By Douglas Owen
So You Want To Write A Book
An Informational Guide to:
- Planning
- Writing
- Editing
- Publishing
- And Marketing
- Your Book
Have you ever dreamed of writing a book but felt overwhelmed by where to start? So You Want to Write a Book is your ultimate guide to turning that dream into reality. Whether you’re brainstorming your first idea or polishing your final draft, this book walks you through every step of the journey—from planning and writing to editing, publishing, and marketing. With practical advice, relatable examples, and a sprinkle of humor, Douglas Owen empowers writers of all levels to create a masterpiece that’s uniquely theirs. Your story deserves to be told—why wait?
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BOOKS SERIES BY DOUGLAS OWEN
Welcome to the site of Douglas Owen
Writer, author, editor, publisher – Douglas Owen wears many hats in the writing world. This site showcases his writing. From Science Fiction to Fantasy to Crime Fiction to Horror to Urban Fantasy. These are the focuses of Doug’s imagination.
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Good Enough to get Published
The Quora question that caught my interest today was asked by Andy Mello. The interesting part of this question is that every author worth their grain of salt has asked the same one - Do I keep writing if I know I'll never be food enough to get published? Well, Andy,...
Getting Your Second Book Published
It's easier to get a second book published once you have had your first book published, but does this apply to published non-fiction writers who then want to get a first novel published? Or would publishers treat you as a first-time author again?The answer to this...