How to Become A Better Writer: Top Tips for Writing a Book This Year

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  • @hobimin3091
    @hobimin3091 5 років тому +121

    My biggest source of ideas are my dreams. When i wake up i immediately write down everything that i dreamed of. I think it also clarifies what I feel in the subconscious mind and helps me to be more self-aware. I'll use these resources in my stories.

    • @luna_writes
      @luna_writes 5 років тому +2

      That's a cool idea!

    • @TinTin-us3jd
      @TinTin-us3jd 4 роки тому +3

      This is what make me want to write to i have a different stories in my dreams that make me want to write but i just dont know how to start

    • @Zzaheer
      @Zzaheer 4 роки тому +4

      Me too and here I thought I was weird

    • @mayanktushamar3911
      @mayanktushamar3911 3 роки тому

      I do get so many dreams and I don't know to write them in words

    • @hobimin3091
      @hobimin3091 3 роки тому

      @@mayanktushamar3911
      Practice makes improvement. I had the same problem but the more I did it, the better I got at it.

  • @amiraagadir8972
    @amiraagadir8972 5 років тому +211

    1. Write what you want to read
    2.write with intention and with purpose
    3. Write as much as you
    4 read as much you can
    5. Use a strong language
    6. Show don't tell

  • @90shorrortv7
    @90shorrortv7 4 роки тому +119

    Guys reading everything and anything that u could is extremely important to be a great writer!

    • @Ellie-S
      @Ellie-S 4 роки тому +4

      Yess! I agree, fellow army writer!

    • @prinshiahirwar5698
      @prinshiahirwar5698 4 роки тому +4

      I bet you're an ff reader and author because I AM. 😂😂😂

    • @90shorrortv7
      @90shorrortv7 4 роки тому +3

      @@prinshiahirwar5698 Yes, I'm. I read mostly bts fanfics :)

    • @neharshganjeer3830
      @neharshganjeer3830 3 роки тому

      Suggest me one psychology book.. I want to read it

  • @cristianerives5138
    @cristianerives5138 4 роки тому +17

    Being raised in a home that didn’t value reading, writing, emotional expression, and education all together, I’ve suppressed and furthermore lacked developing skills for writing. Now that I’m older I desperately want to dive deep into my mind and create something meaningful without hitting barriers. I really appreciate this video and watching it has allowed me to commit to my desire to elevate my writing.
    Thanks,
    Cristian

  • @andymatteomusic
    @andymatteomusic 4 роки тому +17

    I don’t have a college education. I’m thinking of going back to school to study writing but I’m a self taught musician so I’m also thinking about being a self taught writer, if I could become good enough to do it. There might be as much professional information online as there is in school these days. So I’m weighing options. I like this video.

  • @elvisdejesus1577
    @elvisdejesus1577 5 років тому +62

    My writing skills suck but my idea and visual I'm putting into my story I've had people tell me they felt the vibe so far.

    • @mehakfatima9145
      @mehakfatima9145 5 років тому +6

      For best writing skills in 2020 must seek guidance from this one
      ua-cam.com/video/2QoVJpzhI7A/v-deo.html

    • @RLocke142
      @RLocke142 4 роки тому +2

      @Cole Ritter Same here as well

  • @little_swan07
    @little_swan07 4 роки тому +3

    I get so many ideas and people are always so excited when i tell them about a new story i’m going to write.
    The problem is that i’m really bad with explaining and choosing the right words.
    It’s also hard to make the story long enough to call it a book (around 500 pages)

  • @MadisonDawn800
    @MadisonDawn800 4 роки тому +5

    I'm 14 and I love the idea of writing a book. Idk if I'd make a good one but I hope so. I've already planned out two books but I am focusing on one so I don't get distracted.
    This video really helped so thx.

    • @sunsetspice4143
      @sunsetspice4143 3 роки тому

      If you love the idea of writing a book! Just do it :D cuz the worst thing you can do is not write!

