A,B, & Cs of Author Partnering

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Synopsis

The award-winning book, the "A, B, & Cs of Author Partnering," guides you through the process of creating a partnership, establishing a productive work environment, and producing the work of fiction, non-fiction, or a journal article. Authoring a book or article with a writing partner can take the sting and isolation out of a solo writing project. Alignment (A) is the foundational component that explores the what and why of the partnership and its targeted product. Balance (B) focuses on the need for author partners to respect their work-life responsibilities and ensure this critical element is incorporated into their production process. The seven Cs include Commitment, Contract, Communication, Conflict Resolution, Commerce, Creativity, and Call to Action. The included workbook provides activities to help partners craft their strategies and maximize their collaborative efforts. The "A, B, & Cs of Author Partnering" presents a meaningful sequence of topics that can be read cover to cover or selectively to meet specific needs. Working collaboratively brings a diversity of strengths and skills to the project. As a team, partners provide a broader platform to address the variety of tasks involved in writing, publishing, and marketing. Their commitment to one another and to the project keeps them focused on their work while enjoying the process and celebrating accomplishments throughout the writing journey.

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Author Biography

Joy Don Baker & Terri Goodman, nursing students in the ‘70s like the fictional characters in their Nurseketeers series, are both writers in professional nursing literature. They met in the ‘80s and have remained friends for years. As co-authors, their mission is to share enjoyment, writing, and learning through meaningful stories about diverse nursing characters. Both are well-established leaders in perioperative nursing. Dr. Baker teaches at the University of Texas at Arlington and served as the editor-in-chief of AORN Journal. Dr. Goodman is an entrepreneur and an approved provider of continuing education as the principal at Terri Goodman & Associates. Baker & Goodman have produced the award-winning book A, B, & Cs of Author Partnering, the definitive how-to guide that leads readers through creating a partnership, establishing a productive work environment, and producing a work of fiction, non-fiction, or journal article.

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Author Insight

Partners Align

In the Alignment chapter, we explored the partners’ relationship and a process to assure that the content of the project is consistent with the needs of the target readers. We used these techniques in starting our own writing partnership and has provided a foundation for our future writing. The chapter includes exercises for addressing authorship and author order and determining the roles of guest and ghost authors. We intended the exercises to engage partners in an effective process of aligning with one another to achieve success.

Book Excerpt

A,B, & Cs of Author Partnering

Writing with a partner requires alignment of purpose. Together, partners must ask themselves What are we trying to achieve? They must articulate the why (purpose) and the what (goals) that establish the foundation for the partnership. Partners can explore concepts independently, then collaborate to discuss their ideas, negotiate divergent concepts, and confirm tactics. Collaboration keeps partners from taking parallel or duplicative paths that would inhibit progress.

No project can be fully realized until partners develop trust in one another. Trust implies that there are no hidden agendas and that concerns are discussed openly. Exploring conflicts, either perceived or real, is essential to achieving resolution and reinforcing the goals of the partnership. Maintaining their focus on the purpose keeps the partners on track, and confident as they advance the project. Organizing content and establishing milestones for celebration keep the partners aligned, committed, and enthusiastic.

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A,B, & Cs of Author Partnering

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Author Biography

Author Insight

Partners Align

Book Excerpt

A,B, & Cs of Author Partnering

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