Is There A Book In You? Learn to Create Your Own Masterpiece

Introduction

• Introduction

1. Where to Start

• Start writing
• Write what you know
• The importance of honest feedback
• Prep yourself

2. Finding Ideas

• What’s your story?
• Follow your curiosity
• Percolating ideas
• The power of the subconscious mind

3. Researching and Planning

• The importance of research
• Trust your voice
• Let your character own the story
• Plan your book
• Chapter breakdowns
• Tools to get started

4. Finding Your Writing Voice

• Point of view
• Let it go
• Writing drafts
• Be open to change
• How do you want your story to end?
• The elevator pitch

5. Dealing with Rejection

• Rejection is not failure
• The value of an editor
• The value of an agent

6. You Are Enough

• Making room at the table
• Be professional

7. Step Up and Lead

• Be realistic
• Take it seriously
• Believe in yourself