  • @selfpublishingTV
    @selfpublishingTV  5 років тому +52

    What's the best writing tip you've ever received and how did it help you? If you want to learn how to write a great book (and the tips that can transform your book), check it out here: self-publishingschool.com/FictionClass

    • @ChandlerBoltOfficial
      @ChandlerBoltOfficial 5 років тому +4

      Great video, Bella!

    • @scrambledeggs5323
      @scrambledeggs5323 5 років тому +4

      show, not tell. it cleared up a lot.

    • @obrean8795
      @obrean8795 4 роки тому +3

      " you cannot edit a blank page." HAHAHAHA

    • @aradvi2143
      @aradvi2143 4 роки тому +2

      This is glorious, I been tryin to find out about "get paid to write about anything" for a while now, and I think this has helped. You ever tried - Fiyyan Freelance Fraternity - (do a google search ) ? Ive heard some incredible things about it and my cousin got excellent results with it.

    • @silday9879
      @silday9879 4 роки тому +1

      Enjoy the writing, always!!!!

  • @Writing4Jesus247
    @Writing4Jesus247 4 роки тому +4

    I actually love getting critique on my stuff! :D My friends, family, and beta readers are really honest but super sweet! It feels so reassuring to be able to fix the flaws, to see if I'm going in the right direction. And me being able to critique others' work is like a dream come true!

  • @twilxght9978
    @twilxght9978 5 років тому +33

    She is so intelligent, insightful, and inspirational! ❤️

  • @mistionx9496
    @mistionx9496 4 роки тому +32

    I don’t know about you guys, but I’m currently dying of anger cause I can’t write a decent story on Wattpad

  • @prdiludi4432
    @prdiludi4432 4 роки тому +2

    Infp here. Hate reading, borderline dyslexic and yet im very passionate to communicate some ideas, feelings and scenes i have in my head thru writing. It just gives me enough time to shape my thoughts and put everything in right place. Fml

  • @sinner.9159
    @sinner.9159 5 років тому +15

    I've been trying to write a story for 5 years now but I don't write everyday, I just wright stories when I'm in the mood to write but the problem is- I'm toooo lazy to finish a story! Aside from that I'm actually struggling in writing It's soooo damn hard (I like reading Wattpad so it inspired me to write my own) and BTW I'm still young so yeah it's ok, thinking most of the time for a new story whenever I'm bored helps me improved my writing skills so now it's very easy to me to write an essay in school while my classmates are all struggling especially in our English subject HAHAHAHA

    • @dukedixon3192
      @dukedixon3192 5 років тому +4

      Write one page a day. At the end of the year you will have 356 pages. This viewpoint makes it much simpler huh? Two pages a day and you have cut your time in half.

    • @lolaanfer88
      @lolaanfer88 3 роки тому

      @@dukedixon3192 wow thanks dude!

  • @ladybird491
    @ladybird491 5 років тому +7

    Try to know only a small percentage, of what you want to write about, and you are really training yourself to be a great writer. Most of my work come just from imagination, or with a dash here or there, from truth. I prefer to never to write about something, I already know clearly about. I am a published and awarded writer, and have completed two mentorships in poetry, and several other writing classes.

  • @pancake1655
    @pancake1655 5 років тому +10

    I'm gonna start to finish a book. I've already written 10 or more books but none of it had reach its climax or ending. This time, I'm serious about finishing a book.

    • @ChandlerBoltOfficial
      @ChandlerBoltOfficial 4 роки тому +1

      This is the perfect channel to be following then. A lot of great content to help with writing!

    • @pancake1655
      @pancake1655 4 роки тому

      @@ChandlerBoltOfficial Yes thank you!

    • @ChandlerBoltOfficial
      @ChandlerBoltOfficial 4 роки тому

      @@pancake1655 let us know how else we can help!

  • @samsan9619
    @samsan9619 4 роки тому +6

    This was the most helpful writing advice I've ever heard.

