Open Draft - with Fabio Cerpelloni What it means to be an aspiring tiny book author
Feb 17, 2026
A clear definition of what it means to be a tiny book author and how to tell if that fits you. A discussion on the distinction between writing privately and publishing for others. Reasons to start with short books and why 10k–20k words can be powerful. Tips on serving readers, picking a specific audience, and low-pressure project ideas and prompts.
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Writing Is Defined By Doing
- Writing is defined by doing the act, not by credentials or publication status.
- If you write regularly and enjoy it, Fabio Cerpelloni says you are a writer.
Publish To Become An Author
- Publish to move from writer to author; an author is someone who publishes something.
- Hit publish because you believe your work matters and you want others to see it, Fabio urges.
Start With A Short Book
- Start with a short book between 10,000 and 20,000 words to make the project doable.
- Choose a tiny book as your first book because it's small enough to finish yet deep enough to matter.