The technical literature, containing various reference data and practical tips, is always popular among both specialists and amateurs. To write a technical book, it’s not good to understand this area. You must be able to convey to the reader complex information in an accessible form.
You will need
- - reference books;
- - writing instruments / computer.
Instruction manual
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The technical literature is heterogeneous in structure. There are books for beginners, and there are serious publications for professionals. Therefore, before starting work, select the audience to which you are addressing your work.
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Equally important is the ratio of theory and practice. Think about whether you want to write a reference book or, conversely, a practical guide. You can also combine both of these genres.
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After you select the audience and genre of a future book, compile its approximate content. It will serve you as a reference scheme, necessary for further work. The next step in creating a book is collecting information. Use the necessary information not only from your own professional experience, but also from competent sources (authoritative magazines, reference books, etc.).
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Study technical literature that is similar in topic to your future book. Write out the passages you are interested in. At the bottom of the pages on which you place this information, make links to the source. This will help you avoid copyright infringement issues. And your readers will always know what additional source they can turn to, wanting to broaden their horizons on this issue.
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If you are writing a technical book for a wide range of readers, include a reference dictionary in it that will provide an accessible interpretation of all complex terms and concepts. Be sure to supplement the text of the book with illustrative material. If the book is a practical guide, describe in detail each operation, noting all its nuances.
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Remember that technical literature, due to its specificity, is difficult to understand. If you are writing a book for beginners, to give the reader a mindful break, dilute the scientific narrative with interesting historical facts, add unknown details about famous researchers and their discoveries.