  • @shubhamjeetkumar348
    @shubhamjeetkumar348 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you, Bella Rose for this helpful video! The tips will help the aspiring writers! I am impressed by the use of quotes to convey your message! Appreciate your efforts greatly!

  • @thesoftgirl5591
    @thesoftgirl5591 5 років тому +5

    Thank you for the tips! They are useful! 🌺

  • @cazabelleco.3422
    @cazabelleco.3422 5 років тому +15

    I would love to get a list of the powerful words to use that you mentioned in your video. Thanks

    • @selfpublishingTV
      @selfpublishingTV  5 років тому +3

      hey Alisson! Are you referring to the strong verbs? We've got a downloadable here: self-publishingschool.com/strong-verbs-list/

  • @deep0009
    @deep0009 5 років тому +3

    Thanks for the good content! Like your self confidence! Thanks again for inspiring me to become a writer!

  • @playboyroninspartanronen3025
    @playboyroninspartanronen3025 5 років тому +7

    I never was able to read a Steve king novel. The only books I finished read was Executioner Mack Boland

  • @bme7995
    @bme7995 4 роки тому +1

    My strong lack of motivation/ apathy in life just brings me down a lot, I really do try to be motivated and people even try motivating me using many methods but it doesn’t work, I just feel numb. And writing is amazing for me, it lets me get out of my imagination and dreams/nightmares I have. But then the small motivation I get washes away instantly the next day.
    Please give me tips on how to write better words, instead of simple words like “Said” “Gazed”, etc.The more advanced words it is, I feel like it will help a lot and not sound so basic.
    The most important for me is getting tips on communication skills in writing, and any other tips to help with using better words. I’m good in grammar though.

  • @Onyinyechukwu_B
    @Onyinyechukwu_B 4 роки тому +1

    This feel like the most helpful piece. Thank you very much

  • @Roro-zh3yq
    @Roro-zh3yq 3 роки тому +1

    iam 11 years old i started to write books and i will be posting them soon!!

  • @coletteburdin21
    @coletteburdin21 4 роки тому +1

    This is very helpful thank you so much

  • @fredaheunes8659
    @fredaheunes8659 3 роки тому

    Great advice...thank you..
    My first book has just been Edited....need advice regarding publishing

  • @obrean8795
    @obrean8795 4 роки тому +2

    This is sooo helpful! ❤❤❤

  • @lemoncat2556
    @lemoncat2556 4 роки тому +3

    I am making my own book about Undertale, and I change the personality of Characters and add other monsters me and my brother created but I felt like NO ONE in the Undertale community would buy or read this book, I've seen different stories online about Undertale and since I am still pretty Young I was thinking to make a book that a younger audience would Understand, I am pretty proud of it but when I talk about it to my friends they would say that Undertale is a broken community and no one would care about this book :(

  • @ujjwallikhar1365
    @ujjwallikhar1365 5 років тому +3

    Where can I get the verb list from?

  • @cherainsalandy1226
    @cherainsalandy1226 5 років тому +2

    Thanks for the writing tips

  • @angryapple1882
    @angryapple1882 4 роки тому +4

    When you say write everyday do you mean to use pencil and paper or can I use Microsoft Word, what do you perfer?

    • @selfpublishingTV
      @selfpublishingTV  4 роки тому +3

      Write however you want! The point is to just write. I use a laptop, but whichever method is most productive for you is best!

  • @denisd970
    @denisd970 5 років тому +2

    Do you have any tips how to write for web?

  • @miramikulka6230
    @miramikulka6230 5 років тому +5

    I just watched a how to Ollie on a skateboard video and this is literally the same just replacing the skateboard with writing

  • @r.i.p.4485
    @r.i.p.4485 4 роки тому +1

    Says write every single day.
    ME: *pokes laptop* "come on, come oonnn, Write."

