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How to develop a story: 10 steps to a winning plot

Learning how to develop a story so that you take readers on an unforgettable journey is key to becoming a great novelist. Here are 10 steps to ensure that the final draft of your book has a winning, memorable plot

How to plot a novel: 7 tips for success

Learning how to plot a novel means first understanding the elements of great plots. Here are 7 tips for plotting a story that will engage readers from … Read More

How to plot a series: 8 steps for multi-book arcs

Plotting just one novel is challenging, never mind plotting a multi-book arc. Having structure and a plan helps. Here’s how to plot a series in 8, structured … Read More

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What are good topics for novels? 14 ways to find winners

Whether you’re between projects or planning on writing your first book, there are many ways to decide what are good novel topics. Here are 14 ideas for … Read More

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How to write story exposition that hooks readers fast

‘Story exposition’ is often described as background, the necessary part to include so that readers know when, where and why your story takes place. Yet the exposition … Read More

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How a novel writing coach helps you get better faster

The benefits of coaching in athletics and business are well known. How does a novel writing coach help you write your story, though? Read on for eight … Read More

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Writing focus: 9 ways to improve yours

When you’re writing, your focus isn’t ‘on’ every day of the week. Improve your writing focus so you can get to work and finish your story. Try … Read More

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Author interview: Writing historical romance with Fil Reid

We interview Now Novel member Fil Reid who recently won Dragonblade Publishing’s “The Write Stuff” contest about writing historical romance. About Fil and her winning publishing contest … Read More

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Tips when writing a book: Top 10 from Now Novel’s webinars

Many tips to remember to when writing a book are shared in writing seminars, interviews, critique circles and webinars around the world. Here are ten curated from … Read More

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Writing circle pros: 8 reasons to share your story

What is a writing circle or workshop? It’s a space (either online or in person) to share and discuss writing and grow. Read 8 reasons to join … Read More

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Your goals in writing: 10 ideas to keep them

Keeping to your goals in writing is hard. Maybe balancing creative ‘me’ time and office time grew harder while working from home. Or you commute a lot. … Read More

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How to start a novel: First chapter examples that hook

Mastering how to start a novel with promise, intrigue or riveting suspense is important for hooking your reader fast. Read first chapter examples from diverse genres that … Read More

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Featured Articles

How to develop a story: 10 steps to a winning plot

How to plot a novel: 7 tips for success

How to plot a series: 8 steps for multi-book arcs

Latest Articles

by Jordan

What are good topics for novels? 14 ways to find winners

by Jordan

How to write story exposition that hooks readers fast

by Jordan

How a novel writing coach helps you get better faster

by Jordan

Writing focus: 9 ways to improve yours

by Jordan

Author interview: Writing historical romance with Fil Reid

by Jordan

Tips when writing a book: Top 10 from Now Novel’s webinars

by Jordan

Writing circle pros: 8 reasons to share your story

by Jordan

Your goals in writing: 10 ideas to keep them

by Jordan

How to start a novel: First chapter examples that hook

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