Having trouble keeping your non-fiction writing community active and resourceful? These resource sharing templates are designed to solve that pain point by making it easy to deliver high-value tools and references. Empower your members to grow, learn, and connect through timely and relevant content.
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Resource sharing is a cornerstone of thriving non-fiction writing communities because it directly addresses members' needs for actionable advice, credible tools, and ongoing learning. By curating and sharing valuable resources, you build trust and authority within your group, showing that you understand the challenges writers face and are committed to supporting their journey.
Psychologically, resource sharing creates reciprocity and a sense of belonging. When members see practical benefits tailored to their interests, they are more likely to engage, contribute their own finds, and participate in discussions. This approach transforms passive readers into active contributors, fostering a collaborative culture where everyone benefits.
Moreover, these posts remove the friction of resource discovery for your members. Instead of having to search independently, they can rely on the community for vetted and relevant tools, making your space indispensable to their writing practice.
Check out this article on crafting engaging non-fiction hooks. What did you find most helpful?
💡 Example: "Check out this article on crafting engaging non-fiction hooks. What did you find most helpful?"
Found a free editing tool that helps polish your drafts. Try it out and let us know your thoughts.
💡 Example: "Found a free editing tool that helps polish your drafts. Try it out and let us know your thoughts."
This podcast episode dives into building credibility as a non-fiction author. Give it a listen.
💡 Example: "This podcast episode dives into building credibility as a non-fiction author. Give it a listen."
Have you read this classic book on structure for non-fiction writing? Share your takeaways if you have.
💡 Example: "Have you read this classic book on structure for non-fiction writing? Share your takeaways if you have."
Weekly resource: A checklist for fact-checking your manuscript. Download and keep it handy.
💡 Example: "Weekly resource: A checklist for fact-checking your manuscript. Download and keep it handy."
Just discovered a YouTube channel packed with non-fiction writing tutorials. Worth subscribing.
💡 Example: "Just discovered a YouTube channel packed with non-fiction writing tutorials. Worth subscribing."
Sharing a template for outlining your next non-fiction book. Who wants a copy?
💡 Example: "Sharing a template for outlining your next non-fiction book. Who wants a copy?"
Resource highlight: A blog post on overcoming writer's block in non-fiction. Have you tried these tips?
💡 Example: "Resource highlight: A blog post on overcoming writer's block in non-fiction. Have you tried these tips?"
Here is a free tool for organizing your research notes. Give it a spin.
💡 Example: "Here is a free tool for organizing your research notes. Give it a spin."
Have you used this grammar checker for your non-fiction drafts? Would you recommend it?
💡 Example: "Have you used this grammar checker for your non-fiction drafts? Would you recommend it?"
Today's pick: A TED Talk on communicating complex ideas clearly. Worth watching.
💡 Example: "Today's pick: A TED Talk on communicating complex ideas clearly. Worth watching."
Just published a new resource guide for finding credible sources. Download and share your feedback.
💡 Example: "Just published a new resource guide for finding credible sources. Download and share your feedback."
Check out this infographic on the stages of non-fiction revision.
💡 Example: "Check out this infographic on the stages of non-fiction revision."
Found a podcast that interviews successful non-fiction writers. Who has a favorite episode?
💡 Example: "Found a podcast that interviews successful non-fiction writers. Who has a favorite episode?"
Resource share: A free course on self-editing for non-fiction manuscripts.
💡 Example: "Resource share: A free course on self-editing for non-fiction manuscripts."
This newsletter curates non-fiction publishing news weekly. Who else subscribes?
💡 Example: "This newsletter curates non-fiction publishing news weekly. Who else subscribes?"
Sharing a downloadable worksheet for refining your thesis statement.
💡 Example: "Sharing a downloadable worksheet for refining your thesis statement."
Today's resource: A checklist for avoiding common non-fiction pitfalls.
💡 Example: "Today's resource: A checklist for avoiding common non-fiction pitfalls."
Have you tried this mind-mapping app for outlining chapters? Share your experience.
💡 Example: "Have you tried this mind-mapping app for outlining chapters? Share your experience."
Weekly share: A video on writing compelling non-fiction introductions.
💡 Example: "Weekly share: A video on writing compelling non-fiction introductions."
Check out this guide for pitching non-fiction book ideas to publishers.
💡 Example: "Check out this guide for pitching non-fiction book ideas to publishers."
Resource of the day: A glossary of key non-fiction writing terms.
💡 Example: "Resource of the day: A glossary of key non-fiction writing terms."
This blog post lists grants for non-fiction authors. Has anyone applied?
💡 Example: "This blog post lists grants for non-fiction authors. Has anyone applied?"
Sharing a collection of productivity apps for writers. Which ones do you use?
💡 Example: "Sharing a collection of productivity apps for writers. Which ones do you use?"
Today's find: A resource on writing for different non-fiction genres.
