Write a Novel in a Year
I can't wait to support you as you write your novel.
Into this course I have distilled many years of knowledge and expertise to help you. I will not just show you how to write your novel, but I will offer materials and exercises for you to develop every area of your skill as a writer.
This course will take you from the dream to the reality. Follow it closely and you will soon be holding your book in your hands.
If you have any questions or want to try a FREE first session, drop me a line
Or click here to arrange book a telephone chat with me. A chance to ask questions and discuss your prospective novel.
See below for an overview of your course:
26 Session Course Outline
Part 1
Planning and Position Self as a Writer
Course Introduction and the vital ingredients of a novel
Generating your idea - fleshing it out and research
Character creation
Creation of settings
The opening and second paragraph
The overall plan
Secondary Characters
Dialogue
Show, Don’t Tell
Character Perspective and Tense
Developing Writing Skills
Writing Scenes
Building Chapters
Part 2
Keeping it going and development of story
Viewpoint (first, second, third) etc.
Mid-Point Review and Narration
Narrative Interiority
Removing authorial voice/letting readers fill the gaps
Techniques for avoiding loss of momentum
Vocabulary choices, using metaphor, wow sentences
Maintaining a strong story – pace and tension
Part 3
Editing and Preparation for Submission
The ‘climax’
the ‘resolution’
Tightening writing and editing
Creating an on-line author platform
Typesetting, Presentation and Perfecting your Manuscript
Networking as a Writer – Celebration of Achievement and Course Evaluation
Bonus Material
The cover letter
Writing a Synopsis
Traditional Publishing – agents and publishers
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If you have any questions or want to try a FREE first session, drop me a line
Or click here to arrange book a telephone chat with me. A chance to ask questions and discuss your prospective novel.