Download or read book How to Write a Story written by Kate Messner and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2020-07-07 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The inspiring sequel to the 2015 Parent's Choice Winner, How to Read a Story! Step 1: Choose an idea for your story. A good one. Step 2: Decide on a setting. Don't be afraid to mix things up. Step 3: Create a heroine—or a hero. Now: Begin. Accomplished storytellers Kate Messner and Mark Siegel playfully chronicle the process of becoming a writer in this fun follow-up to How to Read a Story, guiding young storytellers through the joys and challenges of the writing process. From choosing an idea, to creating a problem for their character to resolve, to coming to The End, this empowering picture book breaks down the writing process in a dynamic and accessible way, encouraging kids to explore their own creativity—and share their stories with others! • Perfect for educators, librarians, and parents who are helping children develop early writing and reading skills • Great read-aloud book for preschool- and kindergarten-aged children interested in learning to read • Helps teach Common Core Curriculum skills Young readers who love We Are in a Book!, How Rocket Learned to Read, and Also an Octopus will love the reading and writing lessons and inspiration in How to Write a Story. • Read-aloud books for kids ages 3–5 • Learning to write books for kids • Kindergarten, pre-K creativity books Kate Messner is an award-winning author whose many books for kids have been selected as Best Books by the New York Times, Junior Library Guild, Indie Bound, and Bank Street College of Education. She lives on Lake Champlain with her family. Mark Siegel is the author of many graphic novels and children's picture books, including the 5 Worlds series, as well as the illustrator of How to Read a Story and the Robert F. Sibert Honor Book To Dance: A Ballerina's Graphic Novel. He lives in New York.

Download or read book The Elysian Prophecy written by Vivien Reis and published by Copper Hound Press LLC. This book was released on 2018-02-20 with total page 454 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An enchanted island. An evil resurrected. A society determined to gain power. When a violent attack leaves their father in the hospital, Abigail and Benjamin Cole discover there's more to their family history than mental illness. But after fifteen-year-old Abi is abducted, she learns the attack wasn't random. Thrust into an exotic and beautiful world part of a multi-millennial feud, she must decide who to trust in a society built on secrets. Questioning everything she's ever known, she enlists the help of a boy connected to her in impossible ways and uncovers a dangerous secret stretching generations. Seventeen-year-old Ben desperately searches for both his sister and his mother, but his hold on reality is fading. Something dark has latched onto him. In a race against his own failing mind, where violent hallucinations and paranoia force him to believe he's next in line for the family curse, he learns he's the only one that can save his family. When darkness is coming, who do you trust? Magic. Deceit. War. Perfect for fans of Libba Bray, Cassandra Clare, and Leigh Bardugo.

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Download or read book 10 Easy Steps to Write Your Novel written by Kristen James and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-03-12 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The "Quick Start Guide" to outlining and writing your novel! Helpful exercises with each step. Tips for beginnings and more advanced writers. Have you ever wondered how to write a novel? Have you started and got frustrated? Or have you written a few novels but still want to streamline your process and learn more about structure, plot, characters, setting, and putting it all together? Do you struggle with outlining? 10 Easy Steps to Write Your Novel breaks the process down and guides you from the idea stage through plotting, outlining, writing, and revising. Written by Kristen James, an editor, novelist, ghostwriter and publisher. She has penned over thirty books in both fiction and nonfiction, and her work has hit the top 100 in Kindle in the US, UK, and Canada.

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Download or read book Save the Cat Writes a Novel written by Jessica Brody and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2018-10-09 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first novel-writing guide from the best-selling Save the Cat! story-structure series, which reveals the 15 essential plot points needed to make any novel a success. Novelist Jessica Brody presents a comprehensive story-structure guide for novelists that applies the famed Save the Cat! screenwriting methodology to the world of novel writing. Revealing the 15 "beats" (plot points) that comprise a successful story--from the opening image to the finale--this book lays out the Ten Story Genres (Monster in the House; Whydunit; Dude with a Problem) alongside quirky, original insights (Save the Cat; Shard of Glass) to help novelists craft a plot that will captivate--and a novel that will sell.

