Category: Getting Published
Writer’s block isn’t uncommon by any means. And it’s not unusual to reach a point in the writing process where you are simply “stuck” and are having trouble moving forward with your story. But whether this occurs on the first page or the last, there are likely some underlying reasons why your creativity and motivation […]
Have you always wanted to become an author and share your story in book form? Brand new authors always have a story. But they aren’t sure how to take what’s in their head and transform it into a piece of literature the world will want to read. How do you get started? How do you […]
For the majority of authors, starting a book is arguably the toughest part of the process. Being able to put your thoughts into thousands of words isn’t easy. Sharing your story in a way that will make sense to others is no small feat. Hence you should feel exceptionally proud when you reach that last page, […]
Have you ever read a book where you found yourself unintentionally nodding, or just found yourself drawn to the author’s words, emotions, and impressions, simply because you understood completely what they had to say? This is a genuine connection, and it’s an imperative attribute when you are sharing your personal story, and you want your […]
Up until very recently, if you wanted to share your story, you first needed to find a publishing house that would allow you to do so. It wasn’t until the rise of the Internet era when authors suddenly found that they didn’t have to be chained to an agent or a publisher in order to […]
Putting an incredible story to paper can be an intimidating venture. You know your story inside and out. But for many new authors, condensing these experiences into a book can be a difficult process that raises ample questions and potential obstacles along the way. And if you are a new author, you’ll likely want to […]
One of the biggest roadblocks that new authors face when they want to transform their story into a book is a simple lack of confidence. How do you know that your story is worth sharing? Will it resonate with readers? Does it indeed have the ability to help and inspire people? Asking yourself these questions […]
You may already have a story in your head that is itching to get out. You know the experiences, obstacles, and life lessons to include. And you know all the major events that shape your story, and move it forward. This is especially true if you’re basing your story and book on real-life events and […]
If you’ve been mulling over the idea of writing a book, you may have already heard of Book Bound. Book Bound is our acclaimed three-day event that occurs once or twice a year to help new authors map out their book from start to finish. You may already have a fantastic story in mind, but […]
Every single person has a story. And regardless of specific life paths or individual obstacles, every person’s story has fascinating twists and turns that helped shape their future. We all have big life events that transformed our outlook, and distinctive backgrounds and integral people who influenced us along the way. After it all, there’s a reason […]
If you are inching closer to finishing your story, or have made great progress, you already have a lot to be proud of. According to recent studies, around 80-90% of Americans feel like they have a book they could write, but very few move past the stage of vague ambition. In fact, some surveys and studies […]
Perhaps you don’t have enough time to give your book the attention it deserves. Or perhaps you’re tackling a topic where other voices and points of view can enhance the story. Regardless of your specific reasons, co-writing a book with a colleague, friend, or fellow writer can boost your work from start to finish. It […]
If this is your first foray into writing a book, you may have all the essentials covered – such as the basis of your story, or a detailed outline from start to finish. But as your book progresses, it’s not unusual for a few technical questions to pop up during the process. Every first-time author […]
Writing may be a solitary exercise, but every author will discover as their book progresses that no one ever strictly works alone. In fact, you may find along the way that there are actually a few key players who are instrumental to your book’s success. These are who you can depend on to continually move […]
One of the best things you can do to stay motivated to keep plugging along on your book is to have a space where the inspiration and creativity flows freely. Setting up a home office or workstation can be a tricky endeavor, though, because you want to ensure that it feels inviting, and like a […]