Free Book Template

Book Template

This book template helps authors plan and write novels or non-fiction books. It includes sections for researching and outlining your story, characters, locations and more.

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Book Template

This free book template is designed to help authors plan and write novels or non-fiction books. It includes sections for researching and outlining your story, characters, locations and more. 

It was created by Adam Eccles, a fiction author who combines themes of humor, sci-fi and rom-com in his books.

What is a book template?

A book template is a tool used by authors to help plan, organize, and structure the concept and elements of a book. This template includes sections to organize research, characters, plot and setting details, chapter plans, and ideas and resources related to marketing, publishing, and editing a book.

Why create a book template?

A book template can help you to quickly and efficiently plan out the essential parts of your book, such as characters and locations. It can also provide guidance on how to develop and outline your story, as well as allow you to quickly access and add necessary details, such as dates and prices. By using a book template, you can save time and resources, while avoiding common pitfalls during the writing process.

When should I use a book template?

You should use a book template when you are outlining and planning your novel. It is a great way to organize your thoughts and ensure that you cover all the necessary elements of your book.

What should a book template contain?

A book template should be broken into various sections, each corresponding to things you need to think about during the book-writing process. This can include more obvious elements such as outlining your plot and characters, all the way down to notes on your blurb, cover design and marketing process. 

How to use this book template

  • Tap the Use This Template button 
  • When prompted, log-in or sign-up to Craft
  • Edit the template to make it your own

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