How to Write a Book

on 11/08/2017 - 09:14 am

Writing - Planning - Your Book

 

1. Big Picture - Start with a one-line summary of your novel

2. Three Acts - Write a synopsis including the 3 acts of your book


3. Spotlight - Write one-page descriptions of each character (very important)

4. Location, Location, Location - Build the setting(s) and determine their significance

5. I or You - Decide on the P.O.V. - it can make or break your novel!

6. It's About Time - Create a pace between scenes and be consistent

7. Pen to Paper - Write your first draft (and then your 2nd, 3rd...)

8. Edit Out - Self-edit and then send out to an Editor

9. Edit In - Revise and Rewrite

10. Off to the Presses - Publish your book. Just do it!

11. Cheers! - Have a stiff drink because you deserve it!

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