How to Work-from-home as a Writer

Writing is a great way to make money online. If you have a great story to tell, you should write it and turn it into a great money making tool. These steps will enable you to work from home as a writer

Instructions

1. Before you write your book, research the topic and find out if there is market for it. You will waste a lot of time and money if you write a book about a topic that does not sell. If a topic is popular, buy some books and compare the content with what you have in mind. This will enable you to get some ideas on how you can stand out from the crowd.

2. You need to know learn how books are published. You have the option of using a publisher who purchases the rights to your books and pays you an advance or you can self publish. If you are going to use a publisher, you need a book proposal so that the publisher can have an idea about the book. There are online websites that offer people the ability to publish books and eBooks. Lulu.com for example, enables writers to publish books and eBooks. EBooks are an inexpensive way of making money online because no printing is involved.

3. Start writing your book. You do not have to write your book at one sitting. You can begin with one page or one chapter. This will enable you to gain motivation and before you know it, your book will be complete.

Tips & Warnings

• There are online resources for writers. They include: writersmarket.com, wellfedwriters.com, fundforwriters.com, writerfund.com, worldwidefreelance.com, freelancewritinggigs.com