When most people talk about a book changing their life, they’re talking about a book they read — a book that changed their perspective or way of thinking. But for many authors, writing a book can be ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about strategy. In other genres that is pretty common. Think of autobiographies, history books, and travel guides. In ...

Agents and editors say market fit, timing and competition, not just quality, are key factors determining which manuscripts ...

A business book can be a strategic asset fostering new revenue streams, but it rarely yields significant profit from royalties alone. Effective marketing and an established platform are crucial for a ...

But when it comes to the straightforward act of writing books — actually starting a project and finishing it — perhaps the best role models are novelists of epic-length fantasy books like Stephen King ...

Building a new life in Heartopia means spending time getting to know your neighbors, devoting energy to your hobbies, and letting your creativity shine. One way you can accomplish all of this is by ...

These days, it seems like everyone has published a book. That can lead us to feel like we should publish, too. But before you rush to the presses, ask yourself these four important questions. A guide ...

Over the decades that I’ve been a professional writer, dozens of people have told me they want to write a book about their inner and outer lives as cabbies, baristas, pet sitters, pizza deliverers, ...

Question: I had a bumpy transition out of the Navy. I learned a lot of what not to do and want to share it all in a book. Is that a good idea, and how would I get started? Answer: As the author of ...