What does it take to write a book in 60 days?
February 27, 2010 – 12:54 pmWhat does it take to write a book in 60 days?
It takes an idea: There is no point in trying to write your book unless you have a clear, focused idea. If you have an idea, you can then follow the process required to move from your idea to a solid first draft of your book.
It takes purpose: An idea is necessary, but you also need a reason for writing or a purpose. I don’t mean that you need an airy-fairy lofty reason for writing your book (not that is anything wrong with having a lofty purpose). What you need is a clearly defined, grounded purpose–to inform, educate, persuade, entertain, sell, and so on. Having a clearly defined purpose will help you focus on achieving what you set out to do.
It takes knowledge of your reader: Your idea and your purpose must be in sync with a clearly defined target audience or group of readers who require the information you are presenting. Before you start to write, visualize your readers. Ask yourself what they know, and what they need to know, so you can logically present information that meets their expectations.
It takes time: How to Write a Non-Fiction Book in 60 Days will show you how to use your time productively to brainstorm all you need to know about your subject matter, to organize your thoughts, and to outline your book — before you start to write. And it will show you how to write effectively and efficiently from outline point to outline point, until you complete a solid first draft of your book — in 60 working days.
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Paul Lima is a freelance writer, copywriter, business writing instructor and media interview trainer. He is also the author of several books on business writing and the business of freelance writing. His latest book is How To Write A Non-Fiction Book in 60 Days.
