Want to Write an eBook? Here’s the First Thing You Need to Do
So, you’ve decided you want to write an eBook. That’s great—but before you open your laptop and start typing away, there’s something you absolutely must do first: research.
1. Do Your Research Before You Write
Before you invest time, energy, and money into your eBook, find out if it’s actually going to be profitable. This means:
- Looking at what’s already selling in your niche.
- Checking out what topics people are actively searching for.
- Finding gaps where your book could stand out.
If your eBook isn’t solving a problem, teaching something valuable, or delivering entertainment in a way people want, it’s going to be hard to sell.
2. Think Marketing First, Writing Second
Too many people finish their book and then start thinking about marketing. By then, it’s too late. If you want your book to sell, you need to start talking about it from the moment you decide to write it.
That means:
- Posting updates on your progress.
- Sharing tips or sneak peeks related to your topic.
- Asking your audience questions to get them engaged.
3. Commit to One Book for One Year
You don’t need ten eBooks to make money—you only need one great book that you’re willing to push all year long.
When I say “work on it,” I don’t mean constantly rewriting it. I mean:
- Promoting it on social media consistently.
- Talking about it everywhere—your posts, your videos, your conversations.
- Encouraging people to comment about it and engaging with them in your comment section.
4. The “Problem + Solution” Formula
Your book should either:
- Teach something (how-to guides, step-by-step solutions).
- Solve a problem (answering the exact question people are searching for).
- Offer advice or tips people can put into action right away.
If you can do one of these three things and back it up with real marketing, you’re ahead of the game.
Bottom line:
If you want your eBook to succeed, you don’t just need to write it—you need to treat it like a product from day one. Research first. Market as you go. Stick with one book, and push it hard for a whole year.
That’s how one book can change everything.
