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    How to Write a Novel
    How to Write a Novel
    How to Write a Novel
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    How to Write a Novel

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    If you have fashion in writing and you want to learn "How To Write a Novel" then get a copy of this guide.

    The writing process is a little bit different from one person to the next, but fundamentally, it’s very similar. When someone sits down to write, there tends to be an awkward “uninspired” moment in the beginning, when you begin to get over the doubt and the thoughts of not knowing what to say and then jump into it anyway. Usually once you’ve gotten a few sentences out – sometimes a paragraph or two – you suddenly slip into, "the zone:" that inspired and motivated place where the work comes out effortlessly and you can just keep going for pages and pages. • This book isn't about telling you how to write or making assumptions that everyone goes through the same process. Quite the contrary - I'd like to point out right now that not every writer will follow a process. Some follow no process at all. I'm here to simply share some things that work for me and help me to keep my ideas and thoughts organized so the stories make sense. There are a number of ways to do that, and I'll cover some of my favorites in this eBook. • Most people write for themselves, and many people don’t necessarily publish a book. But those who want to write a novel and are intimidated by the idea are the people I’m writing this book for. • One of the questions I ask myself the most is, “Why is it so hard to stay inspired?” Maybe you get stuck on a part of the book or the thought of 90,000 words scares you. Either way, there are some little tricks and activities you can do in order to maintain a steady focus and inspiration. • For some reason, people have this misconception of authors and writers, that writers just sit down, type up a perfect manuscript the first time around, and then sit back and relax as the royalties roll in. In reality, writers brainstorm, take notes, make outlines, do research either in person or online - or at libraries, verify information, ask questions, and have to have the ability to remove chunks of their work from their document if it's excessive. • And with no boss looking over your shoulder to be accountable to, an author has to be accountable to him or herself, not to mention be a self-starter. • It takes discipline and patience, not to mention determination, but if you’re serious about writing a novel, then keep reading! Click "Buy Now" to Learn How To Write a Novel.

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    Release dateOct 13, 2016
    ISBN9781370700349
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      How to Write a Novel - HowExpert

      How to Write a Novel

      Your Step-By-Step Guide To Writing a Novel

      By HowExpert Press & Jennifer-Crystal Johnson

      Copyright 2016 www.HowExpert.com

      Smashwords Edition

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      This ebook is licensed for your personal enjoyment only. This ebook may not be re-sold or given away to other people. If you would like to share this book with another person, please purchase an additional copy for each recipient. If you’re reading this book and did not purchase it, or it was not purchased for your use only, then please return to your favorite ebook retailer and purchase your own copy. Thank you for respecting the hard work of this author.

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      Table of Contents

      Introduction

      Chapter 1 The Ideas

      Chapter 2 Brainstorming The Sub-Plot(s)

      Chapter 3 Brainstorming Characters

      Chapter 4 The Details

      Chapter 5 Developing Your Character

      Chapter 6 Creating An Outline

      Chapter 7 Perseverance

      Chapter 8 Revision And Input From Others

      Chapter 9 Editing

      Chapter 10 The Manuscript

      Chapter 11 Agents

      Chapter 12 Publishers

      Chapter 13 Self-Publishing

      Chapter 14 Final Thoughts

      About The Author

      Recommended Resources

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      Introduction

      The writing process is a little bit different from one person to the next, but fundamentally, it’s very similar. When someone sits down to write, there tends to be an awkward uninspired moment in the beginning, when you begin to get over the doubt and the thoughts of not knowing what to say and then jump into it anyway. Usually once you’ve gotten a few sentences out – sometimes a paragraph or two – you suddenly slip into, the zone: that inspired and motivated place where the work comes out effortlessly and you can just keep going for pages and pages.

      This book isn't about telling you how to write or making assumptions that everyone goes through the same process. Quite the contrary - I'd like to point out right now that not every writer will follow a process. Some follow no process at all. I'm here to simply share some things that work for me and help me to keep my ideas and thoughts organized so the stories make sense. There are a number of ways to do that, and I'll cover some of my favorites in this eBook.

      Most people write for themselves, and many people don’t necessarily publish a book. But those who want to write a novel and are intimidated by the idea are the people I’m writing this book for.

      One of the questions I ask myself the most is, Why is it so hard to stay inspired? Maybe you get stuck on a part of the book or the thought of 90,000 words scares you. Either way, there are some little tricks and activities you can do in order to maintain a steady focus and inspiration.

      For some reason, people have this misconception of authors and writers, that writers just sit down, type up a perfect manuscript the first time around, and then sit back and relax as the royalties roll in. In reality, writers brainstorm, take notes, make outlines, do research either in person or online - or at libraries, verify information, ask questions, and have to have the ability to remove chunks of their work from their document if it's excessive.

      And with no boss looking over your shoulder to be accountable to, an author has to be accountable to him or herself, not to mention be a self-starter.

      It takes discipline and patience, not to mention determination, but if you’re serious about writing a novel, then keep reading!

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      Chapter 1The Idea

      Brainstorming The Main Plot

      The movies you see these days and the books you read have a tendency to have

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