Download or read book Write a Novel in 10 Minutes a Day written by Katharine Grubb and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2020-03-19 with total page 277 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: LEARN HOW TO WRITE FICTION BY WRITING EVERY DAY Would you like to write but have no spare time? Do you not know where to begin? Write A Novel In 10 Minutes A Day will help you sculpt a full-length piece of creative writing in just ten minutes a day. Starting with a daily practical exercise, it will help you manage your writing schedule within this time frame and help you bring your novel to life. You will be able to clarify your vision and review your time commitments, as well as understand your own abilities. Learning to observe the world around you, write quickly and tap into your unique voice will help you to create all the elements of your story and, by the time you've finished all the exercises, you'll have created something beautiful. ABOUT THE SERIES The Teach Yourself Creative Writing series helps aspiring authors tell their story. Covering a range of genres from science fiction and romantic novels, to illustrated children's books and comedy, this series is packed with advice, exercises and tips for unlocking creativity and improving your writing. And because we know how daunting the blank page can be, we set up the Just Write online community at tyjustwrite, for budding authors and successful writers to connect and share.

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Download or read book 7 Easy Steps to Write Your Book written by Ann McIndoo and published by . This book was released on 2013-07 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 7 Easy Steps to Write Your Book' teaches you how to write your book using examples and exercises. Totally interactive, the reader participates in learning how to prepare to write, creates a writer's Identity and their own powerful Writer's Power Tools. The book offers solutions for procrastination and strategies for dealing with "writer's block." The reader learns how to "Schedule Your Success" and get the book out of their head on to the paper.

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Download or read book How to Write Your First Book written by Stefanie Newell and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-11-24 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Calling all aspiring writers, speakers, coaches, experts, entrepreneurs, business professionals or anyone considering writing a book for the first time... If the thought of writing a book has been confusing for you in the past, then here's the simplest strategy for writing your first book and ensuring you're a successful author! Do you have a book idea that you've wanted to write for a while but were confused on the steps? Are you overwhelmed by all of the books on writing, publishing and marketing? With a proven formula for success How to Write Your First Book will help you to write better and to understand the fundamentals of writing your first book no matter your writing level or ability. If you are motivated to take your career to the next level or simply want to publish the fiction idea that's been floating around in your mind, the simple and easy to use formula called the W.R.I.T.E. method will help you to accomplish your goal of becoming a published author. Whether you are a new author hoping to find success with your very first book or a professional using it to brand your business, this formula works! The fact of the matter is a well-written book does not always guarantee success. With the W.R.I.T.E. method, you are given the tools you need to attract your audience and make a consistent passive income from your books so that you can write for a living. In this book, all of the questions you didn't even know you had will be answered. You'll learn: - The formula for writing a book that ensures success! - How to research your book idea to determine if it's profitable before you write the book! - How to choose between traditional or self-publishing based on your time, writing goals and budget! - How to write specifically for your target audience so that you can sell more books! - How to create a book title, cover, and book description that will garner you massive sales! - What to consider with respects to your very first book launch and while creating an author platform! - And much more! Perfect Gift Idea For Writers! It doesn't matter if you are looking to write great fiction or an inspiring non-fiction book, whether you choose to self-publish or traditionally publish, this book will be of value to you! If you've been waiting to write a bestseller because you just didn't know how to get started, look no further! This step-by-step guide places you on the path to success! Buy How to Write Your First Book today and be one step closer to becoming a published author in 2017! Stefanie is an expert in her field and that shows through in her writing. I have been writing for quite some time, but this book gave me information I didn't know anything about. This is definitely a must for anyone thinking about writing a book for publication. - Sarah S.

Download or read book How to Write a Novel Using the Snowflake Method written by Randy Ingermanson and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2014-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Snowflake