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May 17, 2023

Publishing

How to choose the right topics for your book in under 10 minutes

Summary

In this video, Raam Anand talks about four big ideas to help find the right topic for a book, video, movie, or social media in less than 10 minutes.

The first idea is that knowledge does not equal a book. It is not a requirement for an author to have expertise in the topic of their book.

They can bring in other people’s knowledge, cite other authors, and cite research.

The second idea is to think about challenges and aspirations. This will help to gain clarity on what the core message of the book should be.

The third idea is to focus on the core message.

The fourth idea is that your topic is not equal to a personal journey.

It’s not about your journey, but your journey is essential when delivering these messages.

For more information, you can visit www.stardombooks.com and download the one-page blueprint.

Transcript

Hi there. Welcome back.

Raam Anand here once again, and today’s topic is about finding the right topic for your book, for your video, for your movie, and for your social media.

How do you find the right topic in less than 10 minutes?

All right.

So, people have always asked me about this. When I ask people about, you know, why they have not written a book yet.

Most people think they need to have the right topic to write on or start thinking about their book’s topic.

So, this will get them into a spin. And sometimes, they get confused; sometimes, they get overwhelmed. So that’s why most people don’t even attempt to write a book because they need clarification on their topic.

Discover the 4 big ideas Now

In this video, I want to share four big ideas to help you clarify your topic.

On how to zoom in on your topic and find out what exactly will be your topic that you want to talk about.

✅First Idea

Your knowledge not equal to your book

Your Knowledge ≠ Your Book

Most people make or have this idea or need clarification about their book.

They think, what kind of knowledge do I have to write a book about, or have I gained enough ability to write a book and then try to equate their expertise to their book or topic, which needs to be validated.

It doesn’t have to be that way because there are many instances and many examples where you can go and bring other people’s knowledge into your book, not I’m not talking about plagiarism or copying content from the Internet.

There are ways to do that.

For example

You could become a reporting expert by citing other authors in your book, bringing in expert material for an additional chapter, or doing what is referred to in the publishing industry as references and citations. You can cite other books, topics, experts, and research to bring all of these into your book. It also gives you the chance to be an expert on something other than the actual topic as you can bring expertise from different people, industries, and ideas and present them in your own way; you could also give your own twist to the material.

Example – Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey

If you look at the book Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey and when he lists the seven habits, the first habit is being proactive, for example.

None of these own habits are something that you already didn’t know. But Stephen did a brilliant job of putting all these seven habits together and also citing research, bringing in expertise, and giving his frameworks and twists and ideas and references and examples, plus stories, anecdotes, and personal experiences.

All this form a very enriching experience for the reader. So that is how you think about your topic.

It’s not that what you already know should become a topic, or on the other side of the spectrum, it need not be only about what you or it may not be about everything you know.

It could be something you know how to do, or how to explain it to someone else; it could be divided up into sections or segments.

Each stage could become its book, for example.

✅Second Idea

The second big idea that you need to think about, especially if you are a first-time author, is thinking

about challenges and aspirations.

What do you mean by that challenge and aspiration?

Write them down.

So please take a sheet of paper and divide that sheet in half and on the left side.

You write all about the most significant challenges you are facing right now in your business, your profession, or your life.

what are the challenges that you are facing?

May be you need help with your message.
Struggling with marketing.
You may want more people to walk into your business.
You need lead generation.
You may want to get into the media.

So, what are the things that are a bottleneck in your business right now?

Make a list of all these problems, issues, concerns, and challenges you are having in your life, your work life, or your business right now.

It could be a profession also. On the other side:

Write down all the aspirations that you want or have for yourself for the next five years, ten years on the other side of the sheet

Maybe you want to become the thought leader in your industry
You may start your seminar by attracting thousands of people from all over the world.
Need to expand your business into new geographies.

These are all aspirations. So, your daily activities are all about reaching those aspirations.

All right.

You are solving these problems and achieving these aspirations. And that’s what should be, you know, your daily activity. And this is how motivation works, my friend; your inspiration should always be connected with you solving your issues and going towards your aspirations.

The connecting link between these two is your motivation, right?

This is what helped you get out of bed in the morning every day, right?

So, when you have clarity on your challenges, when you have clarity on your aspirations, you gain clarity on your topic.

You know exactly what you must do daily, right? That will propel you.

Do that to reach those aspirational levels and get another sheet of paper; divide the same sheet at the end, that sheet paper in the same way, and this time write down all the challenges your audiences are facing.

