So I’m in the very early stages of looking into the what and how of writing my book. The first thing I wanted to address was what technology is out there that I can use?
Considering that all the computers in our house run Linux (mainly Ubuntu), I have been thinking about utilising Open Source Software to assist me in my writing.
So my computers are running Linux, what about a Word Processor? Immediately Open Office comes to mind, and appears that it would fill this role perfectly.
With the basics sorted, I now need to understand in a little more detail about how I need to layout the pages of my book – how does my Open Office document need to be formatted?
A quick Google search lead me to a nice article on the Make Tech Easier blog – How to Layout a Book with OpenOffice.org: Part 1. I expect this will help me sort out the formatting and layout required for my book.
I think I will continue to post about how I am getting on, and the little tips I come across.
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I’m still in research mode, trying to determine the best approach for formatting and laying out my book. I’ve come across some more good articles on how to do this using Open Office, so though I would share it here.
Creating a book with OpenOffice.org Write – http://www.linux.com/archive/feature/51448
Blank OpenOffice 6×9 book – .sxw file template – http://www.lulu.com/content/99666