💡 Example: "Today's find: A resource on writing for different non-fiction genres."
Just came across a checklist for submitting articles to magazines. Download if helpful.
💡 Example: "Just came across a checklist for submitting articles to magazines. Download if helpful."
Resource alert: A site that matches non-fiction writers with beta readers.
💡 Example: "Resource alert: A site that matches non-fiction writers with beta readers."
This interview with a best-selling non-fiction author is full of insights. Worth a read.
💡 Example: "This interview with a best-selling non-fiction author is full of insights. Worth a read."
Found a free template for crafting your author bio. Who needs one?
💡 Example: "Found a free template for crafting your author bio. Who needs one?"
Today's share: A quick reference sheet for citation styles in non-fiction.
💡 Example: "Today's share: A quick reference sheet for citation styles in non-fiction."
Check out this guide for managing feedback from editors.
💡 Example: "Check out this guide for managing feedback from editors."
Resource spotlight: A list of non-fiction writing contests open this year.
💡 Example: "Resource spotlight: A list of non-fiction writing contests open this year."
Just found a workshop recording on building a non-fiction platform. Link in comments.
💡 Example: "Just found a workshop recording on building a non-fiction platform. Link in comments."
Has anyone tried this citation management tool? Share your pros and cons.
💡 Example: "Has anyone tried this citation management tool? Share your pros and cons."
Weekly pick: A list of newsletters for non-fiction writers.
💡 Example: "Weekly pick: A list of newsletters for non-fiction writers."
Sharing a resource on writing compelling personal essays. Who wants to discuss?
💡 Example: "Sharing a resource on writing compelling personal essays. Who wants to discuss?"
Check out this timeline template for planning your next non-fiction project.
💡 Example: "Check out this timeline template for planning your next non-fiction project."
Resource share: A database of non-fiction literary agents accepting submissions.
💡 Example: "Resource share: A database of non-fiction literary agents accepting submissions."
Who has used this self-publishing platform for non-fiction books? Share your experience.
💡 Example: "Who has used this self-publishing platform for non-fiction books? Share your experience."
Today's resource: A guide to crafting engaging chapter titles.
💡 Example: "Today's resource: A guide to crafting engaging chapter titles."
Found a video breakdown of bestseller non-fiction book structures. Worth checking out.
💡 Example: "Found a video breakdown of bestseller non-fiction book structures. Worth checking out."
To implement these templates, simply copy and personalize them with your chosen resource, such as a book, article, tool, or podcast. Post consistently, ideally scheduling resource shares weekly or bi-weekly. Always include a brief explanation of why the resource matters and how it solves a specific problem for non-fiction writers. Encourage members to engage by asking for their feedback or experiences with the resource. Rotate between different types of resources and presentation styles to keep the content fresh and appealing.
These templates work across all platforms. For forums and Facebook groups, use formatting features like bold or bullet points to make resources stand out. On Slack or Discord, pin key resource shares and use threads for follow-up discussion. For newsletters, include a concise summary and a direct link. Always adapt your posting frequency and style to match the activity level of your community.
These templates are designed to prompt members to not only share their own resources but also invite others to exchange feedback on works-in-progress, such as memoir excerpts or personal essays. Customize the call-to-action sections to specify the genre (e.g., creative nonfiction, essays) and outline clear guidelines for respectful critique, referencing industry practices like the 'compliment/suggestion/compliment' method common in writing workshops.
Use the templates to pose questions or share tips on nonfiction research—like verifying sources, managing interview transcripts, or navigating copyright for archival materials. Frame your post to ask members about their favorite fact-checking tools, cite examples, or discuss ethical dilemmas specific to nonfiction (e.g., balancing narrative voice with accuracy).
When using these templates, clarify in your post that members should share only their general outlines, tips, or anonymized examples, not full confidential pitches. Foster discussion around common elements—like crafting a compelling hook or including a market analysis—as these are vital in nonfiction book proposals, and respect members’ privacy by discouraging the posting of sensitive details.
Leverage the templates’ structured prompts to ask members for up-to-date submission windows, pay rates, or editorial focuses of nonfiction markets. You can create sub-threads for areas like narrative journalism, reported essays, or personal memoir, ensuring relevance and ease of navigation, and invite updates or corrections to keep the resource list fresh.
Tailor your resource sharing posts to invite members to recommend favorite craft books, podcasts, or articles that address nonfiction voice and POV—such as writing in first-person with journalistic integrity or blending reporting with personal reflection. Encourage members to discuss how these resources influenced their approach or solved specific challenges, creating a focused, craft-driven dialogue.
Yes, several templates include prompts for sharing resources and advice on legal and ethical considerations unique to nonfiction, like securing interviewee permissions, understanding fair use, and avoiding defamation. Use these templates to spark discussions about real-world scenarios—such as publishing sensitive true stories—and to crowdsource recommendations for vetted legal guides or organizations specializing in writers’ rights.
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