Multiple audiences want each and every group of people you want to reach, or you’re already serving; make a list of all their challenges, problems, and issues, and on the other side, make a list of all the aspirational values.

What do they feel is important?
What are their values?
What do they seek to learn?

So these things come from another side and another perspective.

Now we have your goals and aspirations and your audience’s goals and aspirations.

Your core topic is a blend of these two, in alignment with these two.

That’s where we are getting to Point number three.

✅Third Idea

_{Topic = Core Message}

Your topic will be your core message.

You don’t need to go through a course to find your topic. This is what you need to do.

This exercise will help you gain very good clarity on what is your core message.

What do you mean by that?

Your core message is what is it you:

Are known for?
Want to be known for?
Your life’s work is all about?

Why do you want to :

Teach?
Demonstrate?
Start a movement on?
Warn people about?

The areas that you want to lead people, where you want to lead, people from, from where they are to where they need to go?

This is your core message, my friend. The sail of this show will help you take yourself and people from point A to point B; the sail of the ship is your core message.

So now you know, when you understand your core message, what do you want to be known for?

And many people overthink this idea and complicate matters.

It is straightforward.

What is it that you are aware of you want to be known for?

What do you know, and what else can you bring in?

You may need additional skills and additional knowledge.

That’s fine.But now you have your core message that will be a topic for your book and your videos.

Follow a blog post for your social media content so that once you have your core message, the idea can be broadcast in many different formats: videos, books, blog posts, and podcasts.

It could take different forms, but they all return to your core message. Just for the sake of examples, you go and observe people in your industry.

Go and observe people who will become big influencers in some of the topics. They all have the core message; whatever they talk about, they come back to the core message, which makes them unique, and don’t worry; you have your core message too.You are as unique as your fingerprint, my friend.

Importance of Finding Core Message for the topic of your book

So, finding out this core message is going to be a very important and exciting, and fun thing to do because once you have the handle on your core message,

You can write multiple books on it
You can make videos on it, can talk about it.
You can speak on stage
You can do all sorts of things to help you become an authority and an influencer in no time.

✅Fourth Idea

Next one, The last one. Your topic is not equal to your journey.

Your Topic ≠ Personal Journey

What do I mean by that?

See many people have this confusion when I ask them about their book. Like when have you written a book?

Many people think I’m referring to their biography or their journey.

People have minimal attention spans and want to avoid a long winding story or a narrative about anybody. No, I don’t think anyone wants more—my personal story except for my captive audience who already know me.

All right, so maybe you are someone you are a celebrity. You already have a huge fan following; millions of people follow you. Then it makes sense to focus on your personal journey because they want to know your fans and your personal journey.

If not, with this, 99.9% of all the other people in the world.

Your topic is not your personal journey

Your book, videos, messaging, blog posts, websites, and courses are not about your journey; the focus is not on your personal experiences.

To me, it is about your audience. Make that shift or shift that focus from yourself to your audience, which will change your perspective like anything.

What is that?

What does your audience want to know that has to go into your book?
What do your viewers like to learn that has to go into your video, that has gone to a podcast, that has to go into a blog post?

So that’s when you start getting more engagement. It’s not about your journey, but your journey is essential when delivering these messages.

Because when you add to a personal story and your core message that has humanized the entire core message, that can bring your personality into a core message that will make your book an exciting read.

And this is how we work at stardom books, where we help first-time authors create their core message and then have them write and publish their books internationally.

Conclusion

If you would like to more, if you would like to know more about how we work with first-time authors and help them not only publish, create, and publish their books but also start with these zero steps, the level zero, build a strong foundation and figure out this.

The core messaging, the goal for the book, the plan from the author, and all these layers upon layers of improvement. Until you get to a stage where you feel confident to write a book, you take the help of trained experts to put it together.

Writers, experts, publishing experts and editors, and all these. The entire team will work with the authors, first-time authors, because they need all these resources.

So, if you would like to explore this possibility and understand your core message,bring it out in a big way.

Head over to www.stardombooks.com and start by downloading the one-page blueprint available there.

Get started there, download the blueprint, and one day we’ll also be writing and publishing your book.

Thank you.

✅Book Writing Workshop

Have you not written a book yet?

Well, now you can because USA publisher “Stardom Books” has just launched its “Bestseller Bootcamp”

The world’s greatest book writing program for first-time aspiring authors, growth-oriented experts, and serious leaders.

This is advanced, high-level.

Bestseller Bootcamp is where the world’s top achievers create and publish their own bestsellers. You can do it too from scratch even if you have never written before.

