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The Biggest Mistake New Authors Make
When you’re first starting out as a writer, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that you have to write what is popular at the moment. You develop a taste for certain subject matter and try to replicate that in your work, without considering whether or not your intended audience will enjoy your take on the subject matter. Popularity can be a dangerous mistress; she can lead you to write what is most convenient for the people around you, rather than what you truly believe in. Believe it or not, your audience doesn’t always live in the virtual world, they live in the real world and they have real lives and real feelings. When you write without consideration for your audience, you are most likely to lose them as soon as your book is published.
Create A Platform
An amazing ebook doesn’t just happen by chance. A lot of hard work goes into it and a lot of careful consideration. You have to consider everything from the cover to the formatting to make sure that your eBook will render perfectly on any device. When people discover your eBook they should be able to open it up and instantly know what to expect. The last thing you want is for them to have to spend several minutes trying to figure out how to read your book because it is poorly formatted or the wrong cover was used. Even the smallest details such as the font used or the spacing between paragraphs can affect the overall readability of your book. Make sure to practice before you publish. Get a professional editor to take a look at your work. With so much attention going into creating a perfect package, it is worth the investment.
Make Sure You Have Everything
No, I don’t mean make sure you have a perfect camera roll or a glamorous wardrobe. I mean, have you ever tried to write an amazing book and then discovered that you didn’t have the essential tools to complete it? If you are writing on a PC, then you are most likely using a word processor which can be synced to the cloud. This means that you can access your work anywhere at any time. If you are using a Mac, then you are lucky enough to have access to Apple’s own publishing platform, which can be accessed through the Mac App Store. This ensures that you don’t run out of disk space due to unexpected file growth and that your work can be accessed whenever needed. In both cases, making sure you have the required software tools is vital in order to write and complete your book. Always check for updates before using any new software or application as they will often patch security flaws and introduce new features.
Know How To Market Your Book
Marketing is an important part of any book’s lifecycle. You can’t just write a book and assume that someone will come across it and then all of a sudden, you will be famous. You must establish yourself in your chosen field and continue to build a following. One way to do this is to consistently engage with your audience through social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
By sharing interesting articles, interacting with your followers, and participating in online communities such as those relating to your niche, you will start to establish yourself as an expert in your field. This will inevitably lead to more opportunities and higher profile assignments. As you gain confidence, start to look for paid speaking gigs and request to be considered for review assignments. You should also look into self-publishing through platforms such as Kindle and CreateSpace.
The more you engage with your audience, the more they will know, like, and trust you. This will lead to more opportunities for you to share your expertise with others. Building a brand and gaining credibility is an important part of any successful author’s career. Never underestimate the power of a good platform and a engaged audience.
How To Write An Amazing Ebook
So, you’ve decided to write an ebook and you have a subject matter that you feel strongly about. You want to make sure that you give it your all and put your best foot forward. What do you need to do in order to write an amazing book?
As a new author, you will most likely be overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information available online. There are countless blog posts, articles, and online communities relating to the topic you have chosen. Before you start trying to determine which information is the most useful to you, it’s important to take a step back and establish what you are looking for. Think about the question ‘how to write an amazing book’ in terms of what you want to learn. Once you have an idea of what you want to learn, you will be able to narrow down all the available information to the most useful parts. The good news is that taking the time to figure out what you want will save you a lot of time in the long run. Remember, write what you know.
In order to write an amazing book, you must be willing to learn. The key to establishing yourself as an expert in your field is by continuing to educate yourself on new topics and keeping up with the latest trends in your industry. Become a sponge and constantly be absorbing information. This will eventually lead to you becoming the go-to source for all things related to your niche. As an author, this is the kind of information you will need to have at your fingertips.
Choose A Niche
As I mentioned above, you don’t necessarily have to write about something that is currently popular. There are many niches out there that need good content and are willing to pay for that content. When deciding which niche to go for, consider your interests, strengths, and hobbies. It is also a great idea to read blog posts from authors within your chosen niche to get an idea of what they are writing about and how they approach their content. This will give you a better understanding of what the audience is looking for and how you can provide value through your writing. Once you have established yourself as an expert in your chosen field, it’s a great idea to look for paid speaking gigs or review assignments. You can also set up your own blog or website where you can consistently post articles relating to your niche. This will not only help you establish yourself as an expert but it can also be a source of passive income down the road.