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Description edit
You Are a Writer is a book about what it takes to be a writer in the 21st Century.
Author Jeff Goins shares his own story of self-doubt and what it took for him to become a professional. He gives you practical tips for freelancing, how to get published in magazines, and what it takes to... read more
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Summary edit
Anyone can be a writer. All you have to do is write. This book will show you how.
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Quotes edit
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“It’s a choice, writing is. One that belongs to you and me. We get to choose it (or not) every single day. So whether or not the world hears your message — whether you leave the impact you were born to make — is entirely up to you.”
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“Make no mistake. All of us at some point wonder if what we’re doing matters. The answer taunts us. It whispers from afar. Keeps us wondering and waiting. All the while, deep inside our hearts, something dangerous stirs. Something we’re afraid to admit.”
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“Until you acknowledge this — that you are a writer — you are depriving the world of a gift it longs for. One that stands the test of time. One that could leave a legacy.”
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“You are a writer. You just need to write.”
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“Whether you’re starting to tackle writing for the first time or a lifelong veteran, rest assured. There is better work you’ve yet to create. If you will make one important choice: Stop writing for accolades, and start writing for passion.”
First Sentence edit
Hi. My name’s Jeff. And I’m a writer.
Table of Contents edit
Foreword
Introduction
Writers Are Born, Not Made
The Truth About Writing
Building a Platform
Establishing a Brand
Channels of Connection
Getting Started
Before Your First Book
What Next?
About the Author
Share this Book
First Edition edit
Original Language: English
Publisher: Jeff Goins
Country: USA
Publication Date: April 27, 2012
ISBN: N/A
Page Count: 77
Publisher: Jeff Goins
Country: USA
Publication Date: April 27, 2012
ISBN: N/A
Page Count: 77
Subjects edit
- Books › Health, Mind & Body › Self-Help › Creativity
- Books › Nonfiction › Education › Reference
- Books › Reference › Writing › Writing Skills
- Books › Business & Investing › Reference › Writing
- Books › Business & Investing › Marketing & Sales › Marketing › Product Management
- Books › Nonfiction › Social Sciences › Reference
- Books › Reference › Publishing & Books
Links to Supplemental Material edit
- Goins, Writer: Jeff Goins's blog on writing, ideas, and making a difference.
- Jeff Goins on Twitter: Jeff's tweets and such
- You Are a Writer Website: Official book website for You Are a Writer.
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