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Are
you the do-it-yourself type who just needs a little guidance
and structure? How to Write a Nonfiction Book is a writing
course between covers that will walk you through every step
of planning, writing, producing, and promoting your book.
Each of these steps is a critical piece of the whole picture.
The Introduction poses
some important questions: Do you really have a book to write?
If so, what's holding you back from writing it? Why do you
need a book? What does it take to write one? And what actually
goes in the book, from cover to cover?
Planning is the first and most important step. It means asking yourself
all the tough questions about the book. The most effective
way to plan is to write a book proposal.
Writing takes time ... lots of time. It's the nuts and bolts of any
book. It takes desire, organization, and discipline.
Professional Assistance comprises all the people who help make
a book come to life, and there are many. You may not need
all of them, but consider editors, graphic designers, book
reviewers, publicists, and attorneys.
Production involves
the elements needed to turn your manuscript into a book —
your computer and software, design and format, photos and
illustrations, sidebars, endorsements, and more.
Publishing makes your book real, tangible. You have choices, from do-it-yourself
to a top New York publishing house. You have to match the
method to your needs.
Promotion is the step many writers skip. It takes work to get your message
into the hands of your target audience. No matter how your
book is published, promotion is your job.
If
you can follow directions and fill in the blanks of an excellent
workbook, you need How to Write a Nonfiction Book (Third Edition) by Bobbi Linkemer. To
find out how to purchase this valuable guide in print or eBook
(PDF) format, e-mail bobbi@writeanonfictionbook.com
or call 314-968-8661.
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