Are you looking to write your first ever novel? If so, then you have come to the right place. In this post, we will give you some amazing tips on how to write a Marvel way book. Let’s get started.
Make A Plan
One of the most important things you can do if you want to write a successful book is to plot out the story before you start. You will need to sit down with a notepad and make a list of everything that needs to happen in the story. It’s important to make sure that everything is connected and that there is an overarching plot. The best way to do this is to make a plot point by plot point plan – a blueprint for where you are going with your story.
This will help you stay consistent when you are writing, and allow you to maintain some level of direction. You can also use this plan to figure out how to best structure the book – is the story going to be in chapters or is it going to be one long continuous piece?
Brainstorm Ideas
Now is the time to brainstorm ideas for your story. You can do this by either listing words & phrases that describe the story (“Ironman meets X-Men”) or by picturing scenes in your head and writing them down (“Tony Stark is giving a TED talk and everyone is listening to him. This inspires a young Steve Jobs to create the first Apple store…”).
Whatever method you choose, make sure that you keep an open mind while you are brainstorming – you do not want to limit yourself to just one idea!
Make A Shelf Of Reference Materials
Make sure to make a shelf containing all of the reference materials that you need for your book. This will help you when you are writing, and allow you to quickly look up information when you need it. You can also use this shelf to keep track of related quotes, characters and scenes that you come across while you are writing. You can make a note of any new ideas that come to you while you are reading through the books on this shelf.
Start Small
If you are totally new to writing, then it might be a good idea to start small. There are plenty of self-publishing platforms out there that allow you to write and publish ebooks without having to set up a whole publishing company just to write one book. Starting small will give you the opportunity to try out different styles and see what works best for you before you commit to a complete manuscript.
It is also a good idea to look for a literary agent or a publisher with a small office and who is able to give you some personal attention. These are the people who can push your book into print, negotiate with your publisher and take care of all the legalities involved in publishing a book.
Join A Writers’ Group
Another great way to get inspired is to get together with other writers and talk about your stories. There are plenty of online communities where you can join groups of authors and get feedback on your work – from reading it to suggesting changes to editing it. Joining a writers’ group is a great way to get your book published and to start building up a reputation as a quality author.
If you live in Sydney, then why not join the Sydney Writer’s Group? Not only will you be able to get feedback on your work and join a community of writers, but you will have the opportunity to pitch your work to some of the biggest publishers in the business.
Keep A Journal
It’s important to keep a daily journal while you are writing the book. This will serve as an outlet for your thoughts as you write – jotting down all the ideas that come to you as you work. You can also use this journal to track the progress of your book – noting down the chapters you have written and how many words you have managed to get down on a daily basis. This will help you determine whether or not you are truly making progress towards completing your book.
Do not be afraid to throw away ideas that do not work – the whole point of journaling is to have a place to sort out all the ideas that you have, and not to limit yourself to just one plan. If you keep a journal, then you will be able to see all the different directions your story can take – keeping you inspired and never ending!
Get A Final Say
When you are writing the book, it’s important to remember that it is never finished. There is always something that you can add or change about the text – whether it is a scene, a character or even the way the story is told. The world of book publishing is a constantly evolving one, and authors who want to keep up to date must be able to continuously revise their work – ensuring that it always remains fresh and exciting.
Make sure that you let your editor or proofreader know that you are actively involved in the editing process. Once you have finished your manuscript, send it to your editor with a covering letter explaining the changes you have made and why you have made them. If your editor or proofreader requests changes, then make sure you consider them – even if you do not agree with all of their suggestions, it is still valuable to have them involved in the process. By considering their suggestions you could end up with an improved version of your book.
Getting a final say on your book is not only good for editors and proofreaders, it can also mean more money for you if they see your point of view on the text. Sometimes authors will request additional payment if their editor or proofreader feels that they have contributed valuable content to the book that is beyond what was originally paid for.
As you can see, there are many ways to write a book. If you want to be an author, then all you need is an idea, a little bit of inspiration and a lot of hard work. It’s not easy, but it is a lot of fun – and as long as you have a good support network behind you, then all the pieces will come together and you will be able to write that book that you have always dreamed about writing. So go ahead and get started – you have nothing to lose and everything to gain!