Your First Million Words

An overnight success story...twenty years in the making. This is the story of Wall Street Journal-bestselling author Jeff Wheeler's journey to publication, from writing his first million words to obtaining the publishing deal that ultimately enabled him to leave his career at Intel and has resulted in over four million books being sold. It's a story of the pivotal moments that have shaped his life and his novels, some of them inspiring and some cringe-worthy, seasoned with meditations on creativity and what drives and quells it. Through sharing his own story, he also provides invaluable insights about the writing process, and the process of becoming a writer. Whether you're a fan of his worlds or someone seeking practical tips on how to write your own first million words, this book will offer both entertainment and encouragement.