Writing Novels
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Complex Scope of Writing a Novel
To write a novel well is a huge task, incorporating character, theme, voice and much more. Here's how to conquer the intimidation and accompanying writer's block. more...
John Grisham, Dick Francis, Jeff Stone and Sara Gruen are great examples for aspiring writers to "write what you know." more...
Four essential elements of fiction - plot, theme, characterization and voice - are discussed by editor Arthur A. Levine. more...
Write Compelling Opening Lines
It only takes editors a few pages to know if they like your novel. Here are some tips to develop character, setting and mood in your first lines. more...
A great opening will pull readers into your novel and not let them put it down. Here are ways to develop problems, questions and "uh-ohs" in your first lines. more...
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By: Vickie Britton
"I'm sorry, but this book just doesn't meet our editorial needs..." are the cruelest words a writer can hear. But what do they really mean? more...
Writers,Creativity and Depression
By: Vickie Britton
It has long been known that writers, artists, and others who work in creative fields can become prone to depression, especially just after completion of a project. more...
Conflict is what makes a story worth reading. Without a struggle, a moral choice, tension, and opposing forces, a story would be nothing but a boring discussion of facts. more...
What it Takes to Publish a Novel
By: Adair Jones
To get a publishing contract for your novel, you need to work hard, attend literary events and workshops, enter contests, meet other writers and continue to write. more...
Tips on carving time out of a busy schedule to write your novel now. more...
Write a Novel Using an Outline
By: Joe Lam
Learn how outlining can help you establish major plot points, keep your story focused, and make your writing easier. more...
By: Vickie Britton
Developing a sense of place is very important to a novel as it adds flavor and color to the plot and characters. more...
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