  • @salt_provider4824
    @salt_provider4824 5 років тому +3

    I'm pumped thank you

  • @hadialabdulbaqi60
    @hadialabdulbaqi60 5 років тому +2

    hi press the link for strong verbs and i sign up but i did not receive email from you

  • @angryapple1882
    @angryapple1882 4 роки тому +1

    Any suggestions on how to pick up on your comprehension reading? The reason I ask is because I had taken the Pellet B test to join the police academy and thats where failed. I’m looking for test books or online testing?
    Thanks

  • @davidwolbeck7650
    @davidwolbeck7650 3 роки тому

    Pretty extraordinary video, I loved it!

  • @999Patriots
    @999Patriots 5 років тому +1

    "Keep writing, even if it feels like you are shoveling shit uphill with a typewriter."-- some guy who lives up in Maine. "First drafts are always shit."-- an old man who lived by the sea

  • @elathiaskade7311
    @elathiaskade7311 5 років тому +6

    Reading is passive, writing is active. Yeah, you need to read to understand vocab and style, but a lotta people use it for procrastination.
    Also, I don't take King's advice seriously in the same way I don't listen to linebackers talking about post-game analysis (for all you sportsball boomers out there). Successful, yeah, but his perspective lends itself to the creative process, not the coaching process.
    Consider: Stephen King also doesn't believe in taking notes for writing. Tolkien couldn't have made the Elven language absent notes.

  • @usedtobemcytstan
    @usedtobemcytstan 3 роки тому +1

    I'm not even writing as a hobby,all I want is to make fanfics in wattpad

  • @justinmcmullen465
    @justinmcmullen465 5 років тому +3

    Thank you for this.

  • @Kalico357
    @Kalico357 3 роки тому

    The only link that doesn't work is the one to download the "LIST"... Trick to get us to the site?

    • @selfpublishingTV
      @selfpublishingTV  3 роки тому

      The link to download the list is literally in that giant yellow banner that is near impossible to miss :) But we've updated the description with a link to the direct page for you to grab easier!

  • @richienguyen3581
    @richienguyen3581 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you

  • @lakeshagadson357
    @lakeshagadson357 3 роки тому

    i think you give great tips.

  • @offgun_nepal7191
    @offgun_nepal7191 3 роки тому

    I just started writing some fans fics and I wanted to get this better

  • @stanislavvranic1745
    @stanislavvranic1745 4 роки тому

    If I am writing for example about Wordpress, it's free platform for websites, do I need rights for writing it?

  • @navirosas5968
    @navirosas5968 5 років тому +1

    Thank you 🙏

  • @Stranger_strange1245
    @Stranger_strange1245 4 роки тому +1

    I'm trying to write a book
    Wish me luck 😊

  • @KiritsujuEmiya
    @KiritsujuEmiya 5 років тому +3

    I don't like to read but I like to write 😂
    I read certain books in how improve myself but not novels

  • @rrajput2202
    @rrajput2202 5 років тому

    Thats very true. Thumbs Up. 🌺

  • @TwentyonepilotsfanboyChannel
    @TwentyonepilotsfanboyChannel 5 років тому +7

    I enjoy reading Stephen King’s The Dark Tower 1.

  • @minimalmaksimalngabs
    @minimalmaksimalngabs 4 роки тому

    Thank you very much

  • @marylynpascua2254
    @marylynpascua2254 2 роки тому

    great experience

  • @hloologaming6909
    @hloologaming6909 5 років тому

    I have an a sats exam I need help

  • @manalisharma6444
    @manalisharma6444 4 роки тому

    Loved ur video

  • @vino4d
    @vino4d 4 роки тому

    thank you

  • @ladybird491
    @ladybird491 5 років тому +3

    You should not quote what some "famous" writers have said, because some of them only became recognized really, cause their work became movies. Hemingway is a good writer to listen to, and me. I am an educated and gifted writer, and I also teach. I have some things to share.
    Educated writers do not have trouble asking for feedback, because they have been trained to. Writers can break rules
    You can find your weaknesses and errors, if you stop thinking about what you wrote, and do not edit it, unless you let it rest for a while. Some of the things you mentioned that a writer has a problem with, is common with uneducated writers.

