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How to Write a Book Layout

Writing a book is one of the most difficult things a person can do. It takes time, discipline, patience and knowledge. One important task a prospective author must undergo is creating a layout. The book layout is essentially the structure of the book, consisting of items such as the foreword, table of contents, introduction and the body of the text.

Things You'll Need

  • General idea of the book's theme
  • Three-ring binder
  • Book layout PDF (See Resources)
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Instructions

    • 1

      Download the PDF file provided in References, and print the file.

    • 2

      Starting from the beginning, fill out the sections of the book layout. Instructions for filling out each form are provided on the sheet itself.

    • 3

      Attach all of the necessary sections to a three-ring binder.

    • 4

      When you have finished writing the book, organize it in the binder and submit it to the publisher. Alternatively, if you are self-publishing, you can take the binder and its contents to a printer.

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