Non-Fiction Articles

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Earma Brown @ Wednesday, 3rd December 2008 @ 3:35 PM

Are you still wondering if you have what it takes to write your book? My vote says you do. I am convinced your audience is waiting on your insightful expertise to help solve their problems. Like other professionals who took the plunge and wrote their book, you can create a new monthly income stream. In all fields but especially business, people are looking for practical information and knowledge. So, whenever you're ready here's 7 proven ways to write profit into your first bus... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Earma Brown @ Wednesday, 26th November 2008 @ 10:22 AM

Is your book title designed to hook your potential reader? It should; titles are one of the most important aspects of your book. Did you know the average reader, publisher or editor only spends about 6 seconds looking at the front cover of any book. They spend not much longer, about 14 seconds, on the back cover. That leaves an author about 20 seconds to make a good impression on a potential reader. How will your title measure up in those few seconds? Does your title do its job well? I ... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Donald Mitchell @ Saturday, 22nd November 2008 @ 12:48 PM

What we anticipate seldom occurs; what we least expected generally happens. --Benjamin Disraeli Within weeks of submitting our proposal to business book publishers, we had a contract for our business book, an advance check, and brimming confidence that the worst was past. After all, we had a great idea, a finished manuscript, and a great publisher! We soon learned that publishers are often very tactful while wooing authors. Their reservations are shared after you cash the a... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Nick Sanders @ Friday, 21st November 2008 @ 2:38 AM

When you are starting of as a writer, many people just don't think of the importance of making a good first impression with potential publishers. Ensuring your cover letter and article proposal for your manuscript is very important. Keeping it short and sweet The purpose of a covering letter is to let the editor know your name, address, telephone number, the title and length of the piece you are submitting. It is also a matter of common courtesy to include a polite introductory p... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Cathy Goodwin @ Thursday, 20th November 2008 @ 2:31 PM

Recently I came across a question on a forum. "If I get a lot of rejection letters from agents and editors, what do I do? Should I decide to self-publish after, say, 100 rejections?" I believe this author is asking the wrong question. The issue isn't publisher vs. self-publish. It's about reaching your target audience with a quality book, especially if you write for the how-to self-help genre. First, I would pay attention if the agents and editors seem concerned a... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Earma Brown @ Thursday, 20th November 2008 @ 1:09 PM

Why would anyone buy your non-fiction book over another in your category? Will your book stand out in the crowd of books on your subject? Does it solve any problems in your field easily? Think about it, most readers are looking for non-fiction books to solve problems. For example, when I started speaking professionally I bought a couple of books about speaking. Looking in the bookstore, there were lots of books to choose from. I chose Lilyan Wilder's book "7 Steps to Fearless Sp... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Earma Brown @ Thursday, 20th November 2008 @ 10:37 AM

Did you start on your book,lose focus and stop? Like the author, you would love the rewards of a completed book but wonder how to fit writing into your schedule. This article is for you. I want to encourage you about finishing your book fast and getting it to market sooner. Now is not the time to give up; here are some tips that will re-start your book writing but faster. Trust me, if it feels like you're a stick in the mud, these tips will pull you out. I call them the habits of hig... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Nick Sanders @ Wednesday, 19th November 2008 @ 11:51 PM

When you are writing, having a strategy in mind is rather useful, especially when you are wanting your reader to commit to something or someone. You will want to lead the reader in the direction you intend to finish upon and don't want to cause confusion and misdirection in your writing. Here are a few tips on the carrot and stick strategy of writing that is good to use in a time of need. I firmly believe in a process that I have named the carrot and stick process. I have seen that... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Earma Brown @ Wednesday, 19th November 2008 @ 5:58 PM

Have you been guilty of putting your book dream on the back burner? If so, don't feel bad; many writers get hung up with wrong thinking about writing and completing their books. In fact, you can get excited. For I'm about to help you take easy steps that will destroy the power of procrastination over your book dream. Using the amazingly easy steps below any aspiring author can conquer the giant procrastination and speedily write their book now. Here's what you should do:more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Donald Mitchell @ Monday, 17th November 2008 @ 3:14 AM

Put it before them briefly so they will read it, clearly so they will appreciate it, picturesquely so they will remember it and above all accurately so they will be guided by its light. --Joseph Pulitzer When I started the 400 Year Project (to demonstrate how 400 years worth of normal improvements could be accomplished in only 20 years), I began sharing our message on the Internet and through articles. I also planned to create a series of books and articles that would begin... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Earma Brown @ Monday, 29th September 2008 @ 1:04 AM

