10 steps to go through before you begin writing.

1. There are no rules for writing a book.

2. Try to avoid irrelevant story lines.

3. Don't introduce the characters all at once.

4. Try not to be wordy.

5. Try not to over use words like: Just, Only, Again, Back and Also.

6. Decide if you are going to write in First Person, writing so the main character is talking to the reader. Second Person, is the you perspective. Third Person, you write as though you are watching what is happening from the side.

7. Enjoy what you do.

8. Be patient

9. Let go of your fear of failure. 

10. Allow your story to end.

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