Master Your Genre: How to Meet Reader Expectations and Sell More Books (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781739951108)

Writing the book is hard. Finding your readers is even harder...

Readers have expectations of all Genres, whether that's Thriller, Romance, Literary, Memoir or Cookbook. If you can meet these expectations - while also sparking delight with your creative new ideas - your readership could skyrocket overnight.

You'll master your Genre.

But there are no set-in-stone rules for getting there. No templates to follow. There's only your relationship with the reader.

In this practical and inspiring how-to guide, bestselling author Michael Grist shares his proven 3-stage system for seeking out and responding to reader expectation, all while keeping your creative vision intact.

In Master Your Genre you will learn:

- A powerful array of unique and affordable techniques for seeking out and acting on reader feedback.

- Innovative ten-minute analytics to help unlock your best cover, title and blurb.

- A formidable tool box for diagnosing and correcting problems with plot, theme, tropes, character and tone.

- A proven system for harnessing reader expectation while maintaining your own creative vision.

- A 'virtuous circle' mindset that accelerates your writing toward a wider readership.

- How to overcome the stumbling blocks standing between you and success.

Whether you're an experienced bestseller or a first-time author getting ready for publication, this book is for you. Start reading Master Your Genre today, and launch your author career toward the readership you always dreamed of!

★★★★★ "An incredible, inspirational book. I'm going back to read it again!"

★★★★★ "For years I've been stuck trying to find my readers. Michael Grist just shed light on the reason why it's not working. I can't wait to try some of his techniques out."

★★★★★ "No templates. No formula. I write Literary, and I love the way Grist talks about reader expectation. We can all do more to reach our readers."