by Douglas Owen | Foundation of Writing
Introduction: Consistency Is the Real Secret Many aspiring authors believe that the hardest part of writing a book is getting started. In reality, the biggest challenge is staying with it. Books aren’t written in single bursts of inspiration—they’re built day by day,...
by Douglas Owen | Foundation of Writing
Introduction: Inspiration Is Not Enough Many aspiring authors begin their writing journey with a spark: a story that won’t let go, a topic they can’t stop thinking about, a personal experience they feel compelled to share. But a compelling idea alone isn’t enough to...
by Douglas Owen | Foundation of Writing
Introduction: The First Creative Fork in the Road One of the earliest—and most important—decisions you’ll make as a writer is whether to write fiction or nonfiction. While some writers arrive at this decision instinctively, others find themselves torn between...
by Douglas Owen | Foundation of Writing
Introduction: The First Step Many Writers Skip Every year, thousands of aspiring authors sit down with the intention to write a book. Some begin with excitement, others with anxiety, and most—with a vague idea and little clarity. As a result, countless manuscripts...