    • @Geoffrey454
      @Geoffrey454 5 років тому

      You've made a lot of grammatical errors so I'm not inclined to listen to you.

    • @ladybird491
      @ladybird491 5 років тому

      @@Geoffrey454 WOW. You are actually saying that great poets have perfect grammar. If you really think they do, then you have issues. I am have 5 print publication coming, yet I am not a good writer cause of bad grammar. You do realize that grammar rules can be broken in creative writing. 😆 You just missed out learning from a writer, who just got accepted 5 times. You going to learn to humble yourself when you meet other writers, who have achieved more than you. My editor by the way is name Michael, and I also use grammarly for my poems. I am sure you are narcissist, because how you actually try to convince people in here, that don't know how to write great work cause of bad grammar, as if some of the best writers don't have editors. 😆 You are passive aggressive, and need help. 😆

    • @ladybird491
      @ladybird491 5 років тому

      @@Geoffrey454 I have some truth for you. JUST BECAUSE YOU USE GOOD GRAMMAR, DOESNT MEAN YOU WILL WRITE GREAT WORK. SOFTWARE CAN FIX GRAMMAR, BUT GREAT CONTENT COMES FROM YOU. Now I dare you to argue with that. I can send my work to an editor, for help with grammar, but where are you going to get your ideas from? I wonder, how many publications and awards you have. I will show you my certificates from various writing schools, if you show me yours. Show me your certificate for completing two mentorships in poetry. I have done it all and then some. I didn't have to go to college to write great poetry, and get published. I was awarded a stipend in poetry at age of 25, and never went to college for poetry. I can tell you don't really know much about writing great work, because you suggest all great writers have excellent grammar. You should really look at some of their notebooks. 😆 You got writers jealousy because your whole comment was negative, to attempt turn people from my work which only made you look ignorant. Your comment was the most foolish comment,I have ever heard from someone with writers jealousy.

    • @ladybird491
      @ladybird491 5 років тому

      @@Geoffrey454 I have decided to post a link to one of my poems. images.app.goo.gl/4ZMqJrnn5mo25sYq9

    • @ladybird491
      @ladybird491 5 років тому

      Here is another that was published in print. When you go low, I go high like the Mitchell say.
      images.app.goo.gl/4ZMqJrnn5mo25sYq9

  • @limaienlaaier2511
    @limaienlaaier2511 4 роки тому

    Tysm❤️

  • @exceldebby1420
    @exceldebby1420 4 роки тому

    Can you guys just send me the strong verbs as promised? I filled and submitted the form since yesterday,today making it twice now,listened to the video to the end am not writing a book but still nothing, are you guys really giving the strong verbs for free?

    • @selfpublishingTV
      @selfpublishingTV  4 роки тому

      We sure are! I looked in our system and it says you've received, opened, and clicked on it already :) Another one is indicated as "delivered" as well. Let us know if you're still having trouble!

    • @exceldebby1420
      @exceldebby1420 4 роки тому

      @@selfpublishingTV yes I got it later, got it after my first message to you thanks for your response!

  • @zally8183
    @zally8183 5 років тому +3

    Make sure to start every sentence with the letter "I". Even if it's not first person.

    • @24week61
      @24week61 5 років тому

      Lil Zally is this sarcasm or not

  • @InfidelProductionz
    @InfidelProductionz 4 роки тому +13

    Show and Tell.
    Too many writers show everything and it kills the pace.

    • @Nooneeeeeeeeeeee
      @Nooneeeeeeeeeeee 4 роки тому

      Yeah that's why it only should be used for important things

  • @miorrasydan4850
    @miorrasydan4850 3 роки тому

    I always read The Land Of Stories

  • @AceHardy
    @AceHardy 5 років тому +1

    📙💯

  • @johnwillis7063
    @johnwillis7063 5 років тому +9

    I'm supposed to take advice from someone who said, "You'll never not improve on"?
    You might be promoted to marketing for writers because you're beautiful

  • @hannah-we3ws
    @hannah-we3ws 4 роки тому

    thank u sm

  • @gamingpostman1552
    @gamingpostman1552 5 років тому

    I love this video it's very similar to one of my own video's.

