Extreme Planning for Authors - A Treasure Map for Writing Your Novel

Christy Nicholas

Sinopsis

Frustrated by another incomplete book? Learn new ways to escape the hamster wheel and fill the shelves with brilliant best-sellers.

Has your dream of authorship turned into a collection of half-finished manuscripts? Inspired by a great idea only to face burnout in the messy middle? Are you terrified by the evils of editing?

With over a decade of experience in indie publishing, best-selling author and specialist in process streamlining Christy Nicholas has real-world expertise in transforming the practices of both novices and seasoned pros. And now she’s here to share eye-opening techniques to stop blundering around the keyboard and finally type The End on that novel.

Extreme Planning for Authors is a no-fluff, straightforward, actionable guide to transition from a wannabe into a skilled and confident writer. Featuring examples both personal and professional, each easy-to-read chapter focuses on concrete skills to help you break through any blocks and push the publish button. And by implementing these core concepts, you’ll embark on a journey of self-fulfillment, unparalleled growth, and creative freedom.

In Extreme Planning for Authors, you’ll discover:

Sections on preparation to take out the guesswork and jumpstart productivity
How to tackle publishing and marketing to make that hard work pay off
Ways to plot out your writing path and turn getting your words drafted into an exciting adventure
Workbook exercises to stay on track and convert lessons into ingrained knowledge
Powerful tactics for crushing editing, and much, much more!

Extreme Planning for Authors is a down-to-earth and effective manual for anyone hungry to call themselves a wordsmith. If you like clear and concise explanations, advice culled from years of know-how, and in-the-trenches guidance, then you’ll love Christy Nicholas's accessible handbook.

Start reading Extreme Planning for Authors to craft a must-read today!

Disponible desde: 13/07/2023.

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