Ever wanted to write a nonfiction reference book? Curious about how to organize and develop your topic into an inviting, easy-to-use manuscript? Look no further!
Packed with tips, this book will walk you through insights into planning, writing, editing, pre-publication, and marketing your reference book, from pre-writing to post-publication.
Topics covered include-
â¢You, the Expert: Adventures in Choosing your Topic
â¢Writing a Book: All the Feels, Some of the Reasons
â¢Talking 'bout Timelines: Gauging How Long it Takes and How Many Drafts You Need
â¢Decide and Divide: Organizing Sections or Chapters with Pizzazz and Ease for your Readers
â¢On Exciting Options: Possibilities for Page-Layout and Presenting Text with Panache
â¢Me-ouch! The Not-So-Small Matter of Tone
â¢A Small Step Sideways: Sustaining Your Project through the Unexpected
â¢Choosing the Best Publication Fit for Your Book
â¢Grow Your Own Success: Adventures in Self-Publishing
â¢Not Going it Alone: on Writing-Swap Partners and Beta Readers, Advice for Hiring an Editor, Marketing 101
and much more!
Industry Reviews
"Melanie Faith has crafted everything you need to write a nonfiction book that is sought after by readers and that successfully sells. She stays with the writer before, during, and after the writing process. Using her tips and tricks for success, you'll have everything you need for your book to be successful and relevant for years to come, no matter what the subject." Antonia Albany, author of In This Moment: Making the Most of Your Senior Years
"Melanie Faith's latest writing guidebook is everything and I mean everything (from pre-writing to post-publication) a writer needs to know about crafting a successful nonfiction reference book. The format enables the reader to use it in whatever way it works for them. Instructional and inspirational." Mari L. McCarthy CreateWriteNow.com Multi Award-Winning Author of Journaling Power, Heal Your Self With Journaling Power, and Mindset Medicine: A Journaling Power Self-Love Book
"Melanie Faith gives aspiring reference book writers far more than just a detailed road map from inspiration to publication. Her enthusiasm, support and expertise read like a chat with a wise friend. By the end you'll be ready to grab your paper, pens, laptop or tablet and start writing." Lee Ann Smith, Reference Assistant
"Writing it Real: Crafting a Reference Book That Sells is the combination of a friend encouraging you to 'get your butt in chair and write' and a professor explaining the details you need to accomplish your goal. Let's be honest, writing a reference book can sound tedious and boring, but Melanie makes it sound exciting. Her writing style is so engaging and amusing, I felt like I was sitting with a friend whose only intent was to help me succeed." Tricia L. McDonald, author of Quit Whining Start Writing
