The ultimate guide to writing a nonfiction book. This book addresses all reasons you may balk at writing your book and gives you the motivation and steps to start writing. The self-publishing industry has exploded and it¿s given rise to thousands of new authors. In fact, there are over a million books issued each year. And yet, a book is not a book is not a book. There¿s a big difference between a quality self-published book and a do-it-yourself book. Those who are successful follow the professional route and produce a product that can compete with any book produced by a large publishing house. Those who aren¿t successful produce substandard products that can be spotted across the room or on your Amazon sales page. Producing a professional book begins with professional-quality writing, which may feel like a big barrier to you because you don¿t think you write well. First-time authors need help to craft and develop a message that resonates with readers. Before you begin, you must start with the structure of the book and then layer on good writing. Then you can work with professionals to design a beautiful cover and interior for your book. But even if you get the design elements exactly right, they can¿t compensate for a poorly written book. Nancy Erickson is a thought-leader in the publishing industry, and she has developed a step-by-step method to help people who aren¿t writers to become authors of high-impact nonfiction books¿all in the interest of helping people like you frame your ideas in the most professional light.