HOW TO WRITE AN EFFECTIVE AUTHOR BIO
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If you’re a writer with few publication credits or none at all, crafting a compelling bio can be challenging. Don’t worry. You do not need stellar credits to have a great bio.
Present yourself in a polite, and professional way.
Don’t pad your bio with irrelevant info.
Most editors and readers love the opportunity to discover new
writers with unique voices. It does not matter how many publications you
have, as long as your writing is strong. Your bio can be as short as a few
sentences that mention the country you live in and your profession.
Establish expertise. You will want your bio to influence people to read your work. If
the main character in your book has a trait or hobby that you happen to share,
or the story takes place in a setting you know like the back of your hand, your
expertise will lend your work authenticity. For example, if you write a book
that takes place in a bank, it would be a good idea to mention that you’ve
worked in a bank for years.
Show that you take your writing seriously. Even though you may not have published any books
before, you can show your dedication to writing by mentioning popular writing
groups or organizations of which you’re a member.
Keep it short, sweet, and to the point. No one wants to read a long-winded version of your
life story. Avoid clichés like “It’s always been my dream to be a writer” or
“I’ve been writing since I was three years old.”
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