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@SuperCuteEspeonqueen
3 жыл бұрын
Would the format be the same if self-publishing on Lulu?
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
This video is for writing your manuscript, not the final version.
@nathanielmcguire3134
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@dekumidoriya7583
Жыл бұрын
@@nathanielmcguire3134 nathanial MAGUIRE.
@user-sz4ny9zy5h
11 ай бұрын
When you do the word count, does it count as everything including the title page, chapter, etc. Or is it just the story you've written?
@not.a.bartender
3 жыл бұрын
This was one of the more informative videos I’ve watched on KZitem. Short and concise, yet presented in such a way to maximize the information given. Well done, and thank you!
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! You may also want to check out this video I just posted sharing time-saving hacks for writers using Google Docs kzitem.info/news/bejne/qXt_xWtujV-coaw
@katiehelms8903
3 жыл бұрын
❤Thank you for making these for us writers
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
No problem Katie!
@KyoGray
3 жыл бұрын
When doing another chapter, do you do the same we did for the first one? E.G. Going 1/3 down the page to center the number and name of the chapter. I also loved it. I'd been planning to write a book for ages. You're explanation was clear and straight to the point. Best tutorial I've seen so far. Thank you!
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
Yes you will.
@PCForDummies
3 жыл бұрын
Ah, you are back!-looking forward to new content every week.
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
💃🏾Thanks for your support!
@controlfreak110
Жыл бұрын
YEARS of my life have been a struggle trying to get the best conveyed version of this information and here it is. Bless you and your work!
@samlatin8933
2 жыл бұрын
started my book titled"Understanding the Bible"in July of 2021 as just a simple document,it started to change 4 months later and then started to get it into a book typa feel
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
That's cool.
@SJ-GodofGnomes21
Жыл бұрын
This was incredible, just what I was looking for! Short and concise. No information dumps that had me scratching my head, like other videos. You did really well braking it down into easily understood parts. Thank you so much xx
@unsungheroes8626
3 жыл бұрын
this is literally the best video on youtube about manuscripting. so easy and straight to the point with no dogshit. thank you.
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣
@ileftthis
3 жыл бұрын
I’m sorry dogsh*t? 😟
@JourneymanCoup
Жыл бұрын
I've had a couple of stories bouncing around in my head & always considered writing them down' just never really pulled the trigger. I recently decided to actually start writing & in doing so was looking to format my book properly. I found your video & it has been extremely helpful for somebody new like myself. I just wanted to say thank you for making this. Again I appreciate this & thank you.
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
And thank you for acknowledging my effort Jason! Much success on your writing journey.
@LauraSanchez-cj1cg
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you bunches!!!! Praise the Lord!!! This is what I have been looking for, not to pay someone to edit or do stuff with my story, but how to turn my e-story into a manuscript so I can finally publish it, thank you, sweet Jesus!!! Thank you 'thelifeofawriter'.
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
No problem! When you’re ready to format your book for Amazon, I have a video for that too.
@sheny1991
Жыл бұрын
I wish I watched this before typing up my manuscript! I hand wrote my book first and then typed it up while editing same time. This video is so well presented and has given me that professional sort of touch I was looking for. Thank you!
@awaywithnina
3 жыл бұрын
Very concise! I had to pause a few times to make sure I was not making an mistakes. But so helpful! Thank you!!
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
Great to hear!
@Ryan-sq1tz
2 жыл бұрын
You are the literal best. No you tuber has ever been this exact with their information. I didn’t have to look back at my device because your instructions were so clear!
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy to hear that.
@yasminaomar1175
2 жыл бұрын
Literally the first video ive watched to solve my issue, along with 6 other issues i needed help with. You ma’am are a lifesaver
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
So happy to hear this!
@cadelott9695
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video, it helped me a lot. I hate computers, did not grow up with them, and consider myself utterly computer illiterate. This step-by-step guide was crazy easy to follow.
@tracyparenteintervention
3 жыл бұрын
This is good stuff. You're the best... I'm hard headed..but your work is detailed, precise, and rewarding. Your ebook is amazing as well!
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!
@harshitdawar1650
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a ton! I am a complete beginner and a master procrastinator. Just by watching this, I got a great kickstart. And from your other videos, The only thing that remains is intense writing. Thank you so much for these great videos.
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
Great to hear!
@PJF62
5 ай бұрын
Finally, someone who knows how to include everything without all of the fanfare. Thank you! Subbed.
