Many aspiring authors get stuck at the very beginning–they want to write a book, but feel unsure how or where to start. Others may start out fine, but get a bit lost or stuck or overwhelmed if they don’t have a bit of a road map.
So, I thought I’d start our hunt with some of the basics–how to write a book in 9 steps. It’s a bit of an overview and will help you get a sense of some of the crucial decisions that will dictate the steps you need to take to write a book. Plus, as you know, I’m eager to show off my beautifully overhauled site, designed by the amazing Rachel C. Vane.
Even if you’re already writing, these 9 steps may provide a helpful overview of the process and give you some new ideas on how to get started writing your book, including those critical first steps, whether you are self-publishing or looking for a traditional publisher and book deal. Ready to benefit from my years of helping new authors get published by top publishers?
Let’s start with the 9 steps I share for How to Write a Book. Go find them on this website! (hint, the navigation bar has drop down menus where you’ll find the page with the answer).
Point Value | Clues/Actions for Points | Earned Points |
10+ | Name the page where I share the general steps to write a book. Use “Day 1 Author Resource Hunt” in the subject. Email geri@lisatener.com with your answer. | |
5+ | Tweet the key point of your favorite step using #AuthorResourceHunt. | |
5+ | Share your day’s score on today’s post as a comment (below). | |
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Click here to download a PDF version of the checklist to track your points.
Missed the start? Sign up for the author resource hunt here. There are prizes every day, so don’t worry too much about being behind. Find Day 2 steps here.
“Start writing, no matter what. The water does not flow until the faucet is turned on.”
– Louis L’Amour