  • @TwentyonepilotsfanboyChannel
    @TwentyonepilotsfanboyChannel 5 років тому +1

    Bojack Horseman is a good example for good characters.

    • @neajastyles5941
      @neajastyles5941 4 роки тому

      Yes everyone has their own issues and personality. I love it

  • @petervlogs2859
    @petervlogs2859 4 роки тому +1

    Your so better then iwritely

  • @goeducateconsultancy92
    @goeducateconsultancy92 5 років тому +1

    Hi

  • @Made16_
    @Made16_ 4 роки тому

    I write but when I read other books and see their descriptions and stuff , it makes me feel like I’m horrible at writing. I have the ideas but the vocabulary I’m trying to expand it. If you guys wanna check it out my book is called asiyah- a mls on wattpad ☺️. Tips would be appreciated

    • @officialname9817
      @officialname9817 4 роки тому +1

      I know that feeling I always end up deleting my books cuz I realize I’m not good

  • @andymellon820
    @andymellon820 3 роки тому

    I hung up my game controller started writing! I'm on Wattpad if anyone is interested! Search AndrewMellon. This video is awesome! Cheers!

  • @sebastianmichael7437
    @sebastianmichael7437 4 роки тому

    It all sounds great, but Editors don't make someone's manuscript, someone's vision, but you ruined it by making it yours! Just because you don't like the writer's words, or parts of the story, but you see that is the main reason for writing a book because it's the writer's story, vision, not yours! You give your selves too, way too much authority! And you guys are becoming more and more picki

  • @mnrs1327
    @mnrs1327 2 роки тому

    5:55 Ah yum

  • @harshdeepsingh8211
    @harshdeepsingh8211 4 роки тому +1

    whats your age

  • @madisoncato7210
    @madisoncato7210 5 років тому +1

    You opened by totally discrediting yourself. I can’t respect advice about writing a book from someone who never has. And your first book is about improving your writing but you don’t write?

  • @David-fv7zg
    @David-fv7zg 4 роки тому

    Interesting. Someone that has no training in writing, someone that never wrote a novel, makes UA-cam videos on how to write novels.....Yeah, that makes sense.

    • @selfpublishingTV
      @selfpublishingTV  4 роки тому

      How many novels have you written?

    • @David-fv7zg
      @David-fv7zg 4 роки тому

      @@selfpublishingTV im not making UA-cam videos "educating" people how to do something i have not done myself. Typical UA-cam fraud.

    • @selfpublishingTV
      @selfpublishingTV  4 роки тому

      @@David-fv7zg Actually David, Bella has, NOW, had years writing/training in both technical content marketing and fiction (has written a few novels, published one upcoming in 2021). What was said in the video is that she had zero "formal training", she learned how to improve HERSELF. That's why she's sharing, to show anyone can improve their writing over time with the right help, and you don't have to go to college and dump $80k into it. I'd rewatch the video if you're confused about "not having done something myself", since i believe there's some misunderstanding :)
      We suggest actually putting some of these tips to use before claiming "fraud". You might be surprised by the improvements you find. Best of luck in your writing journey David!

  • @OfficialNWS
    @OfficialNWS 5 років тому +2

    Yo this girl cute af.

  • @ibrabah5363
    @ibrabah5363 3 роки тому

    Too mouthy, go straight to the point

  • @ujjwallikhar1365
    @ujjwallikhar1365 5 років тому +28

    From where can I get the verbs list?

    • @selfpublishingTV
      @selfpublishingTV  5 років тому +5

      Right here :) self-publishingschool.com/strong-verbs-list/