{"id":519,"date":"2025-07-28T13:02:27","date_gmt":"2025-07-28T13:02:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/?p=519"},"modified":"2025-07-28T13:02:27","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T13:02:27","slug":"how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Write a Book with No Experience for Beginners?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\ud83d\udcda <strong><em>You don\u2019t need experience to start writing a book\u2014you just need the courage to begin.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>So, you want to write a book, but you\u2019ve never done it before. No creative writing classes. No background in storytelling. Maybe not even a clue where to start. That\u2019s okay. Every bestselling author started right where you are now\u2014with nothing but an idea and a dream.<\/p>\n<p>This blog is your map to move from blank page to completed book, even if you\u2019ve never written more than a long email before. No fancy jargon. Just real, beginner-level guidance that gets results.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/#1_Writing_A_Book_Is_Not_About_Credentials%E2%80%94Its_About_Commitment\" >1. Writing A Book Is Not About Credentials\u2014It\u2019s About Commitment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/#2_Start_with_A_Simple_Idea_Not_A_Bestseller_Blueprint\" >2. Start with A Simple Idea (Not A Bestseller Blueprint)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/#3_Create_A_Loose_Plan%E2%80%94But_Dont_Let_It_Trap_You\" >3. Create A Loose Plan\u2014But Don\u2019t Let It Trap You<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/#4_Write_in_Short_Bursts%E2%80%94And_Dont_Edit_as_You_Go\" >4. Write in Short Bursts\u2014And Don\u2019t Edit as You Go<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/#5_Embrace_%E2%80%9CBad%E2%80%9D_Writing\" >5. Embrace \u201cBad\u201d Writing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/#6_Learn_as_You_Go_Not_Before_You_Start\" >6. Learn as You Go (Not Before You Start)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/#7_Talk_Like_a_Human_Not_A_Literary_Genius\" >7. Talk Like a Human, Not A Literary Genius<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/#8_Surround_Yourself_with_Encouragement\" >8. Surround Yourself with Encouragement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/#9_Finish_Your_First_Draft_Before_Worrying_About_%E2%80%9CQuality%E2%80%9D\" >9. Finish Your First Draft Before Worrying About \u201cQuality\u201d<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/#Finish_the_draft\" >Finish the draft.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/#10_Editing_Is_Where_Good_Writing_Happens\" >10. Editing Is Where Good Writing Happens<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/#11_Self-Doubt_Will_Creep_In%E2%80%94Ignore_It\" >11. Self-Doubt Will Creep In\u2014Ignore It<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/#12_Publishing_Comes_Last\" >12. Publishing Comes Last<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/#13_Yes_You_Can_Call_Yourself_a_Writer\" >13. Yes, You Can Call Yourself a Writer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/#Final_Thoughts_Youre_More_Ready_Than_You_Think\" >Final Thoughts: You\u2019re More Ready Than You Think<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/#Bonus_Advice_from_Beginner_Writers_Turned_Authors\" >Bonus Advice from Beginner Writers Turned Authors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-book-with-no-experience-for-beginners\/#Quick_Writing_Tools_for_Beginners\" >Quick Writing Tools for Beginners<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Writing_A_Book_Is_Not_About_Credentials%E2%80%94Its_About_Commitment\"><\/span>1. Writing A Book Is Not About Credentials\u2014It\u2019s About Commitment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The biggest myth out there is that only professional writers or English majors can write books. Not true. Writing a book is about showing up, day after day, with the willingness to get your thoughts on paper\u2014messy or not.<\/p>\n<p>You don\u2019t need to be the next Shakespeare. You need to <em>start<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Writers with no experience succeed because they:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stay consistent, even when it feels awkward.<\/li>\n<li>Learn by doing, instead of waiting for permission.<\/li>\n<li>Write for clarity, not perfection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Once you realize that writing is a skill\u2014just like cooking or riding a bike\u2014it becomes a lot less intimidating. And skills? They improve with practice.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Start_with_A_Simple_Idea_Not_A_Bestseller_Blueprint\"><\/span>2. Start with A Simple Idea (Not A Bestseller Blueprint)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Beginners often feel overwhelmed by the pressure to be \u201coriginal\u201d or \u201cepic.\u201d But you don\u2019t need a groundbreaking concept to write a book that matters.<\/p>\n<p>You just need an idea that excites <em>you<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ask yourself:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What\u2019s a story I\u2019ve always wanted to tell?<\/li>\n<li>What message do I want to share?<\/li>\n<li>What kind of book would I love to read?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It could be a story from your life, a fiction idea that popped into your head, or a practical how-to book based on your hobbies or struggles. Keep it simple. Don\u2019t overthink. Complexity can come later.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 Tip<em>: Write down 10 rough book ideas without judging them. Pick the one that makes your heart race a little. That\u2019s your starting point.