Just Start - A Guide for New Writers

So, you have always wanted to write your own book, but you haven’t started. Why? Many things could be standing in your way. I’m going to help show you how to remove every obstacle so you can start fulfilling your dream.

First, and foremost, pick your topic. I’m sure this isn’t the only time you’ve thought about writing, so dig up those old ideas and start putting them to paper. Once you have an idea the next best thing to do is to write. Find a convenient time and an undisturbed place to immediately start writing down anything and everything you can about your topic.

After you’ve nailed down your topic, organization comes next. Start organizing your little post-it notes, your notebooks full of thoughts, tape recordings and/or word documents. Organize them in a system that works best for you so you can easily find details you’re looking for as your book progresses. Make sure to carry a notebook around with you at all times so when those moments of inspiration come you can quickly jot them down.

Make sure you have a detailed outline of your book. Whether it is a novel, biography, cook book or even an instruction manual, outlines will help keep you on task and staying to the point. Keep your outline handy and use it to rearrange the order of chapters, if necessary, to find the best flow for your message.

Now that your ideas are starting to expand on the page, gather a competent support team. Do this early on so you can rely on them every step of the way. Bounce ideas off them, ask for help with dictation and grammar and have them conduct research for you. In those moments when you feel like giving in to the monumental but ever-rewarding task of becoming an author, your support team can be there to encourage you and remind you of your goals and abilities.

Always remember that you will be continually learning as you go and that it is OK to seek help from those you trust. Soon enough you will be finished writing your own book and ready to start a new one.

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