Writing a book: Doing the work
- Set a total word count. 40,000 - 60,000 words = standard nonfiction/novella book. A long nonfiction book/standard-length novel contains 60,000 - 80,000 words, and a very long nonfiction/long novel contains 80,000 - 100,000 words.
- Give yourself weekly deadlines. Make it a word count and celebrate the progress you've made.
- Get early feedback. Have a few trusted advisers such as friends, editors, or family that will help you discern what's worth writing.
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