Review: Booklish answers the questions before the writer asks them...Definitely a must have!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 17, 2014
Booklish fulfilled its objective in only 99 pages. It is simple - with its clear, conversational tone that makes it easy to read, follow and understand; it is comprehensive - as an all-inclusive handbook, which covers all aspects of the writing and publishing process; it is an extensive guide which is encyclopaedic in nature. This concise manual laden with a plethora of facts, tips and advice can only lead to success in writing and publishing...definitely a must read and a certainly a must have for all writers.On its way to easily being considered one of the top reference materials for writers of the 21st Century, this  well-researched book is particularly targeted to writers with self-publishing aspirations. In fact, it highly recommends that writers, especially the novice authors "self publish now, (and) traditional publish later". The author and publisher, Bookacademy explains that "We've stripped away all the excess and clutter to provide the only tool you'll ever need to plan, write, package, and sell your book".  And it does just that.The effortless manner in which Bookacademy takes the writer through the chronological sequence of the writing and publishing process, easily dispels the shadow of anxiety that such an overwhelming task can cast on any writer.  Each chapter focuses on a different phase of the process. From the Introduction which puts the writer in the right frame of mind to tackle the process; to Promotion with some unconventional methods to "take (the writer's) book out of obscurity and into the spotlight."  Not only is it filled with lots of tips, advice and exercises, but each chapter is  introduced with appropriate quotes and ends with `To Do' checklists which are practical guidelines to complete before proceeding to the next chapter/phase.The tone of the book gives the distinct impression that the author is speaking from a first-hand perspective and that Booklish is actually a compilation of the author's years of experience.  The writer can therefore rest assured that all the recommended products and services have been tried and proven.In addition, the book encourages and inspires young writers to reach deep inside themselves and pull that book out of their being because "There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you." - Maya AngelouBooklish is an excellent idea whose time has come.  It isn't a writer's want...it's a writer's need!