For More Information: www.stardompublishing.com

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Mar 17, 2023

Publishing

I don’t have TIME to write a BOOK

Summary

The belief that “I don’t have time to write a book” can limit individuals from achieving their dream of becoming an author.

It is possible to make time for writing a book, and the rewards that come with it can be life-changing.

Those who want to make the dream a reality can use resources such as a coach, writers, editors, and publishing experts.

Courses and systems are available to help first-time authors achieve their goal of writing and publishing a book.

Check out the world’s greatest book-writing course for first-time authors www.stardompublishing.com

If you want the entire system implemented for you, then go to www.stardombooks.com

Either way, you win.

Transcript

The belief that “I don’t have time to write a book” or “I don’t have time to do this or that” is so limiting and can prevent individuals from achieving their dream of writing a book.

People have a misconception that writing a book takes a lot of time, which clips the wings of their dream of permanently becoming a published author!

It’s okay, it’s understandable that time Is a valuable resource, but also, it’s essential to recognize that it Is possible to make time for the things that are important to us, right?

Many successful authors have busy schedules but still, find ways to make time to write.

There are countless examples of people who have written dozens of books while employed full-time.

Benefits Of Writing Book

Writing a book is a significant achievement that can bring many benefits, such as personal fulfilment, increased credibility, and financial rewards.

To make time for writing a book, it is important to prioritize it in your schedule and be intentional with your time.

This may mean cutting back on less important activities or scheduling specific times for your book project.

Having a coach and adding additional resources like a writer, editor, and graphic designer can also bring a great deal of efficiency and productivity to this project.

If you continue to believe that you don’t have time to write a book, you may miss out on the opportunity to achieve a significant personal or professional goal.

On the other hand, if you shift this belief and prioritize your time for your book project, you can achieve your goal of becoming an author

Enjoy the benefits that come with it.

Remember that making time for the things that are important to us is possible
the rewards of achieving an important goal like writing a book, can be life-changing.

You can see many of our authors who had a similar mindset before & now they have launched their international bestsellers in record time!

They made a smart move to leverage other people’s skills, like our writers, editors, and publishing experts, to help and support them in their book projects.

If the right training and resources can make this dream a reality for you, head over to stardompublishing.com

If you want the entire system implemented FOR you, then go to stardombooks.com

Either way, you win.

Book Writing Workshop

Have you written a book yet?

Well, now you can because USA publisher “Stardom Books” has just launched its “Bestseller Bootcamp”

The world’s greatest book writing program for first-time aspiring authors, growth-oriented experts, and serious leaders.

This is advanced, high-level stuff (not some cheap online course or a shortcut brought directly to you by the publishing house.

Bestseller Bootcamp is where the world’s top achievers go to create and publish their own bestsellers. You can do it too from scratch even if you have never written before.

Conclusion

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Mar 15, 2023

Publishing

5 Mistakes Of First-Time Authors

✅Summary

Raam Anand, Chief Editor and Publishing Director of Stardom Publishing, has outlined five common mistakes that first-time authors make.

These 5 mistakes of first time authors include:

Overthinking
Starting With a Personal Story
No Author Goals
No Takeaways For Readers
No Call To Action

He advises authors to set goals for their books, provide takeaways for readers to help them summarize the content, and include a call to action at the end of each chapter.

To help authors with the process, Stardom Publishing provides resources to give them a better understanding of author goals, as well as strategies and techniques to help make the writing process easier.

For more information, visit: https://stardompublishing.com/

✅Transcript

Welcome back once again, Raam Anand here. Chief editor and publishing director to hundreds and even thousands of bestselling authors worldwide.

In this video, I want to teach you about or tell you about the five big mistakes that first-time authors make.

Sometimes it happens like this, people put their effort, time, investment, lot of things goes into creating a perfect book.

When the book is released, it doesn’t perform, or it doesn’t sell, or it doesn’t get the kind of reaction that the author initially wanted from people.

The reasons could be one of these.

Let’s explore all these five big mistakes of first time authors

1)Overthinking – Mistakes of first time authors

Usually, first-time authors try to think about their book; they want it to be the best.

So, what goes into this is you start thinking and then thinking and then over-thinking on that feeling upon thinking;

It so happens that most times, it gets huge, it gets messy, and then it becomes a big hot soup that is not fun anymore, which is why so many people quit writing their books.

They have tried they started to think about it.

Then the overthinking kicked in, over-information kicked in, they get into and into like finding all there is to see about writing a book, how to do this, how to do that, how to sell it, how to edit it, how to proofread, they start thinking about the cover.

