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The Nonfiction Book Proposal Demystified: An Easy-Schmeasy Guide to Writing a Business Plan for Your Book Kindle Edition

by Nina Amir (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Your nonfiction book proposal convinces agents and publishers that your idea is marketable and that you will make a good business partner for your book. It’s a business plan you’ll need if you want to convince publishing professionals your book will sell and you can help it do so. If business and business plans are not your forté, and you’ve read all the full-length books on how to write a book proposal—or you don’t have time to read them—but still don’t know where to start, this ebook provides you with a quick, easy-schmeasy guide to writing your plan.

Each section of a nonfiction book proposal is briefly described so you understand what content to include and how to write it effectively. In just a page or two, you will discover all the information necessary to research and compose the material for each of the 12 primary sections in a nonfiction book proposal. Plus, you’ll receive tips on how to write a proposal that stands out above all the other submissions, how to get your query or proposal accepted, how to write a query letter, what to do when a publisher wants to see your proposal, and more—all from the experience of a bestselling author, developmental editor, proposal consultant, and nonfiction expert who has numerous agent and acquisitions editor contacts.

The information in this ebook can also be used as a template for a fiction proposal, since today more and more fiction publishers require proposals quite similar to nonfiction proposals, or as a simple business plan for making a self-published book a success.
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"Most writers are intimidated by book proposals. I try to encourage my clients by explaining that the proposal really isn't that hard to write. You just have to address persuasively the concerns of the agent and the publisher. Nina Amir's The Non-Fiction Book Proposal Demystified does just that. It's simple, clear, and accurate."
Andy Ross, Literary Agent

"This quick and easy guide is a must-have for every author. Whether you write fiction or non fiction it helps you figure out what really matters in making your book the best it can be."
Betty Kelly Sargent, BookWorks.com, TheEducatedAuthor.com

"The non-fiction book proposal is part-blueprint, part-interview, part-closing statement at a trial. For anyone mystified by the making-the-argument part, Nina Amir's new ebook helps you make each component cogent and commercial. For writers flummoxed by the process of proposing their books, this easy-schmeasy guide shows you exactly what you need to do to create a proposal that gets results, and, ideally, leads to a book deal. Here Nina shows you what industry pros are looking for in these few pages that tell us, 'This is the book I want to publish.'"
Katharine Sands, Literary Agent and Author of Making the Perfect Pitch: How to Catch a Literary Agent's Eye

About the Author

Nina Amir, bestselling author of How to Blog a Book and The Author Training Manual, transforms writers into inspired, successful authors, authorpreneurs and blogpreneurs. Known as the Inspiration to Creation Coach, she moves her clients from ideas to finished books as well as to careers as authors by helping them combine their passion and purpose so they create products that positively and meaningfully impact the world. A sought-after author, book, blog-to-book, and results coach, some of Nina's clients have sold 300,000+ copies of their books, landed deals with major publishing houses and created thriving businesses around their books. She writes four blogs, self-published 12 books and founded National Nonfiction Writing Month, aka the Write Nonfiction in November Challenge.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pure Spirit Creations (July 8, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 8, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
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Nina Amir is known as the Inspiration to Creation Coach because she helps her clients combine their passion and purpose so they Achieve More Inspired Results. It’s Nina’s mission to help people step into the best version of themselves, fulfill their purpose, and achieve their potential as they create fully lived lives.

Nina is a hybrid author who has self-published 18 books and had as many as 12 books on Amazon Top 100 lists and six on the same bestseller list (Authorship) at the same time. Her traditionally published books include How to Blog a Book, The Author Training Manual and Creative Visualization for Writers. She is currently working on a book about “authoring change.”

Nina is one of 800 elite Certified High Performance Coaches working around the world. In this capacity, she strives to help people get from where they are to where they want to be in life faster than they thought possible and without anything getting in the way.

As an Author Coach, Nina supports writers on the journey to successful authorship. Some of her clients have sold 300,000+ copies of their books, landed deals with major publishing houses, and created thriving businesses around their books. She is the creator of a proprietary Author Training curriculum for writers and other coaches.

She is an international speaker and award-winning journalist and blogger as well as the founder of National Nonfiction Writing Month, the Nonfiction Writers’ University. and the Inspired Creator Community.

For more information, visit www.ninaamir.com.

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Nichole B.
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read before you submit that proposal
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2014
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I bought this book because I'm in the process of writing my first non-fiction proposal. It was a godsend! The book is a quick, easy read, packed with the information you need to know to write a successful proposal. She walks you through each section you need to write in clear, easy to understand language. By far my favorite part was the Mission Statement, which I chose to include at the beginning of my introduction. No other non-fiction proposal writing book I've read has included that. After the step-by-step instructions, she includes tips on how to make your proposal stand out (hint: none of them are gimmicky). I really enjoyed this book and I think other aspiring non-fiction writers will as well.

