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7 Essential Book Writing Tips for Aspiring Authors

So, you’ve decided to write a book—fantastic! But let’s face it: the path to becoming an author is rarely a smooth ride. It’s more like a rollercoaster with unexpected loops and occasional dips. Writing a book is more than just an accomplishment; it’s a journey of self-expression and creativity. It’s not just about putting words on paper; it’s about weaving...
By Tom Benson
Marketing & Content Manager @Spines

Let’s start with an interesting statistic that may surprise many of you: Not all of the books you have read in your life were written by the authors whose names appear on the book cover. In the shadows, making dreams come true for authors of thousands of books published every...

A finished draft of your book is definitely a reason for celebration – it’s a huge accomplishment! However, your book usually won’t be ready to hit stores until it goes through rounds of revision. Let’s break down the editing process. There are usually several phases the editing process will take....

You might have an amazing idea for a plot, a passion for the written word, a drive to publish a book, and all the latest technology at your fingertips. However, a book can’t write itself, and certainly not if you are missing the most necessary thing: time. Let’s face it...

An aspect that has a direct influence on the mood and style of a novel’s narrative is the perspective through which the writer narrates. Whether it is in first or third person, often, the writers’ decision is guided through their own creative influences and genre preferences. Authors who read predominantly...

Common Book Writing Myths: Once you have begun the process of writing your first book, chances are you’ve encountered at least one setback – whether logistical, creative, or even a mental block. Add to this the many myths you hear about the writing process, and you may find yourself struggling...

Both writers and readers look forward to the last chapter in the book. While the writers yearn to finally finish their manuscript, readers are eager to know how the story ends, and where the characters end up. As a reader, you have probably encountered stories that choose to remain open-ended,...

Sometimes, the creative process of a writer can feel incredibly lonely, often filled with unique writer challenges. Romanticized as an idyllic bohemian fantasy of quill pens and candlelit inspiration, the reality of writing a book is decidedly far less glamorous. Writing is a unique career, with a lot of pressure...

Perhaps by now, you have noticed a theme as you venture through the process of publishing your manuscript: being an author is more than just writing a book. Getting your book in the hands of readers also requires thought about marketing to your target audience, and creating a physical product...

So, you’ve climbed your Mount Everest – you’ve finally finished your manuscript! It is a great accomplishment, by all means, but unfortunately, the writing is not over – yet. In addition to the book cover, interior formatting, and other design aspects of your product, one of the most important yet...

Are you planning to write a book and wondering how long it might actually take? Are you currently writing a book and need to assess your timeline? This article will help shed some light on the path to write a book. Estimating the time required to write a book is...

Surely, all writers have experienced this feeling: your mind is as blank as the page in front of you, a classic writing barrier. You may have the desire to write, but no idea how to get the process started. Conversely, you can have a thrilling idea (or a mundane deadline),...

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