Earlier this year, I declared that I was going to write a book about how to get the most out of a higher education. I have lots of credible, valid research I can do at my university, with books I already have, and my writing skills. I have many fears: There are already millions of self-help books on the market, and I'm afraid my voice and ideas will just get lost in the ubiquitous glut of these books. I don't know what my tone should be, either. I aim to reach people of all ages who want a higher education, and I want to sound valid and credible without being condescending. Any suggestions on how I should market my book so it will stand out, and the best kind of tone to use?
2007-08-13 10:31:45 · 3 answers · asked by Peaches 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
The place to start is with a mentor. You are in college. Obviously you have a faculty advisor. That would be the first place I would look for advice. Perhaps you should look at this project as a research paper first then expand it. A lot of books begin that way. Talk to your advisor. Ask them who on campus you can turn to for assistance. Most campuses have a writing center where you can go to for writing help. Pax - C
2007-08-13 10:56:50 · answer #1 · answered by Persiphone_Hellecat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your tone should probably be more casual. You can add humor, or you can be strictly informative.
As far as your fears, those should be the least of your worries at this point. Finishing your book, getting an agent, working with editors and publishers, etc. etc will be far more taxing than worrying about your book getting lost in the shuffle.
2007-08-13 18:58:35 · answer #2 · answered by Yogi 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you could start with a serious tone then add a little humor
2007-08-13 17:37:18 · answer #3 · answered by jade-artist 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