@noooname2568
7 ай бұрын
Thank you, this was one of the better KZitem videos on this topic. People don’t want 20 minute long videos just to get them started; the length of this video was perfect. Thank you
@thelifeofawriter
7 ай бұрын
💯
@moviebuff6490
Жыл бұрын
Wow Thank you! This is the easiest video I have found. I just set up Google Docs and now I can FINNALLY write my book!
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
That's awesome!
@TheAnimalguy1996
3 жыл бұрын
Always being informative, thank you 🙏🏽
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
So nice of you.
@undercarver8777
2 жыл бұрын
thank you! My roommate was crying out of frustration, trying to figure out how to do this- I didn't know how so I couldn't help . she NEVER cries. found it so frustrating to figure out. Thank you so much.
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help!
@Thewhiteclaylive
10 ай бұрын
I am also a writer! Thank you for this well done video and your authentic approach. Excellent resource*****
@rossydv
Жыл бұрын
Im not a writer but have a nonfiction book idea that NEEDS to be written. This channel may help me finally get it done!
@CARIBLOVE
2 жыл бұрын
guuurlll. .."you is smart, you is important , you is kind " Thank you for this video !
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣 Best comment! Hands down! 😉
@olabookstv
3 жыл бұрын
It’s a joy to find your channel. Thanks for the information.
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@NikoplayLetsPlay
2 жыл бұрын
God Bless you dear lady for breaking up every single step on the book template! Thank you very much!!!
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@geetachoudhary6197
3 жыл бұрын
I was so much confused on how to start, thank you for the tutorial
@kashaylott3118
3 жыл бұрын
I am a writer as well and writing my first book this video was very much needed thanks
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@neonoires
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, this was so informative.
@hajiimpressions8113
3 жыл бұрын
I can't believe I found your video. I am so amazed it is so clear and straight to the point. I am new to writing, and am beginning with non-fiction before moving into fantasy adventure. Right now I am new to all this, I am embarrassed that I feel so far behind. My question is, once you format it how do you download it, and upload it in the right dimensions in KDP?
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
You can format it using Kindle Create. Here's a tutorial kzitem.info/news/bejne/yn16qo6vn5mdepg
@AuthorMarietouSamba
Жыл бұрын
I’m so glad I found you. Your videos are clear, concise and to the point. Good timing as I have finished my draft. Now looking for an editor, and I might have found 1 ❤
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@cindytucker5139
10 ай бұрын
This is the most helpful video. I just spent 10 minutes looking for this! Thank you.
@castorilaunda5762
7 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing this valuable information. Your voice and pace are excellent, for me having English as my second language you are a great instructor. Thanks again. Cassie for Dallas, TX
@thelifeofawriter
7 ай бұрын
Thanks Cassie!
@patriciadanna7433
3 жыл бұрын
Just found your video. Thanks. You explain this process so well...easy to grasp for an older non-techy writer.
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@DLoriL-vw7xx
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! You have a lovely voice and provide clear step-by-step instructions, thank you!!
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@christopherbradley6320
3 жыл бұрын
Very informative, I decided to learn to write and have forgotten much of what I was taught in Highschool. This is a big help for a first step.
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it!
@ibetruckintv3758
9 ай бұрын
Thank you, this is very helpful for me to transfer from writing on paper to writing on the computer to actually see and reread what’s been written to make necessary changes.
@thelifeofawriter
9 ай бұрын
Wonderful!
@InkHearted448
Жыл бұрын
This was so helpful! Thank you! 🤗
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@SEEKINGHIM333
9 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! This really helps and I cannot wait to become a writer. Also I really love your voice, it's very calming! :)
@thelifeofawriter
9 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@snowset675
8 ай бұрын
As someone who is a fan of both the periodic table and creative writing, I love your shirt!
@thelifeofawriter
8 ай бұрын
🤣 it’s a part of my t-shirt line.
@snowset675
8 ай бұрын
@@thelifeofawriteroh cool!
@yadiragalindo4359
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video It helped me a lot!
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@kenzie7272
4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for creating this video! I'm beyond grateful!
@thelifeofawriter
4 ай бұрын
So happy to hear that.
@unravelwithanne9249
4 ай бұрын
Bravo 👏🏾 no fluff, to the point
@lillycluff8641
3 жыл бұрын
This was really helpful, thank you!
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
You're so welcome!
@nyflow
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the information. I'm trying to put together a poetry book. I'll give it a shot.
@CreativeVoiceLine
14 күн бұрын
I just started. Also a christian book. And this is helpful..
