A foreword is an introduction to your book written by someone other than you, usually a respected expert, professional, or someone with relevant experience in your field. It gives readers another perspective on your subject and helps establish the relevance and value of your book.
This workbook is designed for the person you have invited to write your foreword. It will help them reflect on their connection to the subject, share their perspective on your work, and identify the key messages they would like to communicate to your readers.
If you are the invited foreword writer, simply complete the questions in your own words. There is no need to write the finished foreword at this stage. Your answers will provide the foundation for creating a thoughtful introduction that reflects your personal experience, opinions, and voice.
Fill out your answers directly on this webpage. Please note that your answers cannot be saved automatically, so make sure to complete the workbook in one sitting or keep the browser tab open while you work.
Once you're finished, you can copy your answers, generate an AI writing brief, or print the workbook as a PDF to share with the book's author.
Workbook Questions
Include relevant experience, expertise, qualifications, or achievements.
Explain your professional or personal experience with the topic.
If relevant, describe your relationship or previous experience working with the author.
What makes this topic relevant to its intended readers?
Consider their experience, expertise, ideas, or the way they address the subject.
Describe the knowledge, insights, or practical benefits readers may take away.
Share a thought, perspective, or idea that will help readers approach the book.
Identify anything you feel deserves special attention.
Consider whether you want to inspire, encourage, reassure, challenge, or motivate them.
Use this space for any additional thoughts, examples, or reflections you would like to include.
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