Have an info product that you want to sell as an e-book? Now is the perfect opportunity to do so. Writing an e-book doesn’t have to be hard. In fact, you can use a proven strategy to create an e-book that will sell for you.
The strategy is simple. You can either use a free tool such as Fiverr to find a skilled writer, or you can use your own skills to write the e-book. The choice is yours. If you go with the former option, you can ensure that the e-book you are creating is of good quality. If you go with the latter option, you will need to do a little bit of research into how to write an e-book. In this article, we will teach you exactly how to do so.
The Basics Of E-Book Writing
An e-book is nothing but digital information stored on a computer. The easiest way to think about an e-book is as a book that you can read online. All you need is a good internet connection and an e-book reader (e.g., Kindle, Nook, etc.).
The beauty of e-books (aside from how easy it is to write and sell them) is that you can update them quickly and easily. If you decide that you want to add or change content in the future, all you need to do is click the “Update” button and your changes will be instantly applied. This is especially useful for creating e-books on a topic that you are passionate about (for more information, refer to our guide on how to write a bestselling novel).
The basic structure of an e-book is similar to that of a regular book. Each chapter will typically begin with a combination of a bolded heading and a subheading. The bolded heading will be used as the chapter’s title and the subheading will be used to briefly state the chapter’s content. After the chapter’s content, there will be a brief section describing the chapter.
There will also be a few pages of technical writing at the end of each chapter. This is essentially information that will help the reader understand and use the material covered in the chapter. For example, if you are writing about HTML, you would include information on the difference between the various elements that make up a website (e.g., H1, H2, H3, etc.) along with code examples used to create various website designs.
Where Do I Start?
If you are writing an e-book to be sold on Kindle, Nook, or other e-book reading devices, you will first need to decide which one you should use. The answer depends on your target audience. If you are writing for a general audience, you will want to go with the Kindle app since it is extremely popular among eBook readers. If you are writing for an expert audience, you will want to go with the Nook app since it is extremely easy to use and has a large number of specialized functions.
Once you have made your selection, it’s time to move on to the next step.
Select A Theme
Now that you have your e-book reader, it’s time to choose a theme for your e-book. You can use the same guidelines you would use to choose a theme for a regular book (e.g., choosing a popular genre or selecting a specific topic) to choose a theme for your e-book. Once you have chosen a theme, it’s time to move on to the next step.
Formatting And Organizing Your E-Book
The next step is to choose a document format for your e-book (e.g.,.doc,.rTF, or.epub). You have several options when it comes to formatting and organizing your e-book. The first option is to use Microsoft Word and simply format the document to your liking. This is generally the method used by most authors since it is extremely easy to use and doesn’t require any programming knowledge.
The second option is to use a free tool such as Aldiko to read and organize your e-book. Aldiko is a standalone application that works with your phone’s internet connection to give you access to a large number of books. While it is possible to use Google Docs to create and edit a document (e.g., how to write an SEO plan), Aldiko has several advantages. For starters, you can easily share your documents with others (within reason). You can also leave comments and track changes on any given document. If you’re an author who wants to make sure that their work is not only accurate but also formatted correctly, Aldiko is the perfect tool for the job.
Creating The Body Of The E-Book
The body of an e-book is made up of the chapters. You will need to decide how many chapters you want to include in your e-book before moving on to the next step.
Choose A Cover
The cover of an e-book is what the reader initially sees when they open the book. It is the first thing the reader will encounter when they open the book. Since the cover is what the reader will see, it is of the utmost importance that you choose the right one. You have several options when it comes to choosing a cover for your e-book. You can either choose a nature-themed cover or go with a realistic image of the main character (if you are writing a fiction e-book). If you are doing an informational e-book, choose a simple logo or image that will draw the attention of the reader.
Adding Images And Video
Adding images and video to your book can be a powerful tool. It is also quite easy to do. All you need is a decent internet connection and a computer (or mobile device). If you are writing for a mobile audience, simply take a look at the platform you are using. Most mobile devices have a camera feature and many people use them to take photos and videos as screensavers. If you are using Microsoft Word on a PC, simply hit ctrl+G to open the “Find” function. Type in what you are looking for (e.g., “image”) and you will be presented with a number of images you can choose from. If you are doing an informational e-book, adding images and video to the book can be a great way to add more value.
Editing And Proofreading
Once you have finished drafting the body of the e-book, it’s time to go through and edit it. This is relatively easy to do with just a plain text editor (e.g., Microsoft Word). Once you have made all the necessary corrections, it’s time to move on to the next step.
Publishing
If you are doing an informational e-book, simply click the “Publish” button on Amazon once you have finished editing. This will take you to the Publishing page on Amazon where you can choose between various publication options. You can either opt for a free “Kindle Publishing” option or paid options (as with any other product on Amazon).
If you are doing a fiction e-book and want to make sure that your work is represented accurately, contact a professional editor. An editor can help you choose the right tone for your text, fix any grammatical errors, and ensure that your story is logically organized. If you are doing a very long project, hiring an experienced editor might be a luxury that you can afford.
The Info Product Advantage
As mentioned above, all you need to create an e-book is a good internet connection and an e-book reader. That’s literally it. There are no special skills required to write an e-book. You can literally start writing an e-book today and have it published tomorrow. That is one of the major advantages of an e-book. You can update it anytime you want and it’s quite easy to do. You don’t necessarily need a publisher to get your e-book published. This is also one of the major advantages of an e-book.