Many people dream of writing and publishing their own ebook. The development of the eBook (simply, a book which is published in electronic format rather than in traditional print and which is distributed directly onto a person's computer or electronic device) is something which allows virtually anyone to become a published author. You no longer need a publisher, agent or expensive printing costs. You can literally create an eBook and have it in the marketplace within days and at virtually no cost.
However, despite all this, many people never realize their dream of having their eBook produced. Why is this? It is simply because the main difficulty for most people is to actually get their book written. Actually getting your ideas down on 'paper' can be daunting for many people. But it is obviously the key if you really want to create an ebook.
If you are struggling with such issues, or even if you would like a few tips on speeding up the process, here are four simple steps to creating your ebook.
1) Commit yourself to a deadline. By selecting a date when you WILL have your eBook written you are sending your brain a very important message. You are telling it that you are serious! Choose a date that is realistic but which will also create a sense of urgency for you. It could be as much as six months or as little as a week. Make it short enough that you will feel motivated to actually get started, which is the key.
2) Tell yourself that you can do it. This is vitally important. Most people fill their heads with all sorts of reasons and ideas as to why they can't write an eBook - they are too busy, no one will want to read it, it won't be any good, they don't know how to market it. and so on. These are all sure-fire ways to ensure you never get started, or, even if you do, that you will never finish.
Even great writers battle with such negative thoughts. Ignore them, tell yourself positive things about your writing and it will give you the momentum to get it done.
3) Create an outline before you start. Creating an eBook is very like building a house: if you start with complete plans and then just follow them then things are a lot easier. Begin with the end in mind by creating a clear outline of all of the sections and chapters in your eBook and what you are going to cover.
4) Just write. "The longest journey begins with the first step" is a true and wise saying. Don't think too hard about your writing; just turn on your computer, put your fingers to the keys and GO. Leave your editing until later. Aim to write a significant amount (say 1000 words) before you even stop.
Follow these four steps and apply some discipline to yourself and you will be amazed at how quickly you see your eBook take shape. You will create an eBook that you will be proud of and may even go on to be a best seller.
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