book Title
You might not know that the book titles of 95% of all the bestselling books of all time (including present day bestsellers) have 7 basic traits in common, but they do. Here’s the breakdown of what they are. First, here’s how I came up with the list. Anyone who knows me knows I’m a geek…
Read MoreShould You Hire a Ghostwriter?
When you’re getting ready to write a book, one question likely to pop up first is, “Should I hire a ghostwriter or try to write it myself?” To write a book, you actually have three options available: Write it yourself Write it with the help of a coach and/or a really great editor Hire a…
Read MoreHow to Position Your Book Like a Pro
When it comes to writing a book that will get excited readers to hit that ‘Buy’ button on your book’s landing page, there is nothing more important than market research. It’s quite true that some of the most important work for a new or aspiring author actually happens before even one word is ever written!…
Read MoreWhere Writers Find Inspiration
Everyone needs inspiration to write, but writers require it on a regular basis. Whether writing an article, novel, a business book, or blog post, writers need inspiration to create quality work that is worth reading. Writers often find their own sources of inspiration and creativity by following some simple guidelines, which I’ll cover in this…
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