Congratulations! That might seem an odd way to start a course on writing a book in four weeks, but I think it's appropriate. By investing in this course you have taken a giant step towards becoming a published author, with all the money, satisfaction and prestige that achievement brings. You have shown that you are prepared to put time and effort into creating a substantial written work which, at the very least, will give you great satisfaction and, at best, may change your life forever. For this, congratulations are definitely in order! In the coming weeks you - yes, you! - will create a book-length work of fiction or non-fiction. Don't worry if that prospect sounds a bit scary at this I'll be guiding you every step of the way, sharing my secrets and showing you simple yet powerful techniques which anyone can learn and apply, even if their only writing experience to date has been scribbling a note explaining why Johnny can't come to school today.