Then they start feeling overwhelmed, leading to either procrastination or entirely dropping the project.

Many people believe I am not fit to become an author, and they give up on their dreams, which is unfortunate, but it is not like that. We start blocking this at Stardom Publishing one step at a time.

We hand-hold our authors like we help them think about the first step how do you take your journey?

Example

How do you start your journey of 200 miles? You can’t jump 200 miles, can you?

You first start with your first step and then another step by step, and that’s that way you reach your destination, and some ideas, strategies, and techniques can make the journey faster.

For example, you had a plan. You will know exactly where you will stop on the way, where you will have your refills, and where you will eat if you need to.

So, like that, the entire project of writing a book can be broken down into manageable chunks so that you can take this one step at a time and still complete the task without feeling overwhelmed.

2)Starting with only a personal story -Mistakes of first time authors

This is another big mistake people sometimes make when writing a book about their journey, biography, challenges and obstacles, and how they want to write about all this.

It’s okay if you want to express your journey and share about your journey, that’s fine, but if you try to fill that up and fill your book with your journey, that’s not a good way to write a book.

Especially if you are going to write your first book unless you already have a big fan following, maybe you are a celebrity, perhaps you are an actor, maybe you are a musician, maybe you are someone who has got a million followers on your social media handles.

Yes, because your fans and followers want to know what’s happening in your personal life. They are curious, and you can satisfy their curiosity by writing about your personal stories.

Non – Fiction Books

Otherwise, in the non-fiction category, which we are dealing with, the leadership books, non-fiction books, how-to books, business books, and your professional books.

These books shouldn’t be only about you on your journey.

Instead, they should also be about your customer’s journey or the reader’s journey and their problems, issues, and challenges so that they can resonate better with and connect with the content inside your book and thereby connect with the author.

So, sharing your stories is good. It’s okay if that’s not the only thing you plan to write in your book.

3)No Author Goals – Mistakes of first time authors

All right, many people want to write books and do write a book, even though the number of people who write books is minimal.

But, out of all these books, let’s say 100 books written by first-time authors, 95 are written without goals. That is a reason why 95 of them fail in the marketplace.

The first reason is they still need to set the author’s goal. And what do I mean by that?

Every book should start with a goal for the author, and that’s what we teach at Stardom Publishing.

When people think about writing a book, the first thing that pops into their mind is, what will be my book’s topic? That’s all right, but we must also figure out two other steps before that.

Step one is the author’s goals

What is the goal of this book?
Why am I writing this book?
What is the reason behind reading this book
what do I want the reader to do for me or my professional or personal life?

That is the number one thing you should know.

Along with that, we also need to understand the reasons or the goals; like

If you want to get into the media, that’s a good goal.
If you want to establish your credibility in a specific marketplace, that’s very good.
If you want to leave a legacy behind, that’s a valid goal, too
lead generation – a valid goal.

So, like that, there are several goals you can attach your book to so that it becomes purposefully written, which resonates with people and gives it direction.

It’s not just like, you know, throwing your net randomly and expecting to catch a large school of fish. So that’s what happens. Having a goal is a significant impediment.

If you want to browse the different kinds of goals and choose one of those goals which could be valid for your next book, go to stardompublishing.com, scroll down, and you’ll see several goals.

If your goal is to generate leads, and this is the kind of book you must create, that’s what happens. Along with plans, there is also something called an aspirational level.

You don’t want to write a book to fulfill a goal; you also want to reach a higher level of aspiration for yourself.

We can combine these two things to the goal, add that aspirational value to it, and then think about what topics can help you resonate with the audience with those topics as well as these aspirational values and your goals.

4)No Takeaways – Mistakes of first time authors

Next one, No Takeaways; that’s for the readers I am talking about.

Every book should have some takeaways; every chapter should have a takeaway. You should provide a bullet list of takeaways at the end of the chapter for several reasons.

One is it will help you summarize the entire chapter for people who are, you know, fast readers. You can summarize the whole chapter in 4,5 points.

The second thing is it looks good when people read this as a book.

Third, the most crucial point is that it will help you market and sell more books; how?

Because people, when they read your books, want to talk about it. And if you give them their takeaways for every chapter, So that’s why I recommend takeaways;

You decide and provide them in the form of a bullet list at the end of not just the book but at the end of every chapter.

If you can do that, that’ll be wonderful.

If you do not, the readers are left mid-way, like when you finish chapter one, when somebody reads your book, they read through chapter one, and now we can give them the bullet points.

