Brenda Ueland stresses the idea that "Everyone is talented, original, and has something important to say." Drawing heavily on the work and influence of William Blake, she suggests that writers should "Try to discover your true, honest, un-theoretical self." Carl Sandburg called If You Want to Write "the best book ever written on how to write."

"Joe Goldberg is ready for a change. Instead of selling books, he's writing them. And he's off to a good start. Glenn Shoddy, an acclaimed literary author, recognizes Joe's genius and invites him to join a tight-knit writing fellowship at Harvard. Finally, Joe will be in a place where talent matters more than pedigree . . . where intellect is the great equalizer and anything is possible. Even happy endings. Or so he thinks, until he meets his already-published,...

Write what you know is a common dictum, but what happens when you run up against the limits of your knowledge? What if you want to write a story about something other than your own life? What real-life details do you have an obligation to get right? Find out how fiction writers approach the unknown.

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Book Preview: #1 Read the book. It's very short and it will teach you the principles of successful direct response copywriting. #2 The best copywriters in the world are those who are curious about life, read a lot, have many hobbies, like to travel, and have a variety of interests. They hunger for experience and knowledge, and they are great listeners. #3 If you want to write copy,...

Do you want to write a book? Do you feel overwhelmed and don't know where to start? Or, have fears which are holding you back from putting yourself out there? You're not alone. Writing a book can be an exciting but scary goal, and at the same time, one which can raise your profile to expert status and explode your business. A well-written book can open doors of opportunity, including speaking gigs, podcast and media interviews, new and higher paying...

A modern classic cherished by many of the greatest artists of our time, The Gift is a brilliant, life-changing defense of the value of creative labor. Drawing on examples from folklore and literature, history and tribal customs, economics and modern copyright law, Lewis Hyde demonstrates how our society-governed by the marketplace-is poorly equipped to determine the worth of artists' work. He shows us that another way is possible: the alternative...

Do you want to write but you feel stuck and don't know where to start? Do you see others always writing and wish you could do the same? Do you want to write but can't seem to find the time to sit down every day and do it? And even if you do have the time to sit and write you don't know what you'd be writing. This is what they call "Writer's Block." Some say it exists while others say it doesn't and that writers who don't write are simply lazy. But...

You can write a book - anyone can. But if you want to write a book that people will want or even need to read, it's not as simple as sitting down to write. In fact, that's one of the biggest mistakes unsuccessful authors make. Writing a book can be one of the smartest moves for your business success. But you need more than writing skills to create an impressive book that readers will love. You also need a plan to market, sell, and leverage your book...

You can write a book-anyone can. But if you want to write a book that people will want or even need to read, it's not as simple as sitting down to write. In fact, that's one of the biggest mistakes unsuccessful authors make. Writing a book can be one of the smartest moves for your business success. But you need more than a message and writing skills to create an impressive book that readers will love. You also need a plan to market, sell, and leverage...

There has been a flurry of thought leadership over the last few years. More and more business owners are striving to get noticed and writing a non-fiction book has become the tool of choice. Coaches, consultants, trainers, therapists, speakers and other experts are becoming wise to the benefits that a book can give them and their business. But things have changed hugely in the last ten years. It's not enough to just write a book anymore. Too many...