@injeolmi6
2 ай бұрын
I am writing a book for my girlfriend’s birthday! This was very useful. Thank you so much!
@thelifeofawriter
2 ай бұрын
You're very welcome!
@rubenftbl8104
3 жыл бұрын
I don't know how or why. But I am 9 and this has helped me to brainstorm a story (Sci-Fi)
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy!
@rubenftbl8104
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the help!
@amonguslife920
3 жыл бұрын
Me too im 9
@amonguslife920
3 жыл бұрын
I made a fantasy
@amonguslife920
3 жыл бұрын
And mystery
@MrCup-iw8mi
2 жыл бұрын
thank you.Your instructions were very simple to understand.
@spetsnaz610
2 жыл бұрын
I'm just writing stories for my friend to enjoy, but nonetheless, thank you! I really am excited to start writing!
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@DJAVID101
Жыл бұрын
Thank you I've been planing on writing a chapter book for some time now your video was very helpful.
@JasonWickham-k2z
2 ай бұрын
This was extremely helpful to me. Thanks very much. Liked & subscribed! 👍
@thelifeofawriter
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the sub!
@joshallenstache
3 жыл бұрын
So helpful! You got yourself a new sub! 🥳
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for subbing!
@GarethBoot
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks for sharing this, my book was started today because of this.
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
That makes me so happy!
@J_Manu
3 жыл бұрын
I have a dream job of being a author so this helped a lot thank you.
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped.
@lemonteeth69
Жыл бұрын
This has been incredibly helpful! I'm trying to actually write a book, and knowing how to format it is very helpful :)
@oaktreecat7952
2 жыл бұрын
Wow. You're literally the best 😭
@ayjahadair6302
9 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. I come back to it every time😃👍
@thelifeofawriter
9 ай бұрын
Happy to hear that!
@draconian45
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. I love how you get to the point. Very big help.
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@shelleythebeachbum
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely awesome!!! I wasn’t sure if GD was good for writing a book! This video was so helpful!
@jenniferwatson1206
3 жыл бұрын
I so needed this thank you🎉
@rubymay2436
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video - I am writing my first book and this video was incredibly informative and helpful!
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@Ready-ForTheEnd
2 жыл бұрын
@@thelifeofawriter Do you need to do the first steps to write for an amazon book??
@ramborecap
2 жыл бұрын
This video was suuuuuuuper helpful!! Thank you so much for sharing the knowledge!! You are awesome Aaaaaa F!!! :)
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@samuelcollie2050
Жыл бұрын
A very good step by step. I have written my novel in Scrivener but I believe I'll use Google docs to share with beta readers. Thanks.
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
Yea, that will definitely be easier. Did you see my recent video on beta readers?
@samuelcollie2050
Жыл бұрын
@@thelifeofawriter I haven't but I will. I was watching Author Level Up's channel. He talked about Book Funnel to use for Beta Readers. I am so new to everything (my first novel still iin revisions) I didn't even know about it. That looks like a very good platform and a nominal cost.
@LauraSanchez-cj1cg
3 жыл бұрын
This is great!!! Thank you for your step by step, detailed video, it is truly a blessing.
@aprilmpofu-hg7ok
11 ай бұрын
You are a brilliant life saver.Thank you.
@thelifeofawriter
11 ай бұрын
Happy to help!
@miltonwilliams39
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your wonderful content.
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@mrw9513
3 жыл бұрын
Thankyou so so much, this is an absolutely brilliant video and explained very succinctly too. I've just subscribed to your channel immediately whilst watching, i look forward to watching your videos and learning alot more. Thankyou again, I hope you have a lovely rest of the week and weekend ahead. Best wishes and stay safe and well to you and your family
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! I just posted this video where I share some more tips if you're using Google Docs to write your book kzitem.info/news/bejne/qXt_xWtujV-coaw
@mrw9513
3 жыл бұрын
@@thelifeofawriter absolutely brilliant thankyou, I will check that out now. I was considering buying scrivener but thought I would check out if Google docs was worth considering first. And of all the videos I have watched on you tube, yours are by far the best on here. You have done a wonderful job and produced content that is impeccable and hugely informative.
@marvelleschenck4758
3 жыл бұрын
Amazing teaching skills..It was engaging and it fulfilled my need for how to properly use Google Docs for my manuscript. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.. when we learn..we grow 👣
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@pretend_im_not_even_here9336
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! As a new writer, I find this information very useful! 💕
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@scaraceo
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video! You are a life saver.
