10 ideas for a successful non-fiction book<\/h1>\n
Some of the best book ideas are very simple. Starting with a proven format will make the writing process much less overwhelming.<\/p>\n
Let’s take a look at the 10 most successful non-fiction book ideas to get you inspired:<\/p>\n<\/div>
1. The memoir or biography<\/h3>\n
Record your own story or that of a family member and share the lessons learned.<\/p>\n
2. The ‘how-to’ book<\/h3>\n
Help readers achieve something that you are good at, by providing step-by-step guidance and examples.<\/p>\n
3. The mistakes book<\/h3>\n
Help readers to avoid commonly made mistakes by giving examples and solutions.<\/p>\n
4. The book of interviews<\/h3>\n
Interview thought leaders about a topic you want to learn about or want to be seen as a though leader.<\/p>\n
5. The question and answer book<\/h3>\n
Record the frequently asked questions and answers about a popular topic.<\/p>\n
6. The __ ways to do something book<\/h3>\n
List the many different approaches to a certain topic, so that you will be seen as the expert on this subject.<\/p>\n
7. The how to hire someone book<\/h3>\n
Most people have no experience hiring, for example a nanny or a contractor. Why should they reinvent the wheel? Write a guide about something that you have done many times and that will give them guidance.<\/p>\n
8. The joke or quotation book<\/h3>\n
Collect all jokes or quotes about a certain profession and your target group for sales of this book is clearly defined…<\/p>\n
9. The collection of stories<\/h3>\n
Aks others to contribute their best stories around a certain theme and select the best for your book.<\/p>\n
10. The collection of your previous stories<\/h3>\n
Do you have a blog, do you write columns? How about bundling the best ones around a certain subject in a book?<\/p>\n
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