Really enjoyed reading this - going to write my own book now!!
931410
I really, really enjoyed reading this book...  it was very well laid out and super simple to follow.  Plus Ian puts his own personality into the book... in fact that might have been the most insightful part of the book for me.

He recommends putting your own story/personality into what you write so that people can connect with you.  Plus if you are competing against other authors, all things being equal it will be your personality and personal story/insights that really wins your readers over.

That really opened my eyes up to how you can write a book, even if there are others on that topic and still get a foothold in that specific niche/topic/marketplace.

If you want to write non-fiction and want to make sure you stand out in the crowd then I would recommend reading this book.  Plus he also covers how to make writing fiction super easy.

Great read... I give it 5 stars!
1370100
I absolutely loved this book, I was in the mist of writer's block with my own short novel when I came across this piece on Kindle. The questions that were included were great as well as the reviewing of each chapter. I did a lot of my own thinking and planning from this book and followed a lot of the conversation between both characters. This definitely makes me want to have my own writing coach, I do wish it had been longer since I did like it very much. There could have been a lot more topics that could have been covered.
3501947
Wow!! What a page turner!  I could see this on the big screen one day :).  I found myself reading every little chance I could and couldn't wait to find out what was next and now I'm sad that it's over :(.  This book is great start to the authors writing career and I can't wait to read the next book! Sign me up!!
2929043
This book is fantastic for the beginner (like me) just getting into the eBook world! I read it straight through and when I put it down I went straight to my computer and wrote 7 pages in an hour of my own story! Hopefully I'm a self published author soon too!! Thank you Mike.
3809563
I found this book here for free. I adore reading anything I can get my hands on about writing fiction. This book has some really good information on organizing a mostly non-fiction work but you can apply the author's tips for fiction-writing as well. I like that he included some information on promoting and marketing your book and a checklist for creating an eBook.
4832796
I purchased this book and was excited to start reading it.  It was a quick, easy read, and gave incredible information on branding yourself and incorporating your book as well.  I recently started a spiritual based business and I am writing a book.  I was impressed with the all of the tips and tricks Shanda gave.  I am in the process of following her advice on setting up my website and I have saved an insanely amount of time learning from her experience.

If you are starting a business and you are an author, this book is for you!!!  I really appreciate the information she gave and know I will be more successful with my book and business as a result of her guidance.
1048069
I truly loved this. It was a fun read and very helpful with structuring my current work in progress. Thank you Libbie!!
3048777
James McGirk is a new writer (I guess) with lots of experience in teaching how to write good. This book gave me a personal kick for writing my own "grand theory of everything". Even if his main purpose wasn't to energize (like in the Energizer battery ads) lazy people like myself to write their own kindle singles, this writer did it.

This book is personal, well written, sincere, open and timely. As a bonus, the book includes detailed information about the OODA Loop, another person's (a fighter pilot named Boyd) grand theory for tactical events, later adopted by the air force and the secret services of the world. Lovely personal bonus: The same Mondo 2000 issue mentioned in this book was my price possesion about the same time as the author had it, and it gave me a similar boost for experiencing stuff. :)

Many thanks. I wish McGirk writes more kindle singles like this one.
195664
This is a great book. It was funny, encouraging and informative. I had tried my had at writing once and it took me years to finish a novel. But when I read this I was reminded of one simple fact... Writers write. I told my wife and kids that I was going to be mentally checked out for a month and then I went about the fun of writing. 1600 words a day came and went and instead of being slowed down by re-writing every other paragraph, I was able to have enjoy creating a story and at the end of 29 days, I had a 60,000 page novel complete with loveable and despicable characters, I even worked in a subplot. The novel wasn't magically ready for publication after one draft, but it is something that I can edit and hopefully get out there.

Chris Baty, got me to think about sitting down and putting one word after the other and letting the story develop. It was awesome.
1686275
A friend recommended I read this to help me start writing my book. I've never written a book before but have wanted to for many many years. After reading this I totally feel inspired and motivated and have already started! What I really liked about this book was the simplicity. You see, one of the reasons I had put off writing is I didn't know how to even get started - it seemed utterly daunting and confusing.

The author gives you practical, straightforward, no b.s. step by step instructions to help you make your desire for writing a book a reality. It was an easy enjoyable read. If you're looking for a straight to the point book on Kindle writing then look no further - the gold is here. After reading this I felt a sense of heaviness lift off my shoulders and am moving through the resistance of getting something out there.

Writing and publishing a book on Kindle doesn't seem as daunting as it once did. Tom simplifies and gives you plenty of step by step instructions on how to get started NOW. I liked this book so much that I'll be checking out the rest of The Kindle Writing Bible series.
3603347
I just read this book- couldn't put it down. I plan to use the advice given here in many areas of my writing and it is sure to help me get over the hump in finishing my first book - and making the rest not so time consuming and frustrating! I too laughed out loud a few times and like the straightforward advice with no fluff. Few writing books are this helpful and I think I have read most of them in the last 40 years! Kudos
1677097
I really enjoyed this book. For a beginning author, it has all the information I need to finally get my book... you guessed it!.... PUBLISHED! If you are looking to start writing a book and actually go from the first step to the last, this will definitely help you along your way!
1871859
I really like this book. It is easy to understand and the author is funny. I have learned a lot and had fun while reading it. This book makes it not so scary to write a book of your own!
1217985
Sometimes the beginning part of writing is the most daunting.  However, when you make it fun, easy to understand and take the "unknown" out of the process, you get a winner.

There is so much to recommend about this book, from the down to earth style, the links, and the whole process, you will come away with the information you need to get started on your book.

Well worth it, and I highly recommend it.  Was pleasantly surprised.
2484532
I picked this up on a whim in the library while doing some research on a story I'm working on.  I was so impressed with it, I had to get my own copy.  I love the way this is broken into bite sized segments for each section. It's a great for kick starting an idea that just needs a bit of help to get it flowing.  The sections are very short and the author doesn't fill that space with a lot of wasted words or obvious recommendations.  I also appreciate the format.  Why aren't all books on writing (as well as other subjects) like this?  Being able to lay this book flat on the desk next to me as I work is a godsend!  It doesn't matter how long you've been writing, this is a book that should be in your personal library.
3327275
I read alot of this in Mr. Konrath's blog. Upon getting a kindle I ordered this and have finally finished it. I think it was about 380,000 words. Alot of information in this guide about all phases of writing a book. Writing, publishing, editing, promoting, it's all here. I especially enjoyed this and would recommend this to any author, published or unpublished. Mr. Konrath has done alot to help other writers and should be commended for his efforts to help us with this craft. Thank you for writing this and teaching us all more about the industry.
629694
I'm an author only recently starting to self-publish my own fiction. I found Derek Murphy's DIYbookcovers.com site and bought this book primarily because I am interested in learning how to design my own covers for ebooks to save on production costs.

In fact, when I bought the book, I started to skim over the section on Writing in order to get to the "good stuff," the practical info on formatting and publishing without spending too much money. I quickly STOPPED skimming and read closely what Murphy has to say on the writing craft as well as the business of being an author.

Great info here, practical and presented clearly. Links to resources for authors (to his own site as well as others) with inclusions of Murphy's own experience in writing and publishing (as well as entrepreneurship) that make the book an enjoyable, as well as useful, read.

I particularly enjoyed the inspirational quotes sprinkled throughout. They might seem corny or flippant, inspirational hoo-ha to some. But as a "quoteaholic" myself, I found many to copy down and post around my writing space.

A useful guide for beginning or experienced authors. I will be using the book as a reference for the foreseeable future.