The Author's Atlas: The Ultimate Roadmap for Writing, Publishing, and Marketing a Successful Book (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798989538485)

You've been dreaming of writing your book for years.

Maybe it's your memoir, your family history, or a short story collection. But when you sit down, doubts creep in: Where do I begin? Am I qualified? What if I fail? You're not alone - and that's why this book exists. Jim Wilson knows the struggle. His journey of untangling the confusing maze of writing, publishing and marketing led to chart-topper and multi-award winner, Tuned In: Memoirs of a Piano Man. In The Author's Atlas, he distills hard-won insights into a clear, step-by-step guide to help you finally finish and publish your book.

- How to get your rough draft written in as little as 100 days

- Proven ways to beat writer's block

- Effective editing and revision techniques

- Step-by-step publishing options: traditional, hybrid, or self-pub

- Marketing strategies to help your book up the charts

- Free access to 100+ key industry contacts

- Bonus tips for producing your audiobook

You don't need a degree or years of free time - just the right roadmap and the courage to begin. The Author's Atlas will get your book out of your head and into readers' hands. The only thing you can't afford is to wait.

TESTIMONIALS:

"... an invaluable guide that I wish I'd had 20 years ago!"

- Daniel J. Levitin, 5x NYT-Bestselling Author

"... packed with fantastic insider tips!"

- Ed Begley, Bestselling Author, Actor

"... hands-down the best book on writing and publishing I've read!"

- Adam Belanoff, TV Writer (Major Crimes, The Closer)

"a user-friendly, time-saving resource to have by your side throughout the whole process."

- Michael Neill, bestselling author of The Inside-Out Revolution and Creating the Impossible

"... a must-have reference book for any author."

- Al Secunda, Author of The 15-Second Principle

"... an invaluable resource for authors at any stage."

- Scott B. Bomar, award-winning author and GRAMMY-nominated writer

"...filled to the brim with brilliant tips and resources from someone who's been there."

- Jennie Godfrey, internationally bestselling author of The List of Suspicious Things

"...a fresh, friendly and clear approach to the writing process."

- Neville Farmer, author, playwright, journalist