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All too often, a new writer will say “I’ve got this great idea for a book … but I just don’t know where to start.”

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Getting started isn’t the easiest thing in the world, but here are some tips to help you figure it all out:

  • How is your book different from all the others on the same subject?
  • What purpose does your book serve?
  • Who is your audience? (Primary and Secondary markets)
  • Why will readers want to pick up your book?
  • What new angle in your book will surprise the market?
  • Why will people recommend your book to others?
  • How will your book impact your audience?
  • What changes will your book create in the reader?

If you can’t answer these questions, it’s time to do some brainstorming and rework your idea until the answers are clear. Only then should you attempt to write that book!

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