Writing your first novel is fun but also challenging. Whether you are writing your first book or struggling to complete your second, sometimes you need help in focusing and figuring out how to reach your goal. Use these tips to help you go from the first sentence all the way to a completed book. Outline your story idea Before you start writing a novel, it’s important to find a book idea that will sustain your interest. A strong idea will be a fount of creative inspiration right to the final … Read more

Maintaining a consistent creativity level can be challenging while completing your manuscript. You can be in the middle of writing a chapter, but suddenly you need to pause to stretch your muscles. When you restart, you cannot get back in the flow. You write a couple of sentences but again lose focus. However, something is different. It’s not writer's block, as ideas are flowing, but low creativity this time. You wonder– how do I stay creative every day when I am writing my book? Is there a … Read more

  Do you remember checking reviews about the product before making the final buying decision? Chances are you did before buying a book. If you have already published a book, your next part of the work starts here. The review process can even start even before the book's official release date. Authors can give reviewers advanced review copies. To make a distinguishing mark as an author you need to ensure that you have a strong reader base. It is essential for you to influence and … Read more

B. WATI, a former teacher one day decided to hold the pen to propagate the message of peace. That was the beginning of the journey. He began with writing bulletins and articles for newspaper and magazines. His passion for writing took the next level with the book Hope of the Ages. With his book, he has the hope to touch many lives and spread peace. Here are some shared tidbits of his journey and motto.    Tell us something about your book Hope of the Ages.       The book … Read more

Promoting your book requires a planned approach, consistent effort, and creativity. You need to identify your target audience, select the appropriate platform and invest time. This is easier said than done. You may end up doing many activities but miss a few crucial ones and fail to get desired results. If there is one thing, you should never miss that is creating an author website. Whether you want to share how you wrote the book, moments of your social life or post blogs regularly, having a … Read more

How many times did you read a book and ask yourself- “I have so many ideas/stories. Why don’t I write a book?” Well, with the right skill, strategy, and dedication you can absolutely write a book. The appropriate questions you should ask are “How to write a book? How much time and research does it need & what are the steps involved?” It’s natural to get inspired by stories/experiences and dream about becoming a published author. But, book writing is a rigorous process. You … Read more

If your reading habits include only Facebook posts, Twitter feeds and news headlines, you should consider adding a few pages of a book to your list every day. The benefits are too good to ignore! Books take you to a different world; introduce you to memorable characters, great dialogues and a dazzling plot. They capture your attention and make you believe. With unexpected twists and turns, a story enthralls you and stays in the back of your mind for days. Readers also often relate closely to … Read more