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The truth of the matter is: you need at least ONE good book idea to start writing a book. Maybe you have a ton of different book ideas, or maybe you just have the one, but finding (and deciding on) inspiration is the first step in becoming a successful author. And although you'll need a lot more than good book ideas to succeed as an author,...
If you’ve just decided to write a book, the process can seem overwhelming. You may be thinking: “I want to write a book, where do I start?”You're not alone. Many writers have been in your shoes, not sure where to start when they want to write a book. But if you want to write a book, you’ve come to the right place. Today I’m going to teach you...
Round characters take literature from mediocre to classics and oftentimes, keep readers thinking about the character long after they finish the last page. But what is a round character? In this article, we define what a round character is and discuss the core characteristics of this type of character. Then, we'll give you easy-to-understand...
You're ready to learn how to write a book... And as a first-time author, you're nervous about this new journey because you want first-time success (who doesn't?). But today's publishing industry has become noisy. There is endless information out there on how to write a book, and with the rise of self-publishing, it can be overwhelming, to say the...
How long does it take to write a book, you ask? If you're a first-time author, you probably think it takes a LONG time. Thankfully, we have some good news for you... Writing a book can take far less time than you might imagine! But how long does it take to write a book? If you dream of writing a book, but worry about the time it will take to make...
Asking, "What is a book genre?" or perhaps more specifically, "What is my book genre?" is a key question for writing, publishing, and marketing success. Specific genres often call for certain types of writing or lend well to specific themes. Similarly, your book genre will help inform your book cover design and book positioning in your...
When it comes to titling your book, you only have two choices: name it yourself or get some help. But the latter doesn't mean someone else is naming your fantasy book for you. Stay with us! If you already have a book title, congratulations! You’ve completed one of the most important steps in the book development process. If you landed on this...
What is your legacy?Depending on how carefully you’ve pondered that question, you might have a strong emotional response — feeling fear, satisfaction, or even deep discomfort. As unsettling as it can be to think of a time we are no longer here, as writers we have a unique chance to shape the way we are remembered. By creating books, we leave...
Writing a full rough draft is one of the hardest things you will ever do as an author. You need to take all of these ideas in your head, translate them to the written word, and then somehow organize these endless ideas in the right order. But what is a rough draft, exactly? And how can you write one successfully? Writing a book is a long...
When it comes to pulling in readers and grabbing their attention, you need a compelling inciting incident. But what is an inciting incident, exactly? In this article, we will go over what an inciting incident is, how to use one in your own story, and some inciting incident examples so you understand how they work. Soon, you'll know exactly how to...