You can add the last point to the next chapter, where we’ll learn about A, B, and C—that way, you bring them back into your book.

It would help if you let your readers close the book, put it back on the shelf, and perhaps never return to it again.

You are giving them a reason to segue into the next chapter. That’s how you design books.

5)No CTA – Mistakes of first time authors

Number 5 – the fifth one is a really, really a killer No CTA . What do I mean by that? No CTA

CTA is short for call to action. What is a call to action? What do you want your reader to do after they read your book?

Do you want them to come to your website?
Do you want them to give you their name, email address, and phone number?
Do you want them to come and visit you?
Do you want them to go to, you know, opt-in to buy your stuff?
Do you want them to go and watch your videos?

You must have something more to give your readers, don’t you? And this CTA… most authors miss this.

Tips For Writing Non -Fiction Book

Especially in the non-fiction category, I highly recommend marking this with a star, underlining this, writing it down, putting a highlighter on this.

Make sure there is always a call to action, not just at the end of the book give a call to action at the end of every chapter.Just like the previous step takeaways.

What if your book contains ten chapters? At the end of every chapter, you have a call to action.

At the end of the first chapter, you give a call to action to go to a website. In the second chapter, you provide a call to action to download a PDF.

At the end of chapter 3, maybe you give them a chart or an image or an assessment that they can come and access somewhere on your website.

Perhaps chapter four CTA could go, and signup for you or subscribe to your YouTube channel or join your newsletter on LinkedIn or join your group on Facebook.

The vital idea the takeaway for you here is that we have to try and integrate people from consuming your information differently.

Books are one way they consume information, but you can also share your information on other platforms where you can interact with your readers.

So, you also want to build your fan following; you want to make your tribe and your network, so giving a call to action inside every chapter will help you do that as well. And hope this was useful for you.

If you need more information or more such strategies more such tactics, and if you want to access my brand-new course that will help you write and create your best-selling book manuscript.

Website Details:

Visit StardomPublishing.com and go there get all the resources.

There are some free resources available there as well.

Check out the course and if you think it is good for you, subscribe to it as well; let’s see you let’s see each other in another video; until then, keep smiling, believe in yourself, and get all the best things in life.

✅Book Writing Workshop

Have you written a book yet? Well, now you can… because USA publisher “Stardom Books” has just launched it’s “Bestseller Bootcamp”…

The world’s greatest book writing program for first-time aspiring authors, growth-oriented experts and serious leaders.

This is advanced, high-level stuff (not some cheap online course or a shortcut) — and brought to you directly by the publishing house.

Bestseller Bootcamp is where the world’s top achievers go to create and publish their own bestsellers. You can do it too… from scratch… even if you have never written before.

For More Details: https://stardompublishing.com/

✅Conclusion

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Feb 10, 2023

Publishing

4 Fears Of First-Time Authors

Summary

This blog discusses the fears associated with writing and publishing a book – specifically, the professional fear related to one’s professional ability and the fear of failure and criticism from others.

These fears can cause one to doubt their capabilities and limit their potential to become a published author.

However, understanding the causes of these fears is the first step in overcoming them.

By developing self-awareness and focusing on the positive potential of writing a book, one can apperceive the benefits of becoming an author and move past the fear of judgment. Having the support of a coach and a publisher can

Keep believing in yourself and keep moving forward, and you will get all the best things in life.

FULL TRANSCRIPT – 4 Fears Of First-Time Authors

Imagine being just a few feet away from summiting Mount Everest and suddenly realizing you have a fear of heights so intense that you must turn back.

Otherwise you’re about to launch your music album, with only seconds left until the big moment – only to come to a sudden halt because of your fear of public speaking.

These are extreme examples, but the same fears are common for first-time authors who want to write and publish their books.

I’ve experienced them myself, and I’ve seen hundreds of authors worldwide face the same fears.

I’ve coached and trained more than 200 authors, and nearly all of them had had one or more of these fears before they began their journey as authors.

Let’s explore some of the biggest fears people face and overcome professionally.

We’ll look at the causes of these fears and how to address them.

Professional Fear – Fears Of First Time Authors

The first type of fear is professional fear.

This is related to one’s professional identity, such as their work, where they work, whom they work with, their title, and more.

Causes Of Professional Fear

Two main causes of this fear are expertise fear and peer pressure.

Expertise Fear

Expertise fear is questioning one’s ability to perform a task, do a good job, or even enhance their profession through writing a book.