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@alankarshilpa
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this post. It helped me a lot ...your step by step hand holding guidance
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@mkshaq15
3 жыл бұрын
Loved this! Thank you for taking the time to make this video!
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@rosetenaglia9156
2 жыл бұрын
Informative and easy to follow. TY
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@dlucas527
2 жыл бұрын
I am writing my second book. I found your information very helpful. Thank you.
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome!
@ElLokojah
Жыл бұрын
Incredibly helpful!
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@kk_2753
Жыл бұрын
Really helpful! Saved. I will refer back to this. Thank you, ma'am!
@woodman9083
2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic helpful absolutely 🍀❤️🌿
@veersingh-vh8lq
2 жыл бұрын
very interesting and you explain it in the easiest way. thanks again that will be very helpful for me.
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
No problem.
@paramedicchrisbookseries
6 ай бұрын
Found really helpful, thank you.
@ITS-EVELINA_OFFICAL
Жыл бұрын
I was spending days to find one that would show what to do as I find it hard to learn by just listening! I also love how you show about the copyright at the front page as I didn't know how to do it. Over all it was an amazing tutorial helped me so much I would just like to thank you for all your hard work in this and I will make sure to subscribe and like as this was very helpful! Thank you! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@michelerussell188
3 жыл бұрын
Dang you made that easy, thanks a bunch for your clear instruction and relaxed talking pace! Mylanta some people talk as though they're in a race to the finish line. 😉
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
LOL. What's funny is people usually tell me I talk fast, so I tried to slow the pace down. Thanks for noticing!
@michelerussell188
3 жыл бұрын
@@thelifeofawriter That IS funny. Thank you again. Because of you, today I started on a writing project I've thought about doing for years!🙏
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome Michele. So happy to hear that.
@DanWebster
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much I am well on my way to making my cookbook now. PawPaw subbed
@Speaking1111
Жыл бұрын
You’re amazing this video was SO HELPFUL!!!
@noraelnahrawi3303
2 жыл бұрын
You're incredible. This is super helpful. Thank you so much!
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
So glad!
@KingAmaniImani
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you👑 this was very helpful. I appreciate you for providing this.
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome.
@saratanartist
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! This was incredibly helpful for me as a beginner. I'm going to watch your other videos. Subbed!
@thelifeofawriter
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@josec4177
6 ай бұрын
I love it, Thank you.. 💪
@thelifeofawriter
6 ай бұрын
Glad you like it!
@aprilrosedimaano6162
3 жыл бұрын
i liked it, this is very helpful! thank you so much author 😘
@Rick_Relgia
3 жыл бұрын
Huh, this was actually a bit comforting, as an author who has used google docs to publish something I thought I was doing something wrong. >_
@tashamoff-walk8782
Жыл бұрын
Thanks this has helped me out a great deal.
@ariananapper9632
3 жыл бұрын
Very informative and helpful!
@thegoldenfarmhouse4553
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. This was very helpful. Do you have a video on how to re format this for self publishing? I plan to do paperback and kindle versions on Amazon kpd.
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
I sure do 👉🏾 kzitem.info/news/bejne/yn16qo6vn5mdepg
@thatwiseolddude
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your great tips. So easy to follow.
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@TeacherInspirationStation
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. Why can’t you tab to create an indent?
@creativehonesti
Жыл бұрын
Easy to follow. Much better than paying $150 that I don't have. Created this within 5 minutes. I hope this is good formatting for kindle ebooks though...
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
This video is for formatting your manuscript. Use this video to format your Kindle e-book 👉🏾 Kindle Create Tutorial [2023] kzitem.info/news/bejne/yn16qo6vn5mdepg
@creativehonesti
Жыл бұрын
@@thelifeofawriter Ty! Question: Should I have a manuscript fully done before formatting for the kindle e-book? I must admit, this manuscript format has already made it easier to get my ideas out from the outline to writing the actual book.
@creativehonesti
Жыл бұрын
@@thelifeofawriter Another question: After the page break, would I place the next chapter title in the center of the page as well, as we did for the first chapter? Already have the intro out of the way now and I'm going to finish writing the book before Wednesday (really Monday is my goal). Ty in advance! 💛
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
Yes, your manuscript should be the final draft and edited before formatting for Kindle.
@creativehonesti
Жыл бұрын
@@thelifeofawriter ty so much! I finished the manuscript. Going to work on the ebook manuscript. This saved me so much $$$$.
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