If you are new to StoryBook Creator Software (or maybe even a complete computer novice) then one of the biggest steps is the first one. Getting started. You perhaps saw a presentation, became enthusiastic about the potential and full of ideas for books or pages you wanted to create and share and went a head and purchased the software.
Now you are faced with the reality - where to start? You are not alone. I know many people that own the software but have not even opened the packet and installed the software on the computer. I have been using computers since the late 1970's and teaching people to use them for most of that time. My message to first-time users has always been "You can not damage a computer by using it. Unless you type with a hammer you won't break it" The only way to become a proficient user is to first become a user of your computer and software. Make a decision and get started. Don't expect it to be prefect first time.
One of the joys of working with digital media and Storybook Creator is discovering the undo key. If you try something and it didn't work as you expected then pressing the undo key will do as it suggests and undo what you just did. Then again, sometimes these mistakes lead to incredible creative moments worh keeping and repeating and sharing with others.
The hints and tips that I will hopefully share on this blog were discovered in exactly that way. Trying things to see what happens and adapting ideas that others have shared. If you have been reluctant to start then make a decision to 'have a go' and share the results with us.
Remember that help is always available. Share your difficulties in an email and I will be able to help.
If you would like to be able to create the globe on the featured page at the start of this post, come along to Memoranza on the 15th May. Details on my website
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