Writing a book that sells in the non-fiction genre (how-to books,
ebooks, courses, workshops, freelance writing, etc…) demands that
you…
1. Specialize in certain niche writing markets. You will do much
better in most markets if you brand yourself an expert, gain the
upper hand in your market.
2. Differentiate yourself from the others using your “voice”. There
are many successful online and offline writers who are in demand
simply because people like the way they write. They express
opinions, write simply and clearly, and understand the market they
are writing for.
3. Keep current with your markets. Over time, the interests, desires
and challenges faced by readers in your market change – sometimes
dramatically.
4. Understand how to write quickly and effectively – NOTE as Steve
Manning points out in his wonderful “How To Write a Book on Anything
In 14 Days or Less…Guaranteed!”,it’s often Non-writers that do
better than seasoned authors.
So how can writing a blog help you with writing a book?
It takes time and practice to achieve the 3 writing goals above.
Setting up your own blog and updating it daily or even weekly can
give you that practice, help you find your voice and even collect
feedback by allowing “comments” from your readers.
It’s not often discussed, but blogging is an excellent tool to
help you with writing a book.
Get your blog started today.
