here is more to writing for a living than penning the book. You have run a business as an author. This is something that isn't taught in schools or in the industry. This book bridges that gap. Write It Forward is a one-of-a-kind book focusing on you, the author. In Write It Forward Bob Mayer applies the time- tested strategies of the Green Berets to the world of being a successful author. He has taught thousands of writers over the years, but this new and innovative program probes deeper than words on the page. It is designed to teach writers how to think, plan and become the future best-sellers of the new age of publishing. The benefits you'll gain from this book will extend far beyond your writing and reach into all areas of your life making dreams a reality. "I have always loved how your programs delved deeply into the psychological models you need to develop characters. No you are using that to develop people." Co-Creator of the Chicken Soup Books Jack Canfield "Whatever Bob Mayer has to tell us about writing is something we should know. His Toolkit proves an invaluable resource for beginning and seasoned writers alike. Don't miss out." #1 NY Times best-selling author Terry Brooks "Bob Mayer is a gifted writer and a generous teacher." #1 NY Times best-selling author Susan Wiggs

2. A dream with an external visible outcome that
is written down with an end date becomes a
goal.
A goal broken down into steps becomes a
plan.
A plan backed by action becomes reality.

3. State your goals in one
sentence.
Have a positive verb that indicates the action you
want to use to achieve your goal.
The verb must indicate an action you control.
Concise, understandable wording.
An external, visible outcome.
A time lock for achieving the goal.
KEEP IT POSITIVE- A NEGATIVE GOAL
ACCEPTS DEFEAT

4. I want to be a NY Times best-selling author in
5 years.
I want to write my memoir for my
grandchildren.
I want to write part-time simply because it is a
hobby.
I want to get published within 2 years.
I want to have my book in print within 6
months.
I want to write a book that will help people with
????.
Strategic Goals Can Be Anything.

5. It’s the difference between ordinary and elite.
Success is a struggle.
The ‘enemy’ is closer than we think.
Do thing the ‘right’ way or the brave way?
Going from being a craftsman to an artist.
It causes you to focus, to ask why.
It take you out of crisis management into
management.
I’ve used, taught, and lived this.
IT WORKS.
Why Use Write It Forward?

6. With over 75 books published and five
million sold, Bob Mayer has been making a
living as an author for over three decades.
There is more to writing for a living than
penning the book. You have run a business as
an author. This is something that isn't taught
in schools or in the industry. This book
bridges that gap.

7. Reference Samples
"Bob Mayer is a gifted writer and a generous teacher.”
Susan Wiggs (#1 NY Times best-seller)
“Fiction writers everywhere will have the advantage of
Bob Mayer's teaching wisdom.”
John Tullius. Director Maui Writers Conference
"Your new Write It Forward focus is a great one. I always
loved at the Maui Writers Conference how your programs
delved deeply into the psychological models you need to
develop characters. Now you are using that same
knowledge to develop people. As we say in California-- way
cool! Much love to you my friend, and congratulations on
the new book, it looks great!"
Jack Canfield. Co-Creator Chicken Soup series

8. Write It Forward is a one-of-a-kind book
focusing on you, the author.
Bob Mayer applies the time- tested strategies
of the Green Berets to the world of being a
successful author. He has taught thousands of
writers over the years, but this new and
innovative program probes deeper than
words on the page. It is designed to teach
writers how to think, plan and become the
future best-sellers of the new age of
publishing. The benefits you'll gain from this
book will extend far beyond your writing and
reach into all areas of your life making
dreams a reality.

9. Many successful people use elements of it.
Nora Roberts sells 27 books every minute.
She has 182 books in print.
“You're going to be unemployed if you really think
you just have to sit around and wait for the muse
to land on your shoulder.”
Why Use Write It Forward?

10. Learn the craft . . .

11. . . . then break the rules
By Pablo Picasso

12. “I am always doing
that which I cannot do
in order to learn how
to do it.”
~Pablo Picasso

13. Bob has hit bestseller lists in multiple genres
including thriller, science fiction, historical
fiction, romance and non-fiction.
He is traditionally published, indie
published, hybrid, and been published by
Amazon’s Publishing Imprint.

