I am currently writing a book. The book will include realistic locations, address, schools, monuments, buildings, etc. But the fast food places, and other private institutions will not be included. But for the public places, will i need a special documentation from the city to write the story that the setting will take place at a public area?

I want to start writing a book , and I dont know how. What are the steps on how to start writting my own book. 05/11/07

i am young (20) but like writing. i am working on a book about events in my life. is it poosible for me to find a literary agent to represent my book? can i get this published? it is a book of short stories... does that make a difference? because i've read around and it says to do a table of contents and an overview but mine is more similar to david sedaris, kind of.

I really wanna start writing books. I've been taking an English creative writing class but it's not teaching me much. Can anyone give me some good advice on how to start writing a book. Bonus question: when to use ; --- and ~ in a book or story?

My friends and I decided to have a book writing contest and I was wondering what are some good ideas for writing a book ? I really want it to be a romantic/drama because none of my friends has written anything like that before but any ideas will be appreciated . Thanks !! And please make it original not something copied .

I am currently trying to write a book and have a range of characters. I am currently trying to write a profile for a 52 year old and wonder if anyone can give me some tips on how to write a character of that age or even just what to remember when writing about a character that is older than myself. I already understand that maturity is a factor of course.

I am writing my book in present tense (like the Hunger Games) and its being easier for me this way. I just want to know if you would be interested in a book written in this tense. Thank you.

I am looking for helpful book writing software. What would you recommend?

I'm interested if there are any applications specially designed for authors. I mean an application that will help you organize and edit your writings easily. Simply an application for writing book.

I'm looking for assistance writing a non-fiction book. I am looking for something like Dramatica Pro 4. I'd like help writing a non-fiction book.

Is it microsoft word or publisher or something else. I am thinking about writing an book on wireless communications for electrical engineers but need help in choosing the right software.

Can you please explain everything in detail from writing the book to publishing, to having money come in the mail?

I am in the process of writing my first ever childrens book. I am looking for book writing software. Do you know of a free download?

I tried using Microsoft Word until I found out the version I had was just a trial ha ha. I really want to publish a book, I have some things written out on paper, but I found that it is more convenient to type it out. I wonder what best-selling authors use. I don't know much about typing my story on my PC because up until now, I've been writing, so any advice is good advice. Thanks again!

I like to write books but i would like to start writing them in a real software. What do you use?

I am preparing to make a website, but I can't think of a name! It is about writing books, book discussion, and basically all about books. It has to be unique, please. Thanks!

I'm actually looking for the software that they talked about on the Opera Winfrey show. It was a kind of "fill in the blank" type of book writing / publishing software. And it was free !

I would like some information on how one goes about getting a book written and published. More specifically, I would like to know the workflow involved. Whether you need to work within a set guideline set by the publisher or would I be allowed to write my book any way I wish. The type of book will not be a novel in a sense that there will be characters and a storyline. It's a book containing an outlook on life, authors thoughts and opinions.

Let's say you have an idea for a book, title and even how you want your book cover to look but you have never written a book. What steps would you take in getting your book written and published? Would you just do it or would you use software? Any other suggestions?Let's say you want to include stories from the public,how would you go about doing that? Thanks for your help.

I want to write a book. Which is easier?