So You Want to Write a Novel - A Direct Practical Step-by-Step Guide for the Aspiring Author

Lou Willett Stanek

Summary

You know there is a novel locked inside of you—chock-full of conflict, humor, irony, enthralling events and fascinating characters. What you don't know is how to set it free.Practical Advice, Hands-On HelpRespected author and professional writing instructor Lou Willett Stanek's New York workshops have enabled scores of aspiring novelists to realize their dreams of completing credible and compelling manuscripts. Here, in a positive, "user-friendly" format, she offers not only encouragement and motivation, but Clear, Step-By-Step Instructions To Accomplish Your Goal—from original conception through final draft.Learn How To:  Set up and stick to a writing schedule  Create unforgettable characters  Follow strong plotting and solid structure guidelines  Choose a viewpoint and develop conflict  Handle flashbacks and transitionsNot Just Philosophy Or A Simple Motivational Tool, This Is The Book That Tells You How To Succeed

Available since: 11/20/2012.

Print length: 212 pages.

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