DiscoverAcademic Book Writing Simplified with Jane Joann JonesEpisode #29: When Should You Write Your Book’s Introduction?
Episode #29: When Should You Write Your Book’s Introduction?

Episode #29: When Should You Write Your Book’s Introduction?

Update: 2025-06-10
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In this second episode of our series on book introductions, Jane answers the question of timing for book introductions. When is the best time to write the introduction? Should you do it first, or wait until you’ve written the entire book? 

This question covers a few issues: workflow, mindset, and organization. Tune in to today’s episode to learn: 

  • The real question you’re asking if you ask when to write your introduction. 
  • Three different options for organizing your thoughts in preparation for writing the book. 
  • What you should know before writing your introduction.  

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Episode #29: When Should You Write Your Book’s Introduction?

Episode #29: When Should You Write Your Book’s Introduction?

Jane Joann Jones