Do you need an editor?

Do you need an editor?

If you’re writing a book at some point it will need editing.  If you successfully get a contract with a mainstream publisher they will have it edited by their in-house editors, if you’re self-publishing it’s down to you. It can be tempting to skip this requirement,...
How to plan a book

How to plan a book

If you’re thinking of writing a book you probably have the subject in mind, but how do you get from an idea to a finished manuscript? I’m talking about non-fiction books in this article – there are different approaches to fiction and non-fiction, and non-fiction...
Have you got a book in you?

Have you got a book in you?

There is a saying that everyone has at least one book in them.  However, most people never make the effort to get that book out.  What about you? Have you ever considered writing a book?  You may have met other business people who proudly announce that their book is...
The importance of an editor

The importance of an editor

If you’re writing a book and thinking of self-publishing don’t underestimate the need of an editor.  In fact, most smart writers will engage more than one editor. Why is this so important? Firstly, it’s almost impossible to edit your own work.  You tend to see what...
How to write a book

How to write a book

There’s a well-known saying that everyone has at least one book in them.  If you’re running your own business or a specialist in a particular area, you’ve definitely got the information in your head to create a book. Then the challenge of getting the book from being...