I Want to Write, but don't know where to start

by Elizabeth Bezant
(CEO of Writing to Inspire)

If you have ever found yourself saying the words above, this book was definitely written for you.

This book is a compilation of ten years of coaching and facilitating writing workshops. At every workshop I have ever given the questions I get asked are nearly always the same, so it seemed only logical to answer them all in a book.

In this book you'll find answers to questions like:
>> How can I improve my writing skills?
>> How can I find more time for writing?
>> I never know what to write about?
>> How do I know if I'm wasting my time?
>> How can I motivate myself?
The list just goes on.

This book will not, however, tell you how to structure the perfect sentence, or how to submit work to publishers, or how to focus on a specific genre, there are already plenty of the books on the shelf that cover that. I wanted to covered less specific, but perhaps the more important, topics of interest to beginning and aspiring writers.

Overflowing with practical information, 'I Want To Write ...' covers the important aspects required by any writer (no matter what they write).

Those of vocabulary, critiquing, research and language skills are all addressed in the first chapter, before Chapter 2 offers a wide selection of writing exercises that can be done while you carry on with your day-to-day life.

As you might expect from a writer, who is also a writing coach, this workbook includes insightful and in-depth sections on defining what you want from your writing and how to keep on track to achieving it.

All too often life can get in the way of writing, something that has squashed the dreams of many aspiring writers. In 'I Want To Write ...' no less than three chapters are designated to overcoming this age old challenge. Contained within this workbook's covers you'll find easy and fun ways to decipher what it really is that you want from your writing and step-by-step ways to reach it, to say nothing of how to avoid writer's block, RSI, disgruntled family and friends, and a hermit's lifestyle.

Written in a friendly, down-to-earth style this 188 paged A5 book is filled to the covers with the practical advice that can only come from years of working as a freelance writer and writing coach. If you've been looking for an experienced writer who will share their secrets with you and alert you to the pitfalls, this is the book.

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READERS' COMMENTS

'I Want To Write, But Don't Know Where To Start' is a real treasure. It was surprising to find that the workbook told things which had not been mentioned in any of the many courses I have attended.'
Duke Alley, author

'Her columns have always rung true with acute observations of daily life, the gift of someone who can communicate a shared experience, a commonality. It's not as easy as it sounds, believe me. And that's what makes this workbook a very useful starting point for all those willing to take the leap. It's practical and completely without pretence.

In sharing her tips, step-by-step guides and anecdotes that always bring a smile, she has demystified the craft? If you even think you might like to be a writer, this is a good place to start.'
Margaret Evans, Editor of NOVA.

'Elizabeth Bezant has thought of everything.In this manual she chats - yes, that's how it reads - to you about the big issues. With her encouragement and guidance anyone who is determined to write can do it. If you're unable to attend her workshops this book is a remarkable self-help resource.Without qualification I recommend this manual to all aspiring writers, and to writers who may lack confidence or direction.'
Alwyn Evans, writer, editor and author of 'Take A Walk In My Shoes'.

* This book is for sale on this site, please click the link the left-hand column to be taken to the Writers' Store. *
* PRICE: AU$29.99 + $5 freight *