How to Start Writing Your First Non-Fiction Book

Cathy Presland is from the UK. She is former economic advisor to
government around the world. Now Cathy is a speaker, trainer and
writer. She helps people write, publish and market their
non-fiction books. I found her through the How to Publish an
eBook on Kindle - eBook Publishing  Udemy course, which I
took when I was just starting my self-publishing journey. Unlike
many others, who left their jobs because they did not like it,
 Cathy really enjoyed what she was doing. Simply at some
point she decided to look for a different lifestyle. She started
working with entrepreneurs first. Later, she focused on working
specifically with writers.
About writing a book

It is a self-development process and it massively boosts your
self-esteem and confidence. It's always a learning curve.
About the self publishing service providers (such as Book Baby
for example)

Those have both advantages and disadvantages. The main advantage,
especially for the first time writer is that they take away the
burden of formatting, uploading, etc. The biggest disadvantage of
using the service is that you don't have control over the
marketing. The best thing you can do as first time writer is just
get your book out there, see how it goes, learn some lessons and
produce more content.
Struggles newbie writers have (and how to solve them)

1. Most people say that they don't have time to write We
make time for the things that are priority for us. We all
can make time. The issue is not that we don't have time. The
issue is something else... and it usually falls into two things
- you have too many ideas and no structure 
Solution: Structure your writing. Make a plan. Outline. Write
down the chapters and sections. Choose a particular section and
write it up. That way it will be easier - there is
emotional component to writing your own story. It is about
exposing ourselves and feeling vulnerable. Solution:
None except - you will have to write despite it. You have to
write anyway, because you want to. Keep in mind all those
readers, whom you will help with your book and who will
appreciate your book.
Advise to newbie writers

The lot more books you have there are more things that you can
do. Build your portfolio of your books. [spp-tweet "Don't keep
caught up at what people are saying about your book - just keep
creating!"]
Useful links

Cathy Presland's website Cathy Presland on Facebook Cathy
Presland's Udemy Courses


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