The purpose of this Writer's Forum is to share seven stages for writing a book from your dissertation: relinquishing control of your dissertation; selecting and working with your publisher; defining and writing for your audience; revising and drafting your dissertation into a book; securing and using feedback; including front matter, back matter, and purpose; and submitting a final copy to your publisher. This Writer's Forum explores obstacles that may prevent you from tackling the goal of writing a book from your dissertation. It also provides encouragement to embark on the journey of writing a book from your dissertation.