The Call to Authorship: How and Why Write, Publish Promote a Nonfiction Book

Embrace the call to authorship: 10 steps to leverage the power of a book!Books help people-they inform, inspire, and engage. Books are also a powerful force for those who write them. Publishing a book builds your authority, sharpens your thinking, and opens doors to media exposure, speaking engagements, partnerships, and more.Despite the greater accessibility of publishing than ever before, many would-be authors hesitate. They get stuck with self-doubt or believe producing a book is incompatible with a busy life. They may start writing but don't finish. Or they finish but don't publish or market their books.The truth? With a little dedicated time, consistent effort, and the right guidance, anyone can publish a book that changes lives for the better. And they should.Put down your phone. Take the leap from consumer to creator! This step-by-step guide will show you how to:- Use a one-page tool to clarify your goals, target audience and plan.- Build an outline that drives your manuscript forward.- Overcome mental roadblocks and craft habits to finish your first draft in months, not years-even with a busy schedule.- Select a publishing model, refine your manuscript, and make informed design and distribution decisions.- Employ promotional strategies to achieve goals that transcend royalties.Become more than you are. Have courage. Commit to growth by authoring a book, strengthening your ability to serve.

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