You've Said You Want to Write a Book. What Do You Need to Help You Take That From a Statement to an Action?
Answered by:
I have been a creative person my entire life. I am a traditional Architect and a Visual-Artist (Painting) but I never experienced the freedom of expression I feel when I write. I began writing years ago to alleviate the frustration I felt when trying to articulate my thoughts or ideas to people who weren't listening, but waiting to talk. I have something to say and a way to say it that I believe will make people think.
I have finished writing and am editing for the second time the first of several books I have in my head (fiction novel, one of a trilogy) but I have no idea how to make it a reality. I've talked to many self-publishing houses and vanity presses but am completely lost when it comes to what to do when I've finished editing the first and begun writing the second and third book in earnest. To answer your question; I have found the time & place to write and have decades of subject matter to write about but I need guidance through the publishing process. I'm sure it will get easier but at the moment, writing isn't the issue, publishing is.
Denis Cassidy,
Publishing is difficult and it is best planned ahead. Today, everyone is about immediate gratification and some of the most integral steps to a successful release are missed. Choosing a publisher is also difficult.
I applaud your literary strength though - the fact you have completed works and are moving toward the full monte.
I'd happily review a copy of your MS - write [email address] and I'll share my thoughts with you.
~Q.
The first book of the trilogy is very long. If it would be OK I'll send you a PDF of the first four or five chapters with some rough cover artwork I did and a quick Bio.