If you wound up with far too much material and managed to produce much more than the 50,000-word minimum and would prefer a novella-length MS, this guide to slimming your manuscript down by Janice Hardy will help. 5. How to keep motivated after the first draft If you reach your 50,00...
The start of your story is possibly the most important part of your book. Sure, a satisfying ending and avoiding a muddy middle are also important, but the beginning is your first impression. You want it to be good. In addition to hooking the reader, the start of your novel is also a...
Research self-publishing opportunities. Many aspiring writers send inquiries to publishers, but there is no guarantee that your novella will be picked up by a publisher. However, that does not mean you cannot get your work published. Many e-book and self-publishing companies exist. In this case...
3. Let your character drive the story 4. Keep your supporting cast small and central 6. Commit to a time and place 7. Ruthlessly revise and cut your story Bonus: Get your novella published! ⏳ How long should your novel be? Take our 1 minute quiz to find out. Start quiz Blog...
The idea of writing a novel can be daunting, but with the right strategies, you can do it. Here's how to write a novel in just six months.
This is a great option if you’d like to launch a book quickly, whether to start building your audience, or to test the viability of a genre or market. Should you write a novella? A novella is perfect for you if… You tend to write succinctly. You want to test the viability of a...
Using your outline as a roadmap, start writing your first draft. Warning: It’s going to be messy! Don’t worry about having perfect grammar or consistent pacing or a narrative with zero plot holes: Just write. You’ll revise your work later; right now, your goal is to get the story...
Writing short stories is an invaluable way to grow your writing craft. Learn how to write a short story with this article.
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Though Throne of Glass was released first, I think A Court of Thorns and Roses is the best place to start for most readers. When I finally picked up a copy of A Court of Thorns and Roses at my local bookstore, it had been years since I last read a fantasy novel. It took me ...