Many novice writers, when asked about what they want to write about, respond with the name of a broad topic, such as "relationships" or "computers." At the same time, these writers overlook an important question, "Well, what ABOUT relationships" and "What ABOUT computers?"

In other words, what main point do you want to make about some aspects of a broad subject to a specific audience?

For example, writing a letter to a friend is likely to use different language and include news that will appeal to that audience. On the other hand, writing a letter to a relative is going to be quite different and not likely use exactly the same language or news that might be presented to a friend.

So before producing that article or book, all writers need to decide who their audience and tailor their material to it, just like a letter-writer would to his or her audience. In other words, tailor the material to a given audience.

For example, the novice writer's main point might be "Lap computers are becoming obsolete" for an audience of college students. And in the other broad subject of relationships, the novice writer might state that "Having an older brother or sister can be an advantage." In this case, the specific audience might be young parents. Also, the best part is that both points are related to their respective broad subjects and speak directly to their intended audiences. Another benefit is that the novice writer can visualize each audience and tailor his or her statements to it.

As a result, that writer's work will be well-focused, with interesting content, and attract his or her given audience --- including an editor at some publishing house who just happens to be looking for such a topic!

Follow these suggestions and you will have a smoother road to a faster sale for your article or book.

Dorothy Zjawin's website, http://www.profitable-pen.com, is open to ALL writers and features articles and a free forum.

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