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How to Write a Book: 13 Steps From a Bestselling Author

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How to Write a Book: 13 Steps From a Bestselling Author

5,262,595 views October 25, 2018 17:36

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ChannelJerry B. Jenkins

In brief

A bestselling author shares hard-won advice to help you turn a book idea into a finished manuscript. You’ll learn how to structure your project, craft engaging openings, and avoid common pitfalls that stall writers—whether you’re drafting fiction or nonfiction.

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What types of books does this advice apply to?

Both fiction and nonfiction, as the creator covers techniques like conflict and research for both genres.

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Have you ever had a book idea so captivating you just knew it would finally push you across the finish line?

But, like most, you soon ran out of steam and had no idea where to go next?

Writers fail not because of their writing—but because of a lack of preparation.

In this video I distill my 40+ years of experience into 17 minutes packed with some of my best advice.

You’ll discover:

- How to avoid feeling overwhelmed

- How to know your book idea is big enough

- How to finally start meeting your own deadlines

- Four types of compelling openers—and how to choose the best for you

- How conflict keeps readers turning pages (yes, even in nonfiction)

- The #1 reason agents and publishers reject manuscripts

- How research keeps your book credible

- And much more

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Jerry B. Jenkins published this 17:36 video tutorial on October 25, 2018. It has been watched 5,262,595 times on YouTube.

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