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I Want To Write,
But Don't Know Where To Start

by Elizabeth Bezant


Regardless of whether you've never written before in your life, or been jotting down ideas for years, this book will help you.

More than that, it doesn't matter if you want to start on short stories, an autobiography, magazine fillers, feature articles, scripts or novels, this book will help you.

It doesn't even matter whether you want to write for yourself, or to self-publish, e-publish, publish traditionally, or get into the glossy mags, this book will help you.

In fact, you could probably go as far as to say this book was especially written for you.





Overflowing with practical information, 'I Want To Write, …' covers the important aspects required by any writer.

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 126 paged A4 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.



Comments from Elizabeth Bezant, (writer of this workbook)

'During my years as a writer and coach, I have received many questions from those wishing to gain more from their writing than a drawer full of unpublished stories and possible articles. Questions like: Do I have to have a computer? How do I get my family and friends to take me seriously? Is there anywhere I can go to get help? How do I know if my writing is any good? What books and equipment do I need?

That is why I wrote this book, to answer these questions and more, because there is not much worse than having a dream and not knowing how to take the first step to achieving it. I have a mental picture of a little old lady propped up in bed wearing her bed jacket, and her Zimmer frame, nurse's bell and fluffy slippers all within reach. She's sitting there thoughtfully, until all of a sudden her face lights up and she yells, 'I know how to do it!'

It's wonderful to find the direction and answers to your dreams, but it would be even better to find them while you have time to make the most of them.'


Remember, if you:

ever wanted to write, but never quite got around to it.
are concerned that your writing skills aren't quite good enough.
find it differcult to find the time to write.
are not sure how to go about writing.
are simply not sure where to start.

This book will help you.

'I Want To Write, But Don't Know Where To Start' was written especially for aspiring and beginning writers.

It was designed and created by Elizabeth only after she had spent years coaching people who felt exactly the same way as you do about writing.

The title of this extensive workbook, 'I Want to Write, But Don't Know Where To Start', really says it all.



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, past 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'.


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