is there anyway to write my own book and get it published for free?

Question

hi ,
im planning on writing a book but im wondering if i can write a book and get it published for free its based about peoples life you might be intrested please help thanks.

Answer 1

Sort of putting the cart before the horse, aren't you?

Write the book first, then look for publishing.

If all you want is free self-publishing, then go to lulu.com. It's free and it's fast and you're in charge.

But really, you need to write the book first. Then comes editing and revision. Then comes more editing and revision.

Answer 2

Never pay to be published. Anyone who offers to publish you for a fee is trying to rip you off.

Real publishers do not charge the author, they pay the author.

If your book is fiction you will have to finish it first, then send out query letters to reputable literary agents. If your book is non-fiction you can query before the book is complete.

A good website for finding an agent is QueryTracker.net. It has a list of literary agents and also tools to help you keep track of who you already queried and who you haven't, plus more.

Good luck.

Answer 3

Don't worry about publication right now. Just focus on getting your book written! No legitimate publisher will take a chance on an unfinished book by an unknown author.

Start by deciding who your main characters are. Learn as much about them as you can (there are tons of character worksheets out there, if you google for them). Give them names and backgrounds. Make them well-rounded.

Then I would work on an outline of your story. I don't tend to have very detailed outlines when I begin (I have a one or two page plot synopsis, though), but for many writers they benefit immensely from doing a thorough outline first. It really depends on how your brain works, but give it a shot and see if it helps!

I would recommend reading as many books as possible in genres that you like to write, plus books about the craft of writing. When you are reading fiction books, pay attention to how the authors structure their work.

Here are some of my favorites about writing (your local library should have most of them):
1) "Writing Down The Bones" by Natalie Goldberg
2) "Bird by Bird" by Anne Lamott
3) "On Writing Well" by William Zinsser
4) "How to Write Science Fiction & Fantasy" by Orson Scott Card
5) "On Writing" by Stephen King
6) "No Plot? No Problem!" by Chris Baty
7) "Eats, Shoots, and Leaves" by Lynne Truss
8) "The Elements of Style" by Strunk and White

Also, take a look at a few websites where authors gather. Some of them have very helpful articles and forums. Holly Lisle has a fantastic website that has articles on both the business and writing aspects:
http://hollylisle.com/fm/

Forward Motion is a wonderful, helpful community:
http://www.fmwriters.com/

Absolute Write is one of my favorite author communities, with a vast pool of resources and helpful people:
http://www.absolutewrite.com

Write every single day. Set a target for yourself. For instance, my goal right now is to write 1,000 words a day. I get this done before I go on the internet, read, watch TV, or goof around. To begin, maybe set an easier goal for yourself-- try 250 words each day. Write in a journal as well, if you feel so inclined!

When you get ideas, find a way to record them as well. I have a spiral notebook that I keep just for that purpose. This way, when I want to begin a new project I can read through my notes and find just the right idea!

Also, never forget how important it is to edit and rewrite! When you finish a short story or novel, I suggest setting it aside for a month. Don't look at it or think about it (if you can help it). Work on another project. Once that time has passed, go back and read what you wrote. Try to be objective-- are there parts that need to be expanded? Cut out? Rewritten? How is the grammar and spelling? Editing could (and should) take more time than the original draft!

When you are working on editing, you can also spend some time researching the publishing industry. Keep in mind that you are trying to enter a business world, and you will need to conduct yourself appropriately. Learn as much as you can first to help avoid making amatuer mistakes! The book "Writer's Market" is an excellent place to begin.

Absolutely no legitimate publisher or agent should charge you money up front. If they do, they are either a vanity press or a scam artist.

Here are some websites that can help. Read them thoroughly and research, research, research!
http://www.agentquery.com/
http://www.publishersmarketplace.com
http://www.absolutewrite.com/
http://www.anotherealm.com/prededitors/

And be warned of the people on this list:
http://www.sfwa.org/beware/twentyworst.html

And keep practicing!

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Free - try http://www.lulu.com