Writing & Publishing
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Write a Nonfiction Book Chapter by Chapter in 6 Phases6 phasesNewBooks & EbooksWrites a nonfiction book in six steps: positioning (core promise, angle, reader transformation), a full outline, a detailed blueprint per chapter, the chapter text, an enrichment pass with stories and examples, then the introduction and conclusion.
- Phase 1 — Book positioning
Role: you are a professional strategist in book publishing. Topic: [topic] Target reader: [describe the audience] My goal with this book: [goal] Task: starting from these inputs, define: - the core promise of the book - its unique angle - the transformation the reader goes through - how it is positioned in the market The concept must be clear, specific and valuable.
- Phase 2 — Book outline
Topic: [topic] Task: build a full, professional outline for a book on this topic. Include: - how the book is divided into sections - a title for each chapter - the logical progression from one chapter to the next - the key ideas of each chapter The structure should move naturally from a beginner's understanding to deeper insight.
- Phase 3 — Chapter blueprint
Chapter title: [chapter title] Task: create a detailed blueprint for writing this chapter, including: - the key arguments - examples - stories - frameworks - practical takeaways Keep it well structured, so it is easy to expand into the full chapter.
- Phase 4 — Write the full chapter
Chapter blueprint: [paste] Task: write the full chapter from this blueprint. Requirements: - clear and logical flow - keeps the reader engaged - professional tone - no repetition and no filler
- Phase 5 — Stories and examples
Chapter text: [paste] Task: make this chapter stronger by weaving in relevant material such as case studies, analogies, examples or short stories, so the content becomes easier to understand and more engaging.
- Phase 6 — Introduction and conclusion
Book topic: [topic] Target reader: [describe the audience] Promised transformation: [transformation] Task: 1. Introduction: write a compelling opening that explains clearly who the book is for, which problem it solves and why that matters. 2. Conclusion: write a strong closing that reinforces the transformation the book promised.
Write and Launch an Ebook in 7 Phases7 phasesNewBooks & EbooksTakes a book from idea to launch in seven phases: an opening that hooks the reader, a chapter outline, the chapter content, the conclusion, layout and design guidance, interactive extras and a marketing plan for the release.
- Phase 1 — Introduction
Book topic: [book topic] About the author: [author background, expertise and why they are writing this book] Task: write the introduction of the book. It must: - grab the reader from the very first lines - set out the purpose of the book, its key themes and why it matters or is useful to the reader - give a glimpse of the author's background, expertise and reasons for writing it - read like a gripping story that establishes the book's tone and leaves the reader eager for what follows If the author details above are missing, ask me for them before writing.
- Phase 2 — Outline
Book topic: [book topic] Task: build a detailed outline that arranges the content of the book into chapters or sections in a logical order. For each section, list: - the main topics - the subtopics - the key points to cover Make sure the ideas flow smoothly and progress naturally, with every section building on the one before it. This outline will be the roadmap I follow when writing the book.
- Phase 3 — Chapter content
Book topic: [book topic] Outline: [paste the outline] Task: for each chapter or section of the outline, write content that is engaging and informative. Rules: - explain complex ideas through vivid examples, anecdotes and analogies - bring in research, statistics and expert insights to add credibility - keep the same tone and voice from start to finish - make sure the content serves the overall purpose and themes of the book If the book is long, work one chapter at a time and wait for my go-ahead before the next one.
- Phase 4 — Conclusion
Book topic: [book topic] Task: write the conclusion of the book. It should make the reader think and: - sum up the key takeaways - reinforce the central message of the book - look back on the journey the reader has been through and show how to put what they learned into practice - leave a lasting impression and the wish to explore the topic further or act on the insights
- Phase 5 — Layout and design
Book topic: [book topic] Task: describe the layout and design elements you would give this book. Cover: - how headings, subheadings, bullet lists and other formatting choices can make the text easier to read - suitable images, diagrams or illustrations that support the text and help understanding - advice on fonts, color schemes and the overall look
- Phase 6 — Interactive elements
Book topic: [book topic] Task: suggest interactive elements or features that would make reading the book a richer, more engaging experience. For example: - QR codes that link to extra online resources - interactive quizzes or exercises that reinforce learning - prompts for self-reflection or for discussion Explore how the book could become livelier and invite more active participation.
- Phase 7 — Promotion and marketing
Book topic: [book topic] Task: build a strategy to market and promote the book. Include: - the likely target audiences and the channels to reach them (for example social media, email lists, industry events) - persuasive copy for the book description, the author bio and the promotional materials - ways to use the author's expertise and network to create buzz and interest around the release
Writing Style Guide Built from Your Own SamplesNewEditing & RewritingReads 3 samples of your writing, describes your natural voice, tone, rhythm and strengths, then turns them into a style guide you can follow so everything you publish stays consistent and recognizably yours.
Here are 3 samples of my writing: [paste 3 examples] Task: 1. Voice analysis: describe my natural voice, my tone, my rhythm and my strengths as a writer. 2. Style guide: turn that analysis into a writing style guide I can follow, so that everything I publish stays consistent and clearly sounds like me.