Writing Novels

Writing Novels

Novel writing is an art form all its own. Learn the ins and outs of creating a novel a reader can't put down with the help of our professional writers and authors. Some of the tips we have to share are:

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Changing Characters: Handling Multiple Viewpoints in a Novel

Novels written in third person may be told in more than one viewpoint. Here are some tips on making smooth character viewpoint transitions.

Mar 6, 2012 – Vickie Britton

First Paragraph Writing Hooks Help New Writers Get Published

To get published, a novice writer must impress the publisher. The process is the same as for hooking the reader: the first paragraph is crucial.

Nov 27, 2011 – James Parsons

The Writing Hook: Reader Seduction in Miss Peabody's Inheritance

The reader/writer nexus is explored in Elizabeth Jolley's darkly funny yet moving novel 'Miss Peabody's Inheritance'. Authors are seducers.

Nov 26, 2011 – James Parsons

How to Understand Motivation/Reaction as the Key to Emotion

The secret to creating believable emotion.

Nov 22, 2011 – Karen Newcomb

Writing Obstacles

This is dedicated to those of you taking on the challenge of National Novel Writing Month and facing some challenges.

Nov 5, 2011 – Yevheniya Shuportyaka

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