Got an idea for writing an ebook, but need more content? This is a familiar scenario for eBook authors. Lets face it. We all want to provide our customers with as much high quality content and value as possible. However, there are times when certain topics need to be addressed in our ebook, but we don't have the expertise in these areas. Today I'm providing two ideas to help you overcome this obstacle. Lets get started with the first idea.
Search Community-Driven Websites
Websites like Yahoo Answers are great places to go if you need to find an answer to a specific questions. I love this site and I've found it to be the ideal place to search for content to use either in advertising campaigns or in my ebooks. This method should, however be used with great caution. Keep in mind that many of the answers given are mere opinions. When using this method, you should do plenty of cross-referencing to validate the content's accuracy. You should also be creative and give the content your own voice.
Find an Expert to Interview
Lets say you're writing an eBook on weight loss. Perhaps you have a lot of knowledge on physical fitness, but you lack knowledge in the area of nutrition. Well, obviously this is a dilemma since weight loss involves proper nutrition. The solution? Find an expert in nutrition to interview. This method is so simple and you'd be surprised how receptive these experts will be to your request. So, getting back to our example, if you need to find an expert in nutrition, contact a local doctor or dietitian in your area and ask for an interview. Before you make the contact, be prepared to tell him or her how long the interview will take and the number of questions you'll be asking. Make this process super easy for the interviewee by offering to provide the questions in advance.
To capture the interview, use software or a recording device. Once recorded, have the audio transcribed into text, then reformat for your ebook.
See how simple it is to find content for your ebook. Now, keep in mind you should be an expert in your niche because you'll probably get a lot of questions over time and you need to provide answers for your customer's questions. However, if you just need more content here and there, these methods should work well for you.
How an eBook Makes You an Expert in Your Field
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