Category: Books and Literature

How to Choose a Topic When Writing a New Book

27 Jan, 2016 , , , , , ,

The first step in writing a book is choosing a topic. For some writers, a topic idea has been percolating in their minds for a while, or they come across some piece of information that generates a topic idea. However, for others, it can be a challenging task to find a topic that will be […]

Should I Use a Publisher or Self-Publish?

4 Dec, 2015 , , , , ,

Congratulations, you’ve finished your book! Perhaps it will become a series that will make you the next J.K. Rowling with enough millions to open your own Gringotts. Or, perhaps you have a self-help book that will make you the next Dr. Phil. No matter how compelling your story or your book’s advice, you face the […]

Words to Avoid When Writing a Non-Fiction Book

6 Nov, 2015 , , , ,

Congratulations on your decision to write a nonfiction book! Whether it’s for personal or commercial purposes (or both), you’ll find it to be a fun and rewarding experience that opens the doors to a whole new world of possibilities. However, your nonfiction book will be much improved if you can avoid using these words: Best […]

Common Writing Mistakes to Avoid

30 Oct, 2015 , , , , , , , , ,

Fused Sentences I think every author has been guilty of making this mistake (including myself). A fused sentence, also known as a run-on sentence, occurs when two or more clauses are unnecessarily joined together. If the clauses can stand alone as their own separate sentences, you should either split them into two sentences or add […]

Simple Writing Tips that Work

17 Oct, 2015 , , , , , , ,

Writing isn’t an exact science; it’s a form of art that requires a combination of creativity, hard work, and practice. If you are struggling to write your first book, or even your second, you’re not alone — many of us struggle and run into road blocks. We have some writing tips to get you started […]

Where are the Best Places to Write?

18 Sep, 2015 , , , , , ,

Many authors struggle to write from home, simply because it’s filled with distractions. You may find yourself getting up every 30 minutes to let the dogs out, stopping to do laundry, cooking, or performing other “household activities.” When you spend your time doing these activities, however, you won’t have the time to write. This is […]

Obvious and Not-So-Obvious Benefits of Writing a Book

22 Apr, 2015 , , , , , , , , , , ,

Still not convinced that writing a book is worth your time and energy? Granted, a lot of work goes into writing a book. You must choose a topic, research the topic, turn your thoughts into words, and then go back and proofread and edit everything before publishing it. Of course, this is just the general […]

Writing Tips For First-Time Authors

2 Apr, 2015 , , , , , , , ,

Congratulations on your decision to write a book! Regardless of the niche/subject, it’s a great way to build credibility while promoting your respective brand or business. But it takes more than just a couple pages of rehashed content to produce a successful and engaging book. If you’re serious about writing a book, you should follow […]

Biggest Book Writing Mistakes

20 Feb, 2015 , , , ,

Congratulations on your decision to write a book! It’s a fun and rewarding way to generate sales, establish greater brand recognition, and spread the word about your business. However, you’ll want to avoid the following mistakes when writing your book. Creating Your Own Cover Design According to a survey of over 1,000 self-publishing authors conducted […]

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