Author Description

<p>Becoming a writer begins with a simple but important belief: You are a writer; you just need to write.</p> <p>In <i>You Are a Writer</i>, Jeff Goins shares his own story of self-doubt and what it took for him to become a professional writer. He gives you practical steps to improve your writing, get published in magazines, and build a platform that puts you in charge.</p><p>This book is about what it takes to be a writer in the 21st Century. You will learn the importance of passion and discipline and how to show up every day to do the work.</p> <p><b>Here's what else you will learn: </b></p><p>-How to transition from wanting to be a writer to actually being one<br>-What "good" writing is (and isn't)<br>-How to stop waiting to be picked and finally choose yourself<br>-What it takes to build a platform<br>-Why authors need to brand themselves (and how to do it)<br>-Tips for freelancing, guest blogging, and getting published in magazines<br>-Different ways to network with other writers, artists, and influencers<br>-The importance of blogging and social media and how to use it well to find more readers and fans of your writing</p><p><i>You Are a Writer</i> will help you fall back in love with writing and build an audience who shares your love. It's about living the dream of a life dedicated to words.</p><p><b>AND IT ALL BEGINS WITH YOU.</b></p><br><p><b>Table of Contents</b></p><p>Introduction</p><p>Part 1: Writing</p><p>You ARE a Writer: Claiming the Title<br>Writers Write<br>The Myth of Good<br>It Gets Tough</p><p>Part 2: Getting Read</p><p>Three Tools Every Writer Needs<br>You Need a Platform<br> Your Brand is You<br>Channels of Connection</p><p>Part 3: Taking Action</p><p>Getting Started<br>Before Your First Book<br>When the Pitching Ends<br>What Next?</p>