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The Creative Penn Limited How To Write Non-Fiction by Joanna Penn
Do you want to write a non-fiction book but dont know where to start? Or perhaps you worry that youre not an expert or have enough authority in your niche to write a book on it?Are you ready to help other people and change your own life with your words?The first non-fiction book I wrote changed my life. Sure it helped other people but mostly it altered the course of my life - so much so that 10 years later I make a living with my writing.In this book Ill share everything Ive learned along the way and save you time effort and frustration on your author journey. The book includes: Part 1. Before You Write: MindsetWhy write a non-fiction book? Can I write a book if Im not an expert? Originality. Or there are so many other books on this topic Who are you? Personal stories and the writers voice The day a non-fiction book changed my life Fear and self-doubt Part 2. Before You Write: BusinessTypes of non-fiction books Business models for non-fiction books Who is your book for? Identify your target market Decide on the topic for your book Decide on your book title Your author name and pseudonyms How long does your book have to be? How long will it take to write the book? Your perspective on time Writing a book proposal Part 3. Writing and EditingGather and organize existing material Research interviews surveys and social listening Structure and organize the book How to write the first draft How to dictate your book Turn your blog/podcasts/videos/talks into a book Speed quality and perfectionism Focus and shiny object syndrome Writers block Co-writing a non-fiction book How to turn a boring book into an engaging read Elements of fiction in non-fiction Does non-fiction have to be true? Legal issues: Using real people quotes lyrics images and citing sources Self-editing a book How to find and work with professional editors Part 4. Publishing and Product CreationYour publishing options Use different formats to create multiple streams of income Non-fiction book covers Book formatting for non-fiction Pricing your book Your book sales description Categories and keywords Turn your non-fiction book into a multimedia course Updating your books over time Part 5. Marketing Non-FictionTwo models of marketing and the importance of mindset Book-centered marketing Paid advertising for non-fiction books Author-centered marketing. The power of a personal brand Build your author website Build an email list Integrate email marketing with your book Content marketing for non-fiction books My non-fiction marketing journey Conclusion and your next steps.Its time to finally write your non-fiction book!show more