5 Things A Writer Must Know
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The following question was asked on a mailing list loop this past week. What are the five most important things an author must know when considering writing and publishing a book? Since I have been blogging every place except on my personal blog, I thought I would post my response to this question here.
1. Time management.
If you are going to write a book, you have to set aside the time to do it. You also have to guard that time with your life. Okay, that’s a bit extreme! LOL! You have to be flexible because things do happen, but you definitely need to get out a calendar and set some personal deadlines.
2. Study.
Writers have a natural desire to write, but like any talent, you have to practice and master new skills. Study the craft of writing.
3. Marketing
People have asked me why I think so far ahead. You have to! It has appeared to me, writing the book is half the battle. No matter how the book is published (traditional or self-published), the other half of the process is truly the marketing side.
4. Support
I have three great critique partners who don’t mind telling me when something doesn’t sound write (I mean right) and that has made a huge difference in my growth as a writer.
5. Write. Write. Write.
I’m not always working on a manuscript, but I’m writing as much as I can during the week. Whether it’s a devotion, an article or a book review. The more you write, the more you learn how keep the writing tight or write with a purpose.
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