Building a Nonfiction Book: Tips from Dr. Jennifer Dorsey

16 Jun 2025 • 31 min • EN
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Jennifer Dorsey, an expert in nonfiction publishing, discussed the value of writing nonfiction books for establishing credibility and elevating one's brand, while sharing insights into her typical workday as a developmental editor and publisher. She emphasized the importance of having professional credibility and a clear marketing plan when writing nonfiction books, recommending authors to consider their reader avatars and evaluate the need for their book. If you are thinking about writing a nonfiction book, start here. Find Jennifer Dorsey and her book, From Pitch to Print: The Non-Fiction Writer’s 10-Step Plan to Getting Published at https://drjendorsey.com For more on the writing craft and crafting a writer's join the Simply Write community at https://simplywrite.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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