Thousands of people likely say each day that they want to become a non fiction author…someday. Yet, many never achieve their dream because the find reasons why they cannot write. These people often have college degrees, years of experience and expertise in a given field or on a specific topic about which they want to write, and they have the ability to …
How to become a writer or author is what many aspiring writers and authors want to know. This is one of the most common things that current and potential writers and authors ask me about when I do presentations on becoming a writer. They also want to know, “Where do I begin in order to write a book or article.” Here are four things …
Like anything else in life, those who succeed at nonfiction book writing make lists and prepare in advance. By doing research on your topic, such as, your competition, possible titles, and amount of existing research and information available on your topic, you will be better able to approach your manuscript with some solid ideas in mind. Additionally, do not try to …
If you are working with traditional publishers, or with some small to mid-size ones, you will likely either be using a query letter or a book proposal to get the acquisition editor’s attention. Since many publishers no longer accept an unsolicited non fiction book proposal, it is crucial that you provide the information that will help make them want to take …
If you ever have a period of time in which you cannot think of something to write about and are dealing with anxiety…look around you. Most people have a book inside them, they just need a bit of inspiration. When you doubt yourself as an author or aspiring author, simply take to time to jot down a list of your …
Aspiring and newer writers and authors often ask me for tips on writing a book or how I handle various situations and issues related to developing an idea and turning it into a published book. While there are probably thousands of articles and book offering writing tips for authors, I thought I’d share a few points I’ve found useful over …
People who love to learn and have a passion for sharing information and ideas with others often gravitate to nonfiction book writing. In addition to textbooks, manuals, history and other fact-based themes, many non fiction writers focus on a creative nonfiction book style which incorporates literary style with traditional nonfiction empirical data and facts. It encompasses, books on topics like …
Nonfiction books are one of the two divisions of prose writing (fiction being the second).The genre of non fiction books provides accurate factual or truthful information that is based on empirical or historical data according the author. Non-fiction books cover many topic areas which are written to inform, educate or share ideas and suggestions to readers. Some of the more popular nonfiction categories include: …
Authors desiring to self publish or create electronic books (ebooks) now have more options than ever for getting their ideas into written form and to generate money with minimal effort and cost. Electronic technology and companies/services, such as, Lightning Source, Amazon Kindle, Smshwords, IngramSpark, Bookbaby, Lulu and others continue to simplify the self publishing process. As with other technologies, industry competition is …
There are many things you must learn if you expect to succeed as an author. In addition to having a sound understanding of the rules of grammar, punctuation and syntax, you must also be able to weave the words into a story or message. This message must attract and hold the interest of your readers and also paint a picture …