Dialogue Writing (free preview)
Learn how to write good dialogue that is full of purpose and four key functions of dialogue.
Character Arcs
Learn about creating character arcs that make your readers invest in characters’ journeys.
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Showing vs Telling
Learn about showing vs telling in writing. Get practical advice on how to make your stories a more immersive reader experience.
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Getting Started
What do you need to do to get started with writing your new novel? This session gives an overview on how to set goals, how to make writing a priority, and includes fun exercises to get the creative juices flowing.
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Story Structure
Classic three-act structure made simple - understanding the major plot points in order to craft a strong plot outline
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Self-Publishing
Everything you need to know before you take the leap into self-publishing for the first time
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What is Group Coaching? (public)
A Q&A with our coaches in which we discuss how the Now Novel group coaching program works.
Creating Characters
Fun ways to create believable and compelling characters.
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Writing Cosy Mysteries with Catherine Coles (public)
We chat with British historical cozy mystery author Catherine Coles about writing in the mystery genre as well as her career and writing process.
Introduction to Genre Fiction
This webinar kicks off our series profiling different fiction genres, and gives an overview of the genres covered throughout the series.
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The Writing Process
In this webinar, we look at the many different writing processes and plotting methods available to authors.
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Genre: Literary Fiction
Join coach Jordan Kantey as he delves into Literary Fiction, what it is, as well as its key elements.
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Genre: Memoir
Coach Hedi Lampert discusses the skills and techniques needed for writing memoirs.
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Writing Sci Fi with Kate Baucherel (public)
Jordan Kantey interviews sci-fi author Kate Baucherel about her writing process and writing in the sci-fi genre.
Genre: Young Adult
Author and writing coach Nerine Dorman discusses writing for Young Adult readers.
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Genre: Romance
An introduction to the conventions and reader expectations of the world's best-selling genre.
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Genre: Paranormal
Coach Nerine Dorman discusses writing in the paranormal genre.
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Interview with Charlotte Colwill and Kay Peddle
Brendan of Now Novel interviews UK literary agents Charlotte Colwill and Kay Peddle.
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The Emotional Side of Writing
Coach Romy Sommer discusses the emotional side of writing - expectations, procrastination, self-doubt, writers' block, writing with depression/chronic illness.
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Genre: Horror/Thriller
Romy Sommer of Now Novel interviews horror/thriller author Joan de la Haye in this final instalment of our 2022 genre-themed series.
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How to Revise Your NaNoWriMo Novel
Coach Romy Sommer discusses techniques for revising your first draft
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Opening Sentences Workshop
We kick off the new year with a fun, interactive workshop. Bring your opening sentences and we'll help you polish them until they shine.
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The Writer's Voice
Voice is that intangible quality that sets our work apart from the crowd - but how do we develop our own unique writer's voice? In this workshop we explore what voice is as well as techniques to develop it.
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The Art of the Query Letter
Wondering how to write a query letter that will attract the attention of an agent or editor? This webinar has answers.
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Designing Your Career
Traditional or indie publishing, or something in between - how do you choose the best way forward for your author career? We discuss the pros and cons of each so you can design a career that works for you.
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Hooking the Reader
How to create an opening scene that is guaranteed to hook readers.
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Writing Exercises Workshop
Join editor and Crits Live host Jordan Kantey for a fun, interactive workshop where we answer short writing prompts and work on elements of craft such as description, dialogue, hook-writing, and creating a compelling narrative voice.
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Getting the Balance Right. Focus on Dialogue, Character and Exposition.
Balance – the key to writing beautifully. Dialogue, narration, character development and exposition, show vs tell, bringing in emotion. Sure, it's daunting, and how do you do it anyway? And how much is too much or not enough? In this session we focus on including all these elements and getting the balance right.
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