It Starts With an Idea!

Writing for publication is a responsibility of all a profession's members; however, nurses may not have had the opportunity to learn the process of writing and publishing manuscripts in professional journals. The process of writing for publication begins with an idea that is focused on and slanted toward a particular audience. Nurse authors must then create space in their fast-paced day for writing in an environment that supports their concentration and creativity. Several strategies can be used, including reading well-written manuscripts, to assist nurses in writing quality manuscripts that are likely to be published.