I recommend reading this book in tandem with The Foreword Literary Guide to BOOK MARKETING PROPOSALS for Fiction and Non-fiction.
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Molli A. Nickell
2.0 out of 5 stars Spend your $$$ on the real deal, Michael Larsen's proposal writing book.
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2015
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The information in this book seemed to be an abbreviated rehash of Michael Larsen's "How to Write a Book Proposal." Totally missing was vital information to formatting changes as required for email submission. For example: the difference between reading a book proposal on a computer screen and reading it on a smart phone is like the difference between apples and Orangatans. Not in the same ballpark (or jungle). I will continue to send my writing clients to Michael Larsen as the go-to guy for non-fiction.
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James D Janice
5.0 out of 5 stars Injustice In Florida
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2015
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I find myself waiting for justice. It is going on four years, now, for my direct appeal to run its course. It seems injustice has found a home in Florida's county courts. In my case, there was no crime. A lawyer, and disgraced former deputy sheriff (porn phreak), had the audacity to falsely accuse me of cyberstalking him. Also, a junior prosecutor and 20-year veteran public defender (tweedle dum and tweedle dee) helped him secure my wrongful conviction. I am also writing my book, "Unleashing the Unimaginable," about how lawyers are taking control of Florida's courts. I am writing as I am waiting.
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David M. Dye
4.0 out of 5 stars An affordable, helpful place to start.
Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2014
Nina Amir's Nonfiction Book Proposal Demystified is an excellent overview and introduction for anyone looking at writing a nonfiction book. Whether you plan on self-publishing or working with an agent, this book will help you get organized and create a business plan for your book. (And if you're a new author...that's an important point. A book proposal is not a description of the book. It's a business plan for the book.)

This guide is easy to read, the sections are clear, there are links to additional supporting material if you want to read more. The only thing for me keeping it from a full five-star rating is that it doesn't include a sample proposal for me to follow along with as I read the guide. However, at a starter-price point, this is a reasonable omission and Amir does provide other resources that include such examples.

If you're getting started writing a nonfiction book, this is an affordable, helpful place to start.

Happy Reading (and writing!)

David Dye, Author of  The Seven Things Your Team Needs to Hear You Say
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Terry
3.0 out of 5 stars NOT BAD
Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2015
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THE NON-FICTION BOOK PROPOSAL IN GENERAL IS A HORRIBLE PROCESS AND REALLY ONLY SUITED FOR MARKETERS SELLING MARKETING BOOKS TO OTHER MARKETERS. THAT BEING SAID, THIS BOOK ISN'T AS BAD AS IT COULD BE--PROBABLY PRETTY GOOD IF YOU'RE WRITING A BOOK ABOUT MARKETING (WHICH IS AS CLOSE AS WRITING A BOOK ABOUT NOTHING AS HUMANLY POSSIBLE)
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Amazon Customer t. lombard
5.0 out of 5 stars Love Easy Schmeasy
Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2015
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For a new person getting started late in pursuing a writing career, this book is easy to follow. Nina makes it easy to understand. I trust her and she really cares about helping others becoming successful.

Tamara
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L. Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars I suggest this to all my fellow authors. It ...
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2015
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I suggest this to all my fellow authors. It helps you gain a focus and clarity for your overall writing project, as well as can double (with a few additions) as a business plan fro your book.
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SueBE
5.0 out of 5 stars A great book to nudge you into writing that proposal.
Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2015
If you want to make a living as a writer, you need to be familiar with Nina Amir’s work. A few weeks ago, I reviewed her book Authorpreneur. Today, I’m reviewing The Nonfiction Book Proposal Demystified. This review is part of the Muffin blog tour for this most useful book. At the end of this post, I’ll even tell you how you can win a copy of the book.

I have to admit that I’m amazed by the number of writers who have never written a proposal. Many of them, in fact, refuse to learn how.

I get it. A proposal is a huge amount of work. Amir gets this too, and that’s why she opens The Nonfiction Book Proposal Demystified by acknowledging this fact. Then she tells you why you need to know how to create this business plan.

That, after all, is what a proposal is. It is a business plan that you use to convince an editor or agent that you are a top-notch business partner. You know what you’re doing, you’re willing to do the work and you are the kind of writer who can and will succeed. By creating a proposal you show your would-be agent or editor that not only is there a market for your book, but that you know what this market is and are well aware of any competition.

Self-publishing so you think you don’t need to know how this works? Think again. Create a proposal and you will have identified the market for your work.

After explaining why you need to know how to create a proposal, Amir talks about how proposals have changed in recent years. She then goes on to identify and explain each section including: Overview, Markets, Spin-Offs, Promotion, Competing Books, Complimentary Books, About the Author, Mission Statement, Author Platform, Chapter list, Chapter summaries and writing sample.

I know, I know. Quit panicking. It’s a huge amount of work but it is totally worthwhile when it lands you that contract. And each part really is essential. Some sell your idea (Overview, Chapters, Sample). Some show that there is a market (Markets, Competing Books, Complimentary Books). And some sell you, the author (Spin Offs, Platform, Mission Statement and Promotion).

All three areas are essential. You aren’t going to sell without a solid idea. Even a solid idea needs a viable market. And you have to be just the right writer to take it on.

Personally, I really liked the sections on Spin-off, Complimentary Books and Mission Statement. I’d never considered needing this specific information but I can easily see why it is necessary. You, the author, will be more appealing if you have ideas you can spin-off the original. Complimentary books aren’t direct competition but help show reader interest in the topic. And the Mission Statement? It sells not only the author but the usefulness of the book.

The beauty of this book is that Amir anticipates authors and their issues. I can hear it now.

Worried Author: Even if I do the research, how do I put it all together? How should the proposal look?

Amir: Not to worry. Here are links to templates you can use.

Worried Author: But wait! I don’t have a query letter. I don’t even know what goes into one…

Amir: Gotcha covered. Here’s how to write it.

I would definitely recommend this book to the author who needs that final nudge to market their idea and find just the right publisher or agent.
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