Create: A Simple Framework for Crafting Stories That Captivate, Persuade, and Inspire (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781735972527)

Have you ever sat in fear of a blank page or screen? Fiddled around on social media or reorganized your bookshelves to avoid sitting down to write? Or maybe you suspect that you have a book in you but have no idea where to start?

The reality is that writing a book can be intimidating, but it is possible to craft compelling stories with the right tools and techniques. From intriguing beginnings to action-inspiring endings (and everything in between), Create offers a roadmap to conquer your fear of the blank page by applying a proven approach to writing nonfiction.

Discover how to...

• Mesmerize your audience by writing about vulnerable moments in your life
• Overcome self-doubt and that dreaded "writer's block"
• Position your story for maximum impact, while bridging the gap between you and your readers
• Develop and structure key elements that drive the success of your narrative
• Write the way you talk (and finish your book in a matter of days)
• Revise and edit to express your thoughts and ideas effectively

The distinctive approach, honesty and personal anecdotes of award-winning storyteller Annika Utgaard make this book a must-read for any aspiring writer or thought leader. Her process removes the obstacles that stand in the way, so that you can become the author you were born to be.