How To Write Non-Fiction: Turn Your Knowledge Into Words (Writing Craft Books)

How To Write Non-Fiction: Turn Your Knowledge Into Words (Writing Craft Books)

Do you want to write a non-fiction book but don't know where to start? Or perhaps you worry that you're not ‘the expert' or have enough authority in your niche to write a book on it?<br /><br />Are you ready to help other people and change your own life with your words?<br /><br />The first non-fiction book I wrote changed my life. Sure, it helped other people, but mostly it altered the course of my life – so much so that 10 years later, I make a living with my writing.<br /><br />I've written seven other non-fiction books and co-written two more and built a multi-six-figure income around my non-fiction eco-system. In this book, I'll share everything I've learned along the way and save you time, effort and frustration on your author journey. The book includes:<br /><br />PART 1. Before You Write: Mindset<br /><br />Why write a non-fiction book?<br />Can I write a book if I'm not the expert?<br />Originality. Or, there are so many other books on this topic<br />Who are you? Personal stories and the writer's voice<br />The day a non-fiction book changed my life<br />Fear and self-doubt<br /><br />PART 2. Before You Write: Business<br /><br />Types of non-fiction books<br />Business models for non-fiction books<br />Who is your book for? Identify your target market<br />Decide on the topic for your book<br />Decide on your book title<br />Your author name and pseudonyms<br />How long does your book have to be?<br />How long will it take to write the book?<br />Your perspective on time<br />Writing a book proposal<br /><br />PART 3. Writing and Editing<br /><br />Gather and organize existing material<br />Research, interviews, surveys, and social listening<br />Structure and organize the book<br />How to write the first draft<br />How to dictate your book<br />Turn your blog/podcasts/videos/talks into a book<br />Speed and quality<br />Focus and shiny object syndrome<br />Writer's block<br />Co-writing a non-fiction book<br />How to turn a boring book into an engaging read<br />Elements of fiction in non-fiction<br />Truth and perfectionism<br />Legal issues: Using real people, quotes, lyrics, images, and citing sources<br />Self-editing a book<br />How to find and work with professional editors<br /><br />PART 4. Publishing and Product Creation<br /><br />Your publishing options<br />The different formats for your book<br />Non-fiction book covers<br />Book formatting for non-fiction<br />Pricing your book<br />Your book sales description<br />Categories and keywords<br />Turn your non-fiction book into a multimedia course<br />Updating your books over time<br /><br />PART 5. Marketing Non-Fiction<br /><br />Two models of marketing and the importance of mindset<br />Book-centered marketing<br />Paid advertising for non-fiction books<br />Author-centered marketing. The power of a personal brand<br />Build your author website<br />Build an email list<br />Integrate email marketing with your book<br />Content marketing for non-fiction books<br />My non-fiction marketing journey<br />Conclusion and your next steps.<br /><br />It's time to (finally) write your non-fiction book. Download a sample or buy now and start writing.