Many people have a book inside of them.
They typically say stuff like, "One day I'll write a book about gardening.
" and then that's it.
Then they wonder why they haven't gotten anywhere with their book.
I know the feeling.
In this article, you are going to read some tips to help you get stated on that book you keep threatening to write.
Narrow Down Your Topic Most of the time people already have their topic in mind when they decide they want to write a book.
The thing that usually needs to happen is that the topic needs to be more specific.
Instead of writing about gardening, you could write about growing roses in a cold climate (or something along those lines).
It's a lot easier to sell a book with a specific topic than it is to sell a general book.
You'll have a lot easier time finding a niche market for your book when you have a specific topic.
Set a target publication date I have found that things with a deadline usually get accomplished.
There's more of a sense of urgency when you say, "I want to have my book published by ___date.
You have given yourself something concrete to reach for.
Share your goal with others Most people have to have someone else to hold them accountable.
Share your goal with others.
Pick an accountability partner to help you get finished with your book.
You'll be less likely to slack off if you know someone will be asking you how you did.
Set milestones Once you know when your book is due, you can set milestones for completing your work.
When you set a milestone, you're just saying that I need to have ___ number of words done by ___date.
This helps you break down the job so it doesn't seem so overwhelming.
Writing a book doesn't have to be hard.
All you have to do is start writing.
Just create a schedule and stick to that schedule.
Get a coach if you must.
You can't be on the best seller's list with an unfinished book.
So what are you waiting for get started on that book now.