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12
Don’t just “write” a book, organize your ideas into a process that can visually communicate your story
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Tuesday’s writing tip for authors
Writing involves visuals as much as choosing the right words. Yesterday, I discussed the importance of organizing your book around a “big idea” that can be expressed in a simple title that describes what you book’s about in a conversational style, such as Tuned In: Uncover the Extraordinary Opportunities that Lead [...]