Herman MelvilleTo produce a mighty book, you must choose a mighty theme.
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The theme of a book is one of the most important factors in the book’s success, along with the content. It can be difficult to write about something that’s not very interesting. Luckily, there are plenty of topics to choose from. But think carefully about the subject choice before you start writing.
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