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Your choice of font size and font type do matter in the design of your ebook or short report.

You have worked hard on your ebook.  You can’t wait to start selling it or offering it to your list.  But, first you want to make sure you have a solid design for your ebook.  Consider details such as your choice of fonts and the size of your type and how that impacts the design of your ebook.

Your ebook must be professional looking and well organized.  Presentation and clean navigation are  key elements in the success of your ebook.

A few things to keep in mind as you decide on the layout of your text.  Although you are using an electronic format for your document, remember that it may or may not be read using a computer monitor.  Some of your buyers may prefer to print out their newly purchased ebook and read it that way.  Others will read it via some electronic device.

The layout of your ebook should be done in such a way that it can be easily read on a monitor or printed on paper.

Key factors to keep in mind when considering font size, font type, and spacing:

1.  Font size

Font size should be between 12 and 14.  Make it larger if you are highlighting something, for example, an upsell.  Titles and heading should be 16 point.

2.  Font type

Use a san serif font for your copy.  A san serif font is cleaner and easier to read.  (San serif does not have the lines at the end of letters and numbers.)

Good font choices include Arial, Tahoma, and Verdana.

You may want to use a 12 point Arial  font for the body of your ebook or report, and use a 16 point Tahoma for titles and headings.

If you do choose a serif font, use Times New Roman.

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3.  Spacing

Use at minimum a 1.5 spacing.  Depending on the type of ebook you have written, a double space may work best for you.

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Before you compile or publish your ebook or manuscript, proofread!  Then, proofread again.  Better yet, ask someone else to thoroughly review it for you. Maybe you have a family member, a friend, or a JV partner who can proof it for you.  You can also hire a professional to review your ebook.  Check the resource page for some suggestions.

Check for obvious mistakes, such as misspellings and incorrect grammar.  Spell checkers are wonderful, but misused words cannot be detected by your software.  If you use the wrong word in the wrong context, your product will not look as professional as it could.  For example, using “wear” instead of “where” when that is not what you intended.

After proofreading, ask yourself the following questions:

• Does your book flow smoothly?
• Are your chapters organized?
• Do you have a table of contents included in the front of your ebook?
• Is the font easy to read?
• Have you included images?
• Is your website referenced?
• Does your reader have a way to contact you, either for more information or to purchase another product?
• Have you included your affiliate links in any products that you may have suggested to your readers? Don’t overdo the affiliate links and product suggestions.

If so, then you are ready for the next step.

You are almost ready to start the process again.  Soon, you will be a pro at writing ebooks.

Are you still wondering how to write an ebook?  If you are like countless others, you may have begun the writing process many times.  Soon, you found the task to be daunting and overwhelming.  Momentum was lost.  The project was placed on hold.

It does not have to end like that.  The writing process itself can actually be very simple – if you stay organized and focused.

Let’s look at some tips to get you started so you can learn how to write an ebook.

Step 1.  Research

Look around you.  Do you see a hungry market?  Find out what people want to know.  Visit forums, see what questions are being asked, what topics are being discussed. What are people buying?

Step 2.  Identify Your Niche

Decide on the specific topic of your ebook. Know who your target audience is.  Know and understand what your target audience is seeking.

Step 3.  Complete an Outline

Put together an outline and/or a Table of Contents, preferably both.  I find I am much more organized if I assemble both ahead of time.  The Table of Contents falls right into place if you have completed your outline properly. Have an outline for each chapter you write.

Step 4.  Do Your Research

The internet is an excellent place to do your research.  Beware that you do not fall into the endless void of research only.  You are on a mission – to complete your ebook.

Step 5.  Fill in the Blanks

Use the information and data you gathered during your research phase. Add that to your previously completed outline and you are ready to just start writing.

It really is that easy.

And remember, the number of pages you end up with are dependent on the topic.  You may have knowledge that someone is willing to pay for just so they save time and/or money in the long run.  If your ebook is 40 pages, but covers your subject in depth, then great.

Learning how to write an ebook is much easier if you just start your research and begin writing.  To help you get a solid, running start, check out this excellent resource – Click Here!