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Create_A_Loose_Plan%E2%80%94But_Dont_Let_It_Trap_You\"><\/span>3. Create A Loose Plan\u2014But Don\u2019t Let It Trap You<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A plan can help, especially when you\u2019re just starting. But it doesn\u2019t have to be rigid. Some writers create detailed outlines. Others just list the major scenes or sections. Either way, you\u2019re not carving your book in stone. Think of it as a sketch.<\/p>\n<p>For nonfiction, jot down the major topics you want to cover. For fiction, think about your main character, the conflict, and how things might end.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t worry if your plan changes halfway through. That\u2019s normal. Plans are for guidance\u2014not for guilt.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Write_in_Short_Bursts%E2%80%94And_Dont_Edit_as_You_Go\"><\/span>4. Write in Short Bursts\u2014And Don\u2019t Edit as You Go<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When you\u2019re new to writing, one of the easiest traps to fall into is <em>trying to edit while writing<\/em>. It kills momentum and creates doubt.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Instead, try this approach:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Set a timer for 20-30 minutes.<\/li>\n<li>Write as much as you can, without stopping to fix anything.<\/li>\n<li>When time\u2019s up, walk away. You\u2019ll edit later.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Short writing sprints help you stay focused and make writing feel manageable. You don\u2019t need to write for hours each day. Just be consistent. Even 500 words a day adds up quickly.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Embrace_%E2%80%9CBad%E2%80%9D_Writing\"><\/span>5. Embrace \u201cBad\u201d Writing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let\u2019s get one thing straight: your first draft will <em>not<\/em> be good. And that\u2019s fine.<\/p>\n<p>Even experienced authors write rough first drafts. The difference? They don\u2019t stop just because it\u2019s messy.<\/p>\n<p>Think of your first draft like a block of clay. It\u2019s not supposed to be pretty. It\u2019s raw material. Your job is to get the clay onto the table. Sculpting comes later.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t chase perfection. Chase progress.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Learn_as_You_Go_Not_Before_You_Start\"><\/span>6. Learn as You Go (Not Before You Start)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many beginners feel like they need to read dozens of books about writing before they even type a word. While learning is important, too much preparation can lead to procrastination.<\/p>\n<p>Instead, try learning just-in-time:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stuck on dialogue? Look up tips when you reach that point.<\/li>\n<li>Not sure how to format a chapter? Figure it out after your first draft.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Confused about publishing?<\/strong> That comes <em>after<\/em> you finish writing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Focus on writing first. Research second.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Talk_Like_a_Human_Not_A_Literary_Genius\"><\/span>7. Talk Like a Human, Not A Literary Genius<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your writing doesn\u2019t have to sound fancy. The best books often use simple, clear language.<\/p>\n<p>Write the way you talk.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re writing fiction, imagine telling your story to a friend around a campfire. If you\u2019re writing nonfiction, pretend you\u2019re helping someone solve a problem over coffee.<\/p>\n<p>Beginner writers often try too hard to sound \u201cwriterly.\u201d Don\u2019t. Readers want connection, not complexity.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Surround_Yourself_with_Encouragement\"><\/span>8. Surround Yourself with Encouragement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Writing a book can feel lonely. You\u2019ll have days where it feels impossible. That\u2019s why encouragement matters.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s what helps:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Join beginner writing groups (online or local).<\/li>\n<li>Follow inspiring writing accounts on social media.<\/li>\n<li>Share your small wins with a friend who supports you.<\/li>\n<li>Reward yourself after each milestone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You\u2019re not alone. Thousands of new writers are on this journey. Find them. Learn from them. Grow with them.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Finish_Your_First_Draft_Before_Worrying_About_%E2%80%9CQuality%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>9. Finish Your First Draft Before Worrying About \u201cQuality\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to be a writer, there\u2019s only one rule you must follow:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Finish_the_draft\"><\/span>Finish the draft.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Don\u2019t stop at chapter three to rework your intro. Don\u2019t spend weeks obsessing over the first sentence. Just finish the story or the book idea\u2014however messy it feels.<\/p>\n<p>Once you have a complete draft, you can edit. That\u2019s where the magic happens.<\/p>\n<p>Until then, your only job is to keep going.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Editing_Is_Where_Good_Writing_Happens\"><\/span>10. Editing Is Where Good Writing Happens<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Once your first draft is done, it\u2019s time to shape it into something great.