Writing a book about myself

by Manjinder Chatha
21st December 2014

Hi Folks

I am thinking of getting someone (ghost writer) to write a book about myself. I am just an ordinary guy - not famous in any way, but I just want to write my experiences and difficulties that I had growing up. My parents are both immigrants and came to England in the 1960s. I had a very restrictive and harsh upbringing, got bullied at school etc. I hated my childhood.

Do you think it would be a good idea to write my experiences? I will of course change all names and places. The book would be ideally intended for readers whose parents were immigrants or who had a sad/difficult childhood. How would I know that my book will sell or do you think I would be wasting my time?

Thanks in advance for your responses.

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Hi Manjinder,

I'd like to say that writing is never a waste of time.You can learn many things by reading and so can your readers.This may influence the reader to read more,and can pass on by eventually finishing the book.

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29/12/2014

Hi Manjinder,

I'd like to add that writing is both therapeautic and fun especially if you've gone through difficult times. Look at it as a way of dealing with the past, putting it behind you and looking forward to the future.

Good luck!

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