Writing Non-Fiction
1 – Become an Expert
If you are interested in writing non-fiction, then you should be building up your credentials as an expert by speaking, blogging and writing articles about that topic. Platform matters when it comes to non-fiction. That’s just the way it is. If you cannot show publishers that you are willing and able to build an audience, then it’s going to be a tough sell.
2 – Unlike fiction, you do not need to have the whole book finished.
To submit a non-fiction book project, you will need an amazing and stand-out proposal.
Resources for Writing Proposals:
Book Proposals That Sell (W. Terry Whalin)
Nonfiction Book proposal Anybody Can Write (Elizabeth Lyon)
Nonfiction Book Proposals (Mary DeMuth)
3 – Don’t submit your first draft.
Here again, get feedback and advice. Make sure you know what you’re talking about. Make sure the writing is as good as you can make it.
4 – Attend a conference.
Seriously. Attending a conference cannot be underestimated. If you want to be a writer, then go to a writing conference. Talking about being a writer just doesn’t count. It takes time and money to attend one, but you have to make the investment.
writing non-fiction
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