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Episode Synopsis
On the episode of The Book Proposal Podcast, Debra Eckerling answers the question, “Where do I start?”
Debra says to start by getting organized. Create a folder for your book proposal on your computer or in the cloud; then create a brainstorm document for each of the sections. This includes: sizzle ideas, overview, what’s in the book, book specs, author bio, author reviews/testimonials, author platform, marketing plan, series, audience, comp titles, table of contents, and detailed outline.
Now, whenever you get an idea for any of these sections, you have a place to jot it down. Since you are gathering all your notes ahead of time, when you're ready to start writing your proposal, you have everything you need all in one place.
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Debra Eckerling is a goal strategist, book proposal specialist, and award-winning author and podcaster. Her books include Your Goal Guide and 52 Secrets for Goal-Setting and Goal-Getting. She hosts GoalChat, Taste Buds with Deb, and the Book Proposal Podcast.
Do you have a question about book proposals? Email [email protected]. Connect with Deb on LinkedIn and follow @TheDEBMethod for more resources and tips. Learn more at BookProposalPodcast.com.
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Debra says to start by getting organized. Create a folder for your book proposal on your computer or in the cloud; then create a brainstorm document for each of the sections. This includes: sizzle ideas, overview, what’s in the book, book specs, author bio, author reviews/testimonials, author platform, marketing plan, series, audience, comp titles, table of contents, and detailed outline.
Now, whenever you get an idea for any of these sections, you have a place to jot it down. Since you are gathering all your notes ahead of time, when you're ready to start writing your proposal, you have everything you need all in one place.
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Debra Eckerling is a goal strategist, book proposal specialist, and award-winning author and podcaster. Her books include Your Goal Guide and 52 Secrets for Goal-Setting and Goal-Getting. She hosts GoalChat, Taste Buds with Deb, and the Book Proposal Podcast.
Do you have a question about book proposals? Email [email protected]. Connect with Deb on LinkedIn and follow @TheDEBMethod for more resources and tips. Learn more at BookProposalPodcast.com.
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