How to write a novel is a legitimate question. It can be a scary and overwhelming concept. Novels go unfinished all the time, and writers everywhere get frustrated and discouraged.
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A plot idea is just the beginning when you want to write a book and these simple questions help you turn that idea into a complete story.
Start writing a novel with a process, support, and the accountability of community. Learn more to get going with a sound process.
Want to write a story that works? Learn how to plot your novel using the Save the Cat! Beat Sheet in this post! (Free worksheet included!) #writingtips
Plot structure can mean the difference between 50,000 words worth of beautiful descriptions, action-packed scenes, and witty dialogue—and an actual story.
Novels have many different character types. However, almost every novel will have these 6 character types. Check out bestselling & award-winning examples.
Walk into any book store, and you will find shelves and shelves of fantasy books. But the same clichés run through most of them, and many are so predictable that you only have to read the back cove…
Have you ever had the vibes of your story figured out but no plot? This post gives you an easy process to find out what actually happens in yor novel
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Creating a scene list changed my novel-writing life, and doing the same will change yours too. Includes examples of the scene lists from famous authors.
Are you ready to dive into developing stellar characters? This free course explores fine details and characteristics that convey fascinating insights!
Learning how to create tension in writing is important whatever your genre. Read more on writing a page-turning novel.
If you're about to begin to write an urban fantasy book, be sure to take a look at these 15 urban fantasy clichés to avoid in your story.
How to write realistic fight scenes including injuries, aftermath, action verbs, dialogue, and more. Read the whole article including out table of fight scene injuries →
Writing a romance subplot in your novel can quickly make things cringey. Love stories in storytelling require real characters that feel authentic. Let's look to Han and Leia from Star Wars to see how a fictional relationship can feel real.
What is story conflict? Read examples from novels that show how to use different conflicts in a story to heighten tension and suspense.
I asked my Instagram followers,“What are some signs of amateurish writing, in your opinion?” Here are the results!
Not everyone has had an easy start in life or a smooth time. Some people are survivors of abuse from family members, relationships, or people at school or work, so it's important to know how to create a character who's suffered abuse so they can also be realistic. Discover how to create characters who have suffered abuse in this post! Stand Corrected Editing offers professional book editing services in the UK to aspiring authors worldwide. Book Proofreading Services | Copy Editing Services