What should your first book be?
Start with a stand-alone novel, not a series. A paragraph or two doesn’t begin to give us enough space to explore all the reasons your first book should not be part of a series. A series represents a serious handicap for a first-time author both in terms of learning the craft and getting sales off the ground.
What was the first book about?
The Epic of Gilgamesh
The first ever books The first book ever written that we know of is The Epic of Gilgamesh: a mythical retelling of an important political figure from history. In the 14th century, the Jikji was printed in Korea in movable (metal) type: a collection of Buddhist Zen teachings.
What is the first printed book?
The Diamond Sutra, a Buddhist book from Dunhuang, China from around 868 A.D. during the Tang Dynasty, is said to be the oldest known printed book. The Diamond Sutra was created with a method known as block printing, which utilized panels of hand-carved wood blocks in reverse.
How do I start writing my first book?
Start writing and stick to a routine. Research, outlining, and idea development are all critical steps to writing your first book, but there may come a time when preparation becomes procrastination. At a certain point, it’s time to begin writing your rough draft. This requires committing to consistent routines and productive writing habits.
How long does it take to write a book?
Writing a book for the first time can be a life-changing process in many ways. But, that doesn’t mean it’s for the lighthearted. Depending on your existing writing skills and time you have, it can be an intensive process that can take anywhere from a few months to several years.
How do you write a good book?
1. Establish a consistent writing space. If you’re going to write a great book, you’re going to need a great space to write. It doesn’t have to be a soundproof room with a stunning view. All you really need is a quiet place free of distractions where you can consistently get good writing done.
Is it hard to write a book?
Writing a book is not hard. Maybe writing a masterpiece is. But that’s subjective. Who knows what a masterpiece is. The only way to get better at anything is to DO IT. DO IT DO IT DO IT. That’s it. So ignore most book writing advice. A lot of people give difficult advice to follow.