Peer Pressure

Peer pressure is worrying about what their boss, colleagues, and association will think.

By understanding the causes of professional fear, we can better identify how to address and overcome them.

To overcome the fears associated with writing and publishing your own book, focus on the impact you can create.

Think about how it can help you become an authority and influencer on your topic. The fear will start to fade when you understand the potential benefits.

Personal Fears – Fears Of First Time Authors

When it comes to personal fears, such as fear of failure and fear of expectation, it is essential to reflect on your attributes, values, and beliefs.

Ask yourself why you are feeling these fears and what steps you can take to address them.

High expectations of yourself can be a fear that limits your potential to become a published author. But don’t let it stop you from achieving your goals.

Identifying these limiting beliefs is the first step in overcoming them.

Once identified, you can start tackling them head-on by embracing change and the new adventure that becoming an author will bring. It will open up a world of possibilities and take you on a journey that will change your identity and fulfill your dreams.

When you write a book and become a published author, you gain more than just a professional title – you gain a lifetime identity.

You may be a doctor, engineer, CEO, or CXO, but when you write a book, you become an author too.

This is an identity that will stay with you forever, elevating your professional profile and allowing you to stand out in the crowd.

Writing a book is an opportunity to create a lasting legacy and leave a mark on the world.

Creative Fears – Fears Of First Time Authors

It is natural to have fears related to the creation of your book.

Fears of process
Fear of mediocrity
Fear of expectations

These are all common and understandable. But the way to overcome these fears is to face them head-on. Go for it. Embrace the adventure and challenge yourself to create something great.

Rather than worrying about mediocrity, focus on honing your craft, sharpening your ideas, and understanding your audience. This way, you can create something that will stand out and be appreciated for its quality.

Don’t let fear stand in your way; use it to motivate yourself to create something unique.

Overcome your limiting beliefs and fears of the process and mediocrity with the help of a publishing coach or a hybrid publishing house like Stardom.

Our clients don’t even know their topic when they start their projects but we create, find out, and dig out the best insights and perspectives that can be distilled into a book.

We do all the exercises to help our clients create a book that not only makes them proud but also helps them solve their existing business or professional problems and reach higher aspirations.

Once you have a publishing advisor in place, you will have the accountability, guidance, and action steps you need to complete your book on time.

Reception Fear – Fears Of First Time Authors

Another fear that many authors have is fear of reception – the fear of not having any readers or being criticized and judged once the book is published.

A publishing advisor can help you manage these fears and support you to move forward with your project confidently.

Writing your first book can be an intimidating process that can cause a lot of self-doubt and insecurity.

But once you’ve gone through the process, you’ll have gained immense confidence and a newfound appreciation for your capabilities. And for subsequent books, the feeling of being overwhelmed will be less pronounced.

To make the process easier, remember that criticism and judgment are inevitable in any situation. Whether you write a book or not do a job, people will always have their opinions.

Everyone is vulnerable to criticism, from the top 1% of celebrities and politicians to everyday business leaders and professionals.

So, enjoy the process, and don’t let the fear of judgment stop you from creating something incredible.

Example

For example, millions of people admire and appreciate Bill Gates and Steve Jobs.

However, there are also a few people who criticize them. But it’s important to remember that these criticisms are only a tiny fraction of the total feedback; for every thousand comments, there might be five or ten negative ones.

Instead of focusing on the small minority of criticizers, take the time to appreciate the countless supporters cheering you on.

Don’t let the tire-kickers and naysayers drown out the positive feedback. Focus on the people who are encouraging you and enjoy the process.

Awareness is the key; you know where these fears come from and how to tackle them before they rob you of your dream of becoming a published author. So, keep believing in yourself and keep moving forward.

I am signing off here. Raam Anand once again, and keep smiling. Believe in yourself and get all the best things in life.

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Feb 3, 2023

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5 Rules To Create An Interesting Non-Fiction Book In 2023

SUMMARY

Creating an interesting nonfiction book requires following 5 critical rules – Summary

This summary provides advice about how to create an interesting and engaging nonfiction book.

It encourages authors to consider their goal for their book and their audience before beginning their project.

Furthermore, authors should focus on teaching rather than just telling, use professional language, plan and structure their book, set achievable targets throughout the process, and not be afraid to ask for help.

Additionally, authors should include interactive elements such as assessments, ask questions at the end of each chapter, and use communication tools, such as video, chat, newsletter, and messaging to interact with their readers.

Finally, authors should make their book stand out from the crowd by keeping it simple and updating their knowledge on the topic.

