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I have a great idea for a book but don’t know how to begin writing. Where should I start?
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Question: I have a great idea for a book but don’t know how to begin writing. Where should I start? Answer: Having a great idea for a book is a wonderful gift, but can feel overwhelming if you’ve never written a book before! There is no right or...
over 2 years ago
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How can I stay on track with my writing and get my book finished?
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Question: How can I stay on track with my writing and get my book finished? Answer: Many writers underestimate the amount of time and dedication required to complete a book manuscript. The writing process can differ greatly from writer to writer...
over 2 years ago
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5 Tips for Writing a Book for the First Time
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Every author started somewhere. Make today your starting day! The prospect of writing a book can be a daunting task. Yes, you may have an idea. You may even be really excited about that idea—playing out scenes or developing characters in your head...
over 6 years ago
Managing Your Writing Life
Goal Setting and Process
What is the proper font, spacing, and overall format to use when submitting a book manuscript to an agent or publisher?
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Question: What is the proper font, spacing, and overall format to use when submitting a book manuscript to an agent or publisher? Answer: Formatting may not be something you think about as you draft your book manuscript, and that’s okay. Some authors...
over 1 year ago
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Book in a Year: Getting Started with Fiction - recorded webinar
Jeanne Lyet Gassman
If your Book in a Year goal is to write and publish a fiction novel, this webinar is for you. Even though you may have a great idea for a story, it can be daunting to transform that idea into a full-length novel. In this first webinar, we will explore...
over 7 years ago
Fiction
Plot Planning
Prologues - article
R.J. Lee
By definition, a prologue is a preface or introduction to a literary work. But before you include a prologue in your book, you should ask yourself, “Is it really necessary? Does it add to the readers’ enjoyment of the book?” The cold, hard fact of...
over 8 years ago
Fiction
Plot Planning
Speaking: Turn your Speeches into a Book - article
Shells Walter
There are several motivational speakers who have turned their talks into books and videos. You see those books and videos for sale at bookstores and you may have even caught a few on the Internet and television. These speakers have turned their self...
over 8 years ago
Events
Speaking Engagements
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