Are you ready to finish your book? It doesn't matter if you are almost finished after 2 years or just beginning, these book writing tips will help you finish in the next 48 days. You owe it to yourself and your important message to finish fast and go to market sooner. For years, my book manuscript would end up in the drawer with the rest of my unfinished projects. No more; now I finish my book writing projects in 48 days or less. I learned from my mentors who showed me the wa... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Earma Brown @ Thursday, 21st August 2008 @ 5:15 AM

Did you know Americans alone spend $8.5 billion a year on how-to and self-help information products, programs, and services? A recent Google search on the phrase "how to" yielded 2.37 billion results. Why do people buy self help and how to books? Most readers buy books to solve problems or help with filling a need. For example, when I started speaking for a fee I needed help with jumpstarting my speaking abilities. Browsing in the bookstore, I was attracted to Lilyan Wild... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Stuart Brown @ Friday, 15th August 2008 @ 10:36 AM

Speech writing is a talent, and like playing basketball, it is a fact that some people will do it better naturally than others. However, exactly like playing sports of any kind, it is also something that that you can get better at with practice. In this article I am going to explore several techniques as to how you can improve your speech writing abilities, and also how to approach writing a speech for ceratin different circumstances. Whether it be for a wedding, where perhaps you are the best m... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Stuart Brown @ Monday, 11th August 2008 @ 1:47 PM

If you are like me, you probably put your heart and soul into creating a wonderful paper, essay or article. You know that you conducted the necessary research and that you wrote a sound paper. However, you are now at the end and you may be wondering, how can you write a bibliography? Well, I am here to tell you that writing a bibliography does not have to give you a headache. In fact, it can be a fun experience if you follow these proven tips. Here is what you will need to do: 1. Know wha... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Earma Brown @ Thursday, 7th August 2008 @ 9:50 AM

Is your book organized? The best non-fiction books are organized like a paved road guiding readers through their chapters. That paved road of organization includes mile markers, exit signs and other road markers for each chapter. Think about it; we easily get lost unless the path is clear. It's stressful to take a journey without a clear road to travel. Most people enjoy a journey (even a book journey) on a paved clearly marked road. Instead of leaving your readers to follow a mucky... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Earma Brown @ Thursday, 24th July 2008 @ 12:24 PM

Everyday someone hops a train to start writing a book. Unfortunately as one person gets on the train to write a book there are several people who decide that it's hopeless, they'll never complete their book and get off the train. My hope is that you will be the one who starts the journey of writing a book and stays on to completion. Staying on track to write a book is not without effort and diligence; even so you can do it with an easy road map (a system.) If you're reading... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Joan Clout-Kruse @ Sunday, 8th June 2008 @ 12:18 AM

Writing a print book takes lots more time and money so a good way to start is to write an eBook instead. It takes months and sometimes years to get your print book into the publishing mode. It costs a lot more to pay for printing, advertising, promotion, fulfillment (storage and selling your book), plus many more expenses. Yet, it is important to you to let your prospects and clients recognize you as an expert and that you attract clients and build your business. You know that a print bo... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Joan Clout-Kruse @ Monday, 12th May 2008 @ 11:51 AM

Have you ever sat at your computer or with your writing pad and your mind is blank? The words just won't come. You had a great plan to write a book but you are stuck. Or maybe you are feeling a little insecure and wonder if you will ever finish your book. You begin to feel that writing is such a lonely profession. Fret no more! Did you know that you could have a cast of characters to draw from to help you finish your book? With this team you not only will complete your book but it... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Joan Clout-Kruse @ Friday, 9th May 2008 @ 9:19 AM

Here is a list of some activities that can help you stay motivated while writing your great book. Create some of your own. 1. Surround yourself with enthusiastic people with a positive attitude. Phone them when you need to be uplifted. Or send them an email and ask for their enthusiastic encouragement. 2. Your favorite music. It should be soft, easy listening, classical, upbeat, or some type of music that doesn't distract you from writing. 3. A well-organized, clean wor... more...

Writing » Non-Fiction | By Joan Clout-Kruse @ Saturday, 19th April 2008 @ 10:16 PM

Do you get stuck? Does your writing slow down at times? Does a mental block affect you occasionally preventing you from continuing your writing? If so then it's time to put lots of energy and enthusiasm in your life to get that writing passion going again. You are not a machine so it is natural that you would slow down at times. However you do want to finish your book in a timely manner because you know your book will be a great benefit your readers. Don't get stuck. Practice... more...