Lesson 2.1 – Critical Tips On Beginning Your Manuscript
This past week, we have taken time to give you an extensive bird’s-eye view of the publishing business and this sometimes peculiar process of becoming a successful author. We will now take a departure from this overview, and begin to talk about the writing process.
This session will begin with material about Beginning the Writing of your Manuscript. Here are some things we’ll discuss:
- The “energy” you are broadcasting
- The “Why” of writing your manuscript
- Questions you should ask yourself as you begin
- Why being clear about your reasons for writing your book will determine your writing success.
Lesson 2.2 – Writing Categories: What Form Do I Use?
In this session we’ll explore a variety of Writing Categories you may want to pursue.
Categories discussed include:
- Fiction – mystery suspense, war action, adventure novels, romance novels or regular stories of interest to a special audience
- Nonfiction – for those looking to learn something or to solve some problem
- True Fiction
- Miscellaneous Book Types – Religious, Travel or Children’s books, Cookbooks, Quotation or Poetry books
We’ll also discuss determining the market for your book.
Lesson 2.3 – A Few Extra Tips Before You Get Started
This session explores the topic of using Research and Experience in the writing process and discusses several famous writers who used both.
In addition, the mechanics of writing, a recipe for success in writing your book and the very best way to begin and write your book are explained.
Lesson 2.4 – A Single Cohesive Theme For Your Book
In this segment, the crucial value of creating A Single Cohesive Theme for your book is explained.
There is NO more important step to writing your book than this one. We’ll discuss how to create your own theme, which will act as the driving force behind your writing.
Lesson 2.5 – Book Writer’s Math: Figuring the Number of Pages, Number of Words, and Does Length Really Matter?
This session will cover a variety of “Numbers” questions regarding pages, chapters and words.
We’ll examine examples of books both large and small by famous authors, and will also address the value perception of your readers.
Lesson 2.6 – Creating Your Book Outline
In this session we’ll discuss the importance of using the tool of outlining to help you in organizing your thoughts and creating your book manuscript.
Topics covered include using index cards and incorporating computer outlining software – also the best outlining software John Harricharan recommends.