Following these five rules will ensure the success of an engaging and interesting nonfiction book.

TRANSCRIPT

Are you looking to create an interesting and engaging nonfiction book?

Then you need to follow these five rules to ensure it stands out from the crowd.

Creating an interesting nonfiction book requires following five critical rules.

Based on working with 200 authors worldwide, these rules are essential for writing books in the nonfiction categories of business and leadership.

The tone of voice should be kept professional, and these rules will not apply to fiction, poetry, textbooks, or academic books.

Writing a book is a great way to build a fanbase, but it’s essential to make sure you have an audience and purpose in mind before you begin.

When selecting a goal for your book, it’s vital to make sure it’s not just because someone else has done it or because someone asked you to do it – it should be because you want to help others and make it an interesting read.

To ensure you create a book that is meaningful and fulfilling, here are five rules to keep in mind:

Rules for creating an interesting nonfiction book !

Firstly, please focus on the goal of your book, not its topic; secondly, ensure your tone of voice is professional; thirdly, take time to plan and structure your book; fourthly, set achievable targets throughout the writing process; and fifth, don’t be afraid to ask for help.

With these tips in mind, you can confidently begin writing your book and achieving your goal.

First Rule for creating an interesting nonfiction book – Genuine Interest

The first rule for writing a successful book is to have a genuine interest in your audience. This means taking the time to get to know your readers and understanding their wants and needs.

It is not enough to simply write about what you are interested in; you must consider what your readers will find valuable or interesting.

By cultivating an interest in your readers, you can ensure that your book will be interesting and engaging for them.

This will be the first step to writing a book that will be widely read.

The recommendation was that people should read a book if they want to take action and become followers. If the book is not interesting, it will likely go back on the shelf, never to be opened again.

However, if it is interesting, readers will not only finish it but also take action to reach out to the author, becoming a follower and a fan.

Second Rule for creating an interesting nonfiction book -Write To Teach

Writing an interesting nonfiction book is the second thing people should do, as it is a perfect medium for teaching rather than simply telling.

Example 1 – Seven Habits of Highly Effective People

A classic example of a successful nonfiction book is Seven Habits of Highly Effective People. The author should create an interesting book that teaches, rather than tells to create the attention of their readers.

Stephen Covey’s The Seven Habits is a book that provides a context, definition, training, examples, situations, other references, and a framework for each habit discussed.

It also asks questions and provides answers to drive the point. This book is written to teach, and authors can take their topic, break it down into teaching points, and teach one point per chapter or five points per chapter.

Example 2: Thriving Hacks

For example, Ravi Kumar’s book Thriving Hacks discusses hundreds of hacks in each chapter, subdivided into different areas of life such as career and finance.

Regardless, the authors we work with have the same goal: writing to teach well. We don’t simply accept a manuscript and start working on improving it; our approach is quite different.

Third Rule for creating an interesting nonfiction book – Interact

At our publishing house, we don’t just start working on a manuscript when it is submitted; instead, we start at the basic level.

Authors only need an idea for a book and don’t even need to know the topic.

We will help them figure out the book’s details, and make it more interesting to engage with the audience.

How can you engage in a book?

I mean, you cannot interact in a video now, but how can you interact in a book if you are chatting with someone if you are messaging if you are on WhatsApp, you can interact, right?

But how do you interact in a book?

That is precisely why you should do this.

Importance Of Communication:

Gone are the days when books were a one-way communication with the author simply telling and teaching something to the reader.

Today, communication is much more interactive, and the author is available in many different forms, both online and offline, making it easier to communicate with readers.

To make nonfiction books more interesting, authors should include interactive elements such as asking questions at the end of each chapter and adding assessments for readers to rate themselves.

This will not only be engaging, but it will also allow readers to ask questions, answer them and rate themselves.

This two-way communication benefits both authors and readers and will help create a more enjoyable reading experience.

In a way, it can become like a workbook at the end of the chapter, providing readers with a unique opportunity to interact with the author, watch videos, join a mailing list, or send messages.

This presents an opportunity to take advantage of the interconnectedness of the Internet, connecting readers to the author and the author to the readers, creating a list of fans and followers.

In this way, publishing a book is no longer an independent strategy but one deeply interconnected with the rest of the world.

Fourth Rule for creating an interesting nonfiction book – K.I.S.S – Keep it simple , stupid

To make a book more interesting and to engage readers, authors must use strategies that bestselling authors employ.

This includes keeping the content simple and avoiding the temptation of trying to put everything they know into the book.

