The Complete Expert-to-Author Guide (Hardcover)
Language: English
Published by The Collective Book Studio, 2026
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Hardcover. Learn how to turn your expertise into a clear, compelling nonfiction book that reaches the people who need it most."A smart and stylish guide to writing and publishing a nonfiction book." Kirkus Reviews. Whether you're a consultant, coach, educator, healthcare provider, or entrepreneur, writing a book can expand your influence and help more people benefit from your ideas. The Complete Expert-to-Author Guide provides a practical, step-by-step roadmap for moving from concept to finished manuscript without getting stuck along the way. Written by veteran editors and book coaches Marisa Solis and Elizabeth Dougherty, who have guided hundreds of nonfiction books from idea to publication, this hands-on guide walks you through every stage of the writing process with clarity and confidence. Heres what makes The Complete Expert-to-Author Guide an essential resource: A Clear Road Map for Writing Your Book: Follow a proven framework that takes you from initial idea to completed manuscript with manageable, actionable steps. Designed for Experts and Professionals: If your profession involves helping people improve their lives, turn your knowledge into an advice-based nonfiction book. 25 Practical Exercises and Writing Tools: Writing prompts, preformatted templates, and market analysis exercises help you clarify your message and stay focused. Structure Your Book with Confidence: Develop your advice-based books premise, fine-tune your framework, and strengthen your table of contents upfrontmaking writing faster and less stressful. Navigate the Publishing Process: Write a book proposal, explore publishing paths, and build the platform needed to reach your audience. If youve been thinking about writing a book but arent sure where to start or how to finish, The Complete Expert-to-Author Guide gives you the structure, strategy, and support to bring your book to life. Learn how to turn your expertise into a clear, compelling nonfiction book that reaches the people who need it most. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…
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- Title
- The Complete Expert-to-Author Guide (Hardcover)
- Author
- Marisa Solis
- Publisher
- The Collective Book Studio
- Publication year
- 2026
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1685551270
- ISBN 13
- 9781685551278
Many experts dream of writing a nonfiction book―this guide shows you how. With step-by-step advice, veteran editors Marisa Solis and Elizabeth Dougherty help you go from idea to finished manuscript while saving time, energy, and sanity.
From Expert to Author offers a clear, empowering roadmap for turning your expertise into a well-crafted book. With decades of publishing experience, Solis and Dougherty guide you through every stage―from refining your concept and organizing your content to building your author platform and identifying your audience.
Unlike other writing books, this guide includes 25 hands-on activities, including writing prompts, market analysis tools, and exercises that help you stay focused and move forward with confidence.
Whether you’re self-publishing or pitching a traditional book proposal, From Expert to Author equips you with the tools to finally get your message on the page―and into the world.
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About the Author
Elizabeth Dougherty is a book coach, developmental editor, and cofounder of Book Structure Pros. She has worked in publishing since 1988 and was an executive editor at Weldon Owen. Her focus is on parenting, health and wellness, and women’s leadership. Elizabeth holds a master’s from Northwestern’s Medill School of Journalism and lives in Palo Alto, California.
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