Write a Novel in a Year

<p>According to a recent study of writers 97 out of 100 stories are languishing in drawers and on hard drives.</p><p><br>Write a Novel in a Year will ensure that your story is NOT one of them!<br><br>This book will support you from the first to the last word of your novel whilst nurturing your talent as a writer.<br>You will start by exploring the reasons you want to write a novel the experiences and commitment you can bring to your writing and then you'll be supported every step of the way from idea to book.<br><br>The path you'll take ensures you won't just wander you'll know exactly where you're going. You may also find the separately available companion workbook useful.<br><br>Here's some of what Write a Novel in a Year includes:<br><br>Deciding on a genre and theme<br>Research<br>Getting to know your characters<br>Bringing your settings to life<br>Plotting the story<br>Getting started - your novel's opening<br><br>Writing great dialogue<br>'Show don't tell'<br>Story pacing<br>Structuring your novel<br>Creating intrigue and tension<br>Writing with your audience in mind<br><br>Editing your work<br>How to present your novel<br>Outlets for publication<br>Networking with publishers and other writers<br>Promoting yourself as an author<br><br>You will be writing one to two pages a day (250-500 words) and will complete your first draft within one year.</p><p><br>Happy Writing!</p>