{"product_id":"you-are-a-writer-so-start-acting-like-one-9780990378501","title":"You Are a Writer (So Start Acting Like One)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBecoming a writer begins with a simple but important belief: You are a writer; you just need to write.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eYou Are a Writer\u003c\/i\u003e, Jeff Goins shares his own story of self-doubt and what it took for him to become a professional writer. He gives you practical steps to improve your writing, get published in magazines, and build a platform that puts you in charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is about what it takes to be a writer in the 21st Century. You will learn the importance of passion and discipline and how to show up every day to do the work.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHere's what else you will learn: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e-How to transition from wanting to be a writer to actually being one\u003cbr\u003e-What \"good\" writing is (and isn't)\u003cbr\u003e-How to stop waiting to be picked and finally choose yourself\u003cbr\u003e-What it takes to build a platform\u003cbr\u003e-Why authors need to brand themselves (and how to do it)\u003cbr\u003e-Tips for freelancing, guest blogging, and getting published in magazines\u003cbr\u003e-Different ways to network with other writers, artists, and influencers\u003cbr\u003e-The importance of blogging and social media and how to use it well to find more readers and fans of your writing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eYou Are a Writer\u003c\/i\u003e will help you fall back in love with writing and build an audience who shares your love. It's about living the dream of a life dedicated to words.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAND IT ALL BEGINS WITH YOU.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart 1: Writing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou ARE a Writer: Claiming the Title\u003cbr\u003eWriters Write\u003cbr\u003eThe Myth of Good\u003cbr\u003eIt Gets Tough\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart 2: Getting Read\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThree Tools Every Writer Needs\u003cbr\u003eYou Need a Platform\u003cbr\u003e Your Brand is You\u003cbr\u003eChannels of Connection\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart 3: Taking Action\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGetting Started\u003cbr\u003eBefore Your First Book\u003cbr\u003eWhen the Pitching Ends\u003cbr\u003eWhat Next?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJeff Goins is a writer, speaker, and communicator. He believes words can change the world and that brownies are the world's best breakfast food. He has contributed to various publications and blogs, including Relevant Magazine, Copyblogger, Problogger, and Zen Habits (voted by Time magazine as one of the top 50 websites of 2008). Jeff lives in Nashville with his wife, his son, and his dog. He secured office space to force himself to get out of his pajamas and interact with humans. To connect with Jeff, visit him at any of the following: Email: jeff@goinswriter.com Blog: goinswriter.com Facebook: facebook.com\/goinswriter Twitter: twitter.com\/jeffgoins\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Tribe Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50544257040658,"sku":"9780990378501","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_c48232fc-3038-4874-9570-904c9689f859.jpg?v=1731524985","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/you-are-a-writer-so-start-acting-like-one-9780990378501","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}