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Editing is not about fixing typos\u2014it\u2019s about:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cutting parts that don\u2019t serve the story.<\/li>\n<li>Clarifying your message.<\/li>\n<li>Strengthening your characters or arguments.<\/li>\n<li>Polishing your sentences.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You don\u2019t need to be a professional editor. Start with the big picture (structure, flow, clarity) and work your way down to grammar.<\/p>\n<p>If you can afford it, hiring a professional editor\u2014<strong>or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cloudghostwriting.com\/\">working with ghostwriters<\/a><\/strong> who specialize in polishing manuscripts\u2014can take your book to the next level.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Self-Doubt_Will_Creep_In%E2%80%94Ignore_It\"><\/span>11. Self-Doubt Will Creep In\u2014Ignore It<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Every beginner hears that voice:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u201cWho am I to write a book?\u201d<br \/>\n\u201cThis is terrible.\u201d<br \/>\n\u201cNo one will read this.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Ignore that voice. It\u2019s not telling the truth. It\u2019s just fear pretending to be logic.<\/p>\n<p>Confidence doesn\u2019t come before writing. It comes <em>after<\/em> writing\u2014when you realize you\u2019ve done something many people never will.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Publishing_Comes_Last\"><\/span>12. Publishing Comes Last<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many beginners worry too early about agents, royalties, and book deals. But remember:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Publishing happens after writing.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>First, focus on writing the book. Then explore your options:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Self-publishing:<\/strong> Quick, affordable, and great for control.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Traditional publishing:<\/strong> Slower, competitive, but offers wider distribution.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hybrid options:<\/strong> A mix of both, including ghostwriting and professional publishing packages.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whichever path you choose, don\u2019t rush. Take time to polish your book so it\u2019s ready for the world.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Yes_You_Can_Call_Yourself_a_Writer\"><\/span>13. Yes, You Can Call Yourself a Writer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There\u2019s no badge you earn. No certification needed. The moment you write consistently, you are a writer.<\/p>\n<p>The experience will come. The confidence will come. The audience will come.<\/p>\n<p>But first, you must <em>begin<\/em>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts_Youre_More_Ready_Than_You_Think\"><\/span>Final Thoughts: You\u2019re More Ready Than You Think<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Writing a book with no experience isn\u2019t impossible. It\u2019s how most authors <em>start<\/em>. You don\u2019t need a perfect idea, a fancy writing space, or a degree in literature.<\/p>\n<p><strong>You just need:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>An idea you care about<\/li>\n<li>The courage to start writing<\/li>\n<li>The patience to finish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Start small. Write daily. Stay curious. Be kind to yourself.<\/p>\n<p>And remember: every author you admire once knew nothing about writing either.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bonus_Advice_from_Beginner_Writers_Turned_Authors\"><\/span>Bonus Advice from Beginner Writers Turned Authors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\u201cI wrote one page a day while working full-time. A year later, I had a book.\u201d \u2014 First-time nonfiction author<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI stopped worrying about being good and just focused on being done.\u201d \u2014 Debut fiction writer<\/p>\n<p>\u201cEditing felt hard until I realized it was just shaping my own words into something clearer.\u201d \u2014 Self-published memoirist<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Writing_Tools_for_Beginners\"><\/span>Quick Writing Tools for Beginners<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"623\">\n<table width=\"623\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"292\"><strong>Tool<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"331\"><strong>Use<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"292\"><strong>Google Docs<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"331\">Free writing space, easy to use<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"292\"><strong>Grammarly<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"331\">Basic grammar and clarity checks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"292\"><strong>Notion \/ Evernote<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"331\">Organize plot or chapter ideas<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"292\"><strong>Reedsy<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"331\">Free writing and formatting tools<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"292\"><strong>ProWritingAid<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"331\">Deeper editing for structure &amp; style<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\ud83d\udcda You don\u2019t need experience to start writing a book\u2014you just need the courage to begin. So, you want to write a book, but you\u2019ve never done it before. No creative writing classes. No background in storytelling. Maybe not even a clue where to start. That\u2019s okay. 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