Additionally, authors should be bold in expressing their love or appreciation to their family members, whether through words or gestures.

Using these strategies, authors can create a book that is both interesting and engaging for their readers.

Fifth Rule for creating an interesting nonfiction book – Good, Better Or Best

The importance of shifting your mindset when confronting difficulties and the best someone can do in any given task.

When facing difficulties, it is best to recognize that you have done your best and that the same should be expected of others.

It encourages us to challenge ourselves to do better in our tasks, which better means being more informed and updating our knowledge on the topic.

With a professional tone, it encourages us to strive for the best and not accept mediocrity.

Conclusion

With the ever-evolving world, it is natural to want to improve things.

As a professional, CEO, or expert, you have the unique knowledge and insights that could make your version of a book even better.

If you decide to do this, it is important to make it enjoyable and better than what others have taught, thus making it stand out from the crowd.

Professionally speaking, what are you teaching? Those same teachings can be found in a book, video, documentary, course, or seminar.

When authors work with us, we coach them to choose their topic, as strategy is essential.

To ensure everyone gets the best, you need to be aware of the problems your audience is facing and know more about them to teach how to solve their problems and why you are teaching them.

In order to be successful as an author, it is important to keep your writing simple and interactive.

This allows readers to comprehend the information being shared easily and to absorb your knowledge, insights, and perspective.

Furthermore, if done well, it can lead to international fame and success.

Most successful authors were not well-known before writing their book, but achieved their fame through the use of effective strategies.

Therefore, taking the time to master the art of writing and stimulating your audience will prove to be invaluable in becoming an international bestselling author.

If you’re looking to create an interesting nonfiction book then follow these five rules:

Think freely about creating your book.
Go ahead and believe in yourself to become an international bestselling author.
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Keep smiling.
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Doing so will lead to success, so take the initiative and strive to achieve your goals. With a professional attitude, you can do it.

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Jan 5, 2023

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10 Common Writing Mistakes To Avoid While Writing A Non-Fiction Book

Writing a non-fiction book can be a rewarding and enlightening experience. It allows you to share your expertise and knowledge with others and contribute to the body of knowledge in your field. However, writing a non-fiction book also requires a great deal of care and attention to detail, as even small mistakes can undermine the credibility and effectiveness of your work.

Here are 10 common writing mistakes to avoid while writing a non-fiction book

1. Lack Of Organization

A non-fiction book should be well-organized and structured, with each chapter building on the previous one and leading toward a clear conclusion. Without a clear structure, your book may be confusing and difficult to follow.

2. Poor Research

Non-fiction books should be based on sound research and evidence. Be sure to thoroughly research your topic and verify the accuracy of your sources.

3. Lack Of Clarity

Writing should be clear and concise, with a focus on providing information in an easy-to-understand manner. Avoid using jargon or technical terms without explaining them, and use concrete examples to illustrate your points.

4. Inconsistent Voice

Maintain a consistent voice and tone throughout your book. This helps to create a sense of cohesiveness and makes your writing more enjoyable to read.

5. Overuse Of Quotes

Quotes can be a useful way to add credibility to your work and provide insights from experts in your field. However, overusing quotes can disrupt the flow of your writing and make it difficult for readers to follow your ideas. Use quotes sparingly and only when they add value to your work.

6. Lack Of Proofreading

Proofreading is an essential step in the writing process. Be sure to carefully review your work for spelling and grammar errors, as well as any inconsistencies or inaccuracies.

7. Insufficient Context

Provide enough context for your readers to understand your points and the relevance of your arguments. This includes historical and cultural context, as well as explaining any technical terms or concepts that may be unfamiliar to your readers.

8. Plagiarism

Plagiarism is the act of using someone else’s work or ideas as your own without proper attribution. This is a serious offense and can damage your reputation as a writer. Be sure to properly cite all sources and give credit to others for their contributions.

9. Overly Promotional

While it’s important to be passionate about your work and the ideas you are presenting, avoid coming across as overly promotional or self-serving. Focus on providing valuable information and insights, rather than simply promoting yourself or your products.

10. Lack Of Editing

While it can be tempting to publish your work as soon as it’s finished, it’s important to take the time to carefully edit and revise your writing. This includes working with an editor or proofreader to ensure that your work is free of errors and reads smoothly.

Conclusion:

By avoiding these common writing mistakes, you can produce a non-fiction book that is well-researched, informative, and enjoyable to read.

We hope that this blog will help you in understanding the common writing mistakes that should be avoided while writing a non-fiction book.

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