14. “I’m convinced fear is at
the root of most bad
writing.”
~Stephen King

15. You can’t separate your writing from you, the writer
Living with fear is ultimately worse than confronting it
Attack the ambush
Put long-term goals ahead of short-term goals
Write what you know- maybe write what you are afraid to
know.
Lean into fear-- kaizen
Be curious about your fear-- it’s a cave- but treasure
could be inside
Take action.
Overcoming Fear

16. “Bob Mayer offers not only a keen mastery for crafting fiction,
but he does so with an uncommon ability to relate with
participants the very meat of the topics he presents.”
Director Whidbey Island Writers Conference.
“Bob is an extremely talented novelist who conveys his
knowledge and insight in a down-to-earth, forthright style.”
Director Novels In Progress Workshop.
“As a presenter you were informative and helpful to any writer
in any stage of writing. I’m glad you were recommended. I was
personally grateful for your presence.”
Director Black Hills Writers’ Workshop.
“The conference was indeed a success, not in small part due to
the strength of your presentations. People are still talking
about how much they learned from them.”
Director South Carolina Writers’ Workshop.

17. The paradoxical rules of rule breaking:
1. Know the rule.
2. Have a good reason for breaking the rule.
3. Accept the consequences of breaking the
rule.
Rule Breaking

18. • How to Get The Most Out Of The Conference
• The Original Idea: The Heart of Your Story & the Conflict
Box: The Fuel of Your Story
• Plot and Narrative Structure
• Character: The People of Your Story
• Point of View: The Voice of Your Story
• Your Creative Process as a Writer: How You Create
• Introduction to Write It Forward: From Writer to Successful
Author
• Platform, Product & Promotion: Understanding Your Unique
Position as an Author
• The Present and Future of Publishing for the Writer
Bob’s Workshops

19. The Novel Writing Seminar
• The Original Idea: The Heart of Your Story & the
Conflict Box: The Fuel of Your Story
• Plot and Narrative Structure
• Character: The People of Your Story
• Point of View: The Voice of Your Story
Half and Full Day Presentations

20. “A book to inspire, instruct and challenge the
writer in everyone.”
#1 NY Times Best-Selling Author Susan Wiggs
"Whatever Bob Mayer has to tell us about
writing is something we should know. His
Toolkit proves an
invaluable resource for beginning and seasoned
writers alike. Don't miss out."
#1 NY Times Best-Selling Author Terry Brooks

21. These can be done for your group, or as a pre or
post conference special for your conference.
The Novel Writing Seminar
Write It Forward: From Writer to Successful Author
The Creative Process
Half and Full Day Presentations

22. Write It Forward: From Writer to Successful
Author
• Your Creative Process as a Writer: How You
Create
• Write It Forward: From Writer to Successful Author
• Platform, Product & Promotion: Understanding
Your Unique Position as an Author
• The Present and Future of Publishing for the
Writer
Half and Full Day Presentations

23. The Writing Process Workshop
How do we create?
Where do our stories come from?
Why do we write?
Sometimes the question is: are we even writing what we
should be writing?
Our creative process is the core of our writing and the better
we consciously understand it, the more effectively we can
raise our process of craft into the creation of art. Process is
unique to each writer, but there are common traits and ways
to uncover it. We have to understand how our minds work,
how we create, how we process idea, story and channel them
into our writing. A topic rarely covered, but I’ve found it’s the
most fundamental thing a writer needs to understand.
Half and Full Day Presentations

24. The Writing Process Workshop
Schedule
Introduction to Process
Writing is the only art form that isn’t sensual
Personality types and how they affect our writing
Gender Archetypes
Profiling for creativity and efficiency
The 3 Steps of Change and the 5 Emotional Stages
Mining the Subconscious: Dreams, Editing and
more
On Becoming An Artist
Half and Full Day Presentations

25. Writers Workshop
and Retreat
An intense, on-premises workshop focusing on idea,
conflict, story and the ever-changing business of
publishing.
Most importantly, this workshop focuses on developing
your creative process as a writer.
We’ve worked with writers from #1 NY Times best-selling
authors to novices writing their first book. All have had
their knowledge and skills enhanced.
Limited to four people per workshop.
I can also bring this to your location if you have 3 or 4
participants.

26. Print
Book
More free slideshares on writing, survival,
history, trivia and more topics are available by
clicking on the image below.

27. The Complete Writer is four books at discount
in one bundle.
The Novel Writers Toolkit is how to write the
book.
Write It Forward is how to be an author and
have a successful career.
For More Information click on covers

28. New York Times bestselling author, graduate of West Point, former
Green Beret, and feeder of two yellow Labs, most famously Cool Gus.
He’s had over 75 books published, including the #1 bestselling series
Time Patrol, Area 51, Atlantis, and the Green Berets. Born in the
Bronx and having traveled the world he now lives peacefully with his
wife and labs. Sort of. Free books below available HERE
www.bobmayer.com