You Are a Writer (So Start Acting Like One)

You Are a Writer (So Start Acting Like One)

Becoming a writer begins with a simple but important belief: You are a writer; you just need to write. <br /><br />In You Are a Writer, Jeff Goins shares his own story of self-doubt and what it took for him to become a professional writer. He gives you practical steps to improve your writing, get published in magazines, and build a platform that puts you in charge.<br /><br />This book is about what it takes to be a writer in the 21st Century. You will learn the importance of passion and discipline and how to show up every day to do the work. <br /><br />Here's what else you will learn:<br /><br />- How to transition from wanting to be a writer to actually being one<br />- What “good” writing is (and isn’t)<br />- How to stop waiting to be picked and finally choose yourself<br />- What it takes to build a platform<br />- Why authors need to brand themselves (and how to do it)<br />- Tips for freelancing, guest blogging, and getting published in magazines<br />- Different ways to network with other writers, artists, and influencers<br />- The importance of blogging and social media and how to use it well to find more readers and fans of your writing<br /><br />You Are a Writer will help you fall back in love with writing and build an audience who shares your love. It’s about living the dream of a life dedicated to words.<br /><br />AND IT ALL BEGINS WITH YOU.<br /><br /><br />Table of Contents<br /><br />Introduction<br /><br />Part 1: Writing<br /><br />You ARE a Writer: Claiming the Title<br />Writers Write<br />The Myth of Good<br />It Gets Tough<br /><br />Part 2: Getting Read<br /><br />Three Tools Every Writer Needs<br />You Need a Platform <br />Your Brand is You<br />Channels of Connection<br /><br />Part 3: Taking Action<br /><br />Getting Started<br />Before Your First Book<br />When the Pitching Ends<br />What Next?<br />