I Double Dog Dare You! To Write The Next Bestseller
And Resources To Help You Get Started
My first book was written on a dare. I always loved to write and had completed many short stories and little novellas, but nothing really full-on until I was double-dog dared.
Years ago, my best friend dared me to write a book. We were discussing our dreams, wishes, and hopes for the future, and I confessed that I’ve always wanted to write a book and embark on my author’s journey. Of course, I had many excuses for not having the time to pursue this passion, but my friend wouldn’t let it go.
“I dare you to write this book,” she’d said.
My first instinct was to share a million and one reasons why I couldn’t possibly, but she stopped me mid-excuse. “Come on, Kimberly. You can do this. I double dog dare you!”
It was just what I needed. I was dragging my feet on creating an entire project just because I didn’t believe I could do it. Hearing that someone else believed in me was a powerful motivator, pushing me to pursue my dream and inspiring me to do so. I accepted the challenge and, within four months, completed my first book. In fact, I received a call from American Girl regarding the draft I submitted, and though they didn’t offer me a contract, they encouraged me to send them more.
That dare has paid off in more ways than one. Not because I wrote a bestseller (which I haven’t), but because I was inspired to believe in myself and start writing.
Since then, I’ve written over 300 articles for magazines and corporations, had a book and game traditionally published, written a book as a ghostwriter for two individuals, and self-published a few business books.
Yup, I’m officially a writer.
Now it’s your turn. I double-dog dare you.
What book is in you just dying to come out?
What is holding you back?
What do you need to do to get started writing it today?
To help you rise to the challenge, here are some helpful resources to inspire your next bestseller.
100 Creative Writing Prompts for Writers: If you’re feeling a little low on inspiration, let any of these 100 prompts give you the creative boost you need to build a new and inventive plot for your next work.
5 Ways Writing Improves Your Life: Experts cite numerous advantages, including improved mental health, emotional well-being, enhanced memory and recall, and physical health.
Writing Prompts: Need some help to get the creative writing juices flowing? Try starting with some art and the prompts below. Who knows where your imagination will take you.
How to Write a Book From Start to Finish: A proven guide, lists, and video resources from bestseller Jerry Jenkins.
Writing When You Don’t Want to Write: Authors share what propels them to write when they don’t feel like writing.
27 Reasons to Write a Book: And tips on how to finally make it happen.
But first, give yourself grace. We’re all busy. Heck, I took a twelve-year hiatus from writing because work and family filled my schedule. But I’m back, and I’ll always come back because I love to write.
So, what’s your ‘why’ for writing?
Share your vision, goals, and why you’re passionate about it below. The Books Uplift community is here to support you and help you make your dreams and best-seller a reality.
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