Business At A Glance
Startup Costs: Under $2,000
Home Based: Can be operated from home.
Part Time: Can be operated part-time.
Online Operation? No
Business Overview
There are thousands of people who specializeor have an interest in a craft, trade, hobby, sport, art medium ormethod of doing a particular task or job. And many of these peoplewould love the opportunity to put their experiences, skills, andknow-how into print by writing a book on their subject of expertise.
What’s stopping these gifted individuals from writing a book? Theanswer is simple. They don’t know where to start. Starting a businessthat teaches people how to write ‘how-to books’ is a terrific ventureto put into action. Classes can be held on nights and weekends,enabling the operator of this business venture to manage a daytimebusiness or work a daytime job.
The how to write a ‘how-to book’instruction class should include details and practical tips oninformation such as popular topics for the books, writing styles andformats, publisher contacts, research techniques and organizational andtime management skills, as well as additional information and guidanceto assist students in reaching their ‘book-writing goals.’ This type ofinstruction class is ideally promoted in conjunction with a communityinstitution such as a college, recreation center, or continuingeducation program.