So you want to write a book?

So you want to write a book???

I get asked a lot about how I got into writing books. Taking some time here to reflect on this over a few posts. With my 3 book babies in seven languages so far, there’s a lot to say.

I do believe everyone has their own process. For me, I start with the table of contents. I let it stew for about 6 months and come into focus. Then I start mapping it out.

I sit down and make up chapter titles. The end product is always a lot different than this map, but the point is to have a jumping off point. After a week or two of messing with this, I move on (which requires some OK KATE TIME TO MOVE ON) and I start by writing the chapter that excites me the most, or feels the easiest to bang out.

What about you? Where are you starting at?