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„takes readers through every aspect of the writing process, from planning a novel and getting started, through to securing a publishing contract.“ (Publishing News (Main), Friday 18th May) „. takes readers through every aspect of the process, from planning a novel and getting started, through to securing a contract.“ (Publishing News (Main) Friday 18th May)
Includes advice on perfecting dialogue, plot, and endings
Turn your bright idea into a brilliant novel
With a published author advising you on how to write a great novel, and a literary agent on how to get a publishing deal, this guide gives you the complete inside track on the art and science of breaking into the fiction publishing industry. It takes you step-by-step from concept to contract so you have all the tools you need to tell your story with skill, and approach agents and publishers with confidence.
* Structure your novel *
Develop believable characters *
Put the seven basic stories to work *
Troubleshoot and edit your work *
Get a good agent *
Negotiate a deal
Turn your bright idea into a brilliant novel
With a published author advising you on how to write a great novel, and a literary agent on how to get a publishing deal, this guide gives you the complete inside track on the art and science of breaking into the fiction publishing industry. It takes you step-by-step from concept to contract so you have all the tools you need to tell your story with skill, and approach agents and publishers with confidence.
* Structure your novel *
Develop believable characters *
Put the seven basic stories to work *
Troubleshoot and edit your work *
Get a good agent *
Negotiate a deal