Writing a book ? Give the reader what they want, not what you THINK They want” Great messages from day 2 ofthe Hay House, Inc. 4-Day Book Writing Challenge by Hay House, Inc. publishing. Consider: 1. Which GENRE are you writing 2. WHO are you writing for? A few shared tips to help you clarify your book genre and target: 1. identify my ideal reader; preferably a REAL person, who is already reading books similar to yours. 2. Take a trip to the book store and consider which SHELF will feature your book. Most importantly, create your HOOK: High concept, easy to understand, narrowly tailored, magnetic, saleable statement of your most interesting points- and the magnet to YOU and your book Tip: Look to the NY Times bestseller list for compelling examples of “Hooks”. Hope these sketchnotes support us all in our writing/ healing/ discovery journey. What is a book idea thats bubbling up inside of you ? #everydrawingisagift #hayhouse #bookwriting
Tim Hamons looking forward to your book!
Ooh timely! I have been thinking about.. a children's book
Useful tips succinctly summarized in verbal / written and wonderful sketchnote form. 👍🐬
Another wonderfully done summary Tim Hamons 👍👍👍 Yes, write a book as if you have a real person in mind to address to🙏
Great questions to consider. Thanks for sharing Tim Hamons!
My only practical problem with tip 2 is that I inevitably leave with a heavy bag...and light wallet! 💵
I really like the Product-Led approach to writing books Tim. Love it when the same diligence & research get's applied to content too 😉
Tim Hamons love it
I've noticed many great writers pick ONE person to write to and everything revolves around serving them best. Love your tips Tim.
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9moThanks for the great insights, Tim Hamons! I agree it's essential to understand the reader well to write a book that's relevant and compelling to them.