If writing a book is a dream of yours, but you can't start because you doubt yourself or because things are holding you back, here we have listed 5 myths that stop authors from writing their book and how they can overcome it.
Myth 1 – I'm no expert
This is one of the most common myths. But the truth is, most people don't really care what your references are. You don't have to be an expert to write a book. You just need to solve an urgent problem for a specific group of people. What's more important is how you deliver the information. You just have to be a curator of good information. Take the best advice on your specific topic and add your personal experiences. Your ability to provide real value to your readers is more important than being an expert.
Myth 2 – I'm not a good writer
If Dutch wasn't your best subject in school, don't worry about it. In fact, forget what you've learned about writing. A book is not about a collection of facts and data. That would be very boring and you would put your readers to sleep. The best books out there are conversational. It feels like your reader is just having a conversation with you. You don't have to be a great writer to become a bestselling author. Think of yourself as a storyteller rather than a writer. Not only will this simple process give you all the content you need for your book, it will also make your writing more appealing to read.
Myth 3 – I don't have enough time
We all get the same 24 hours a day. How you spend it is what makes the difference. Most aspiring authors who say they don't have time to write simply mean their book isn't prioritized enough. If you really look at your schedule, you will find a few hours here and there to sit and put words on paper. If you write for at least 30 minutes a day, you will have your book draft ready within a month. Remember that writing is like a muscle. The more you do it, the better you get at it.
Myth 4 – I don't know if people will like it
Here's the reality of your situation:You can't please everyone. That statement applies not only to your book, but to all areas of your life. You want your book to appeal only to your ideal target audience. Imagine you are writing for one specific person – your perfect client. And if your message resonates with them, that's all that matters.
Myth 5 – I have to make this perfect
Don't let your perfectionism hold you back. This is by far one of the worst mindsets that keeps so many aspiring authors from even getting started. Remember that having it done is better than perfect. You can always improve things. Experience is always the best teacher. You learn from writing and publishing a book by actually doing it, rather than just thinking about it and talking about it. You do the best you can with the time you have.
