Insights On How To Write A Book

By Rebecca Long


Writing is not the kind of passion that comes to everyone. So, you are advised to make the most out of your gift. The hardest part is just in the beginning. Once you have gone past the fear, you can already follow the tips below. There would be a lot of trials but you can soon surpass all of them.

Take those small yet organized steps. The path to how to write a book shall come naturally to you. However, you have to try to push yourself to your limit as well. Thus, start with three hundred words everyday. With this technique, your body shall be the one to tell that you need to write for the day.

Create an outline even if your ideas are still vague right now. Again, order is very important if you want to come up with something definite for your story. Start with your preliminary concept. Then proceed to the climax. Most importantly, decide on whether the end will be happy one or not.

You must follow a certain pattern to your writing time. You could start at any time of the day but choose between night and day. This can help set your biological clock and give you the energy to write a story which has never been thought of. Your uniqueness is what will make you stand out among all other authors.

You should have a secret spot for your writing time. This will keep your work away from privy eyes when it is not yet finished. It is important for you to stick with your original concept for you not to face any plagiarism lawsuit. This can also make you proud that you have invented this plot all on your own.

Have a specific word count. Remember that readers somehow expect each chapter to be in the same length. This also gives more order in the book. With this style, editors would see the potential in you since you have already taught yourself with the basics. They would most likely invest on a writer who can be independent.

Have deadlines every week. This is already on your personal progress. As a writer, the greatest enemy you have is your laziness. If you would not put enough pressure on yourself, you shall start to treat your job for granted thinking that you still have more time to finish your chapters.

You should ask for an immediate feedback. Remember that revisions are best made when the story is still fresh on your mind. However, if your editor has tight deadlines too, you should be patient and make yourself productive instead. Think of new titles or you can also use this time to rest.

Do not let your first draft stay with you for too long. You are still going to be rejected one way or another. So, the best thing for you to do is get on with it and start again for you to know how you can get better as a writer.




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