write your book:

The Ultimate Beginner's Checklist

Ready to Write Your Book? Start with this checklist! If you've ever dreamed of writing a book but don't know where to begin, this Beginner's Book Writing and Publishing Checklist is for you. It doesn't matter if you're planning a memoir, business book, or fantasy novel; this checklist walks you through each essential step from idea to book launch.

ready to write your book but don't know where to start? This Checklist is for you!

understand how to write and publish your book in 6 easy steps

Aspiring writers often stumble when faced with the overwhelming thought of 'I want to write my book, but where do I start?'

There are A LOT of moving parts in the writing, editing, publishing and marketing process to take your idea from a thought to a physical product, and that's why I created this checklist.

You'll find a few of my top tips followed by the checklists broken into 6 stages:

Stage 1: Get Clear on Your Book Idea

Stage 2: Plan Your Content

Stage 3: Write the First Draft

Stage 4: Edit and Polish

Stage 5: Publishing Prep

Stage 6: Launch and Promote

"The most difficult and complicated part of the writing process is the beginning."

I'm Shelley, a writing mentor and multi-genre author of over twenty books. I help women get their book ideas out of their heads and down on the page. Think of me as an accountability Yoda! I use my ten years of writing, publishing, and marketing experience to guide and support my clients.

I work with clients on fiction, planners, children's books, non-fiction (all genres), and memoir. When I'm not working with my members and clients, you'll find me writing my own novels or solo travelling in my VW Camper called Snoopy.

Shelley Wilson

Author and Writing Mentor

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Write Your Book: The Ultimate Beginner's Checklist

Stage 1: Get Clear on Your Book Idea

Before you write a single word, it's crucial to know why you're writing, who you're writing for, and what message you want to share. Clarity at this stage gives you direction, motivation, and a solid foundation to build your book on.

~ Define your why - Are you writing to inspire, educate, entertain, motivate, or build your brand? Your purpose will shape your entire writing journey. Identify your target reader ~ Who needs or wants this book? Understanding your ideal reader helps you write with intention and impact.

~ Clarify your core message or story - What is the one thing you want your reader to walk away with?

~ Choose your genre and tone -Will it be practical and professional? Light and funny? Emotional and raw?

~ Create a rough book title or working title - A placeholder title keeps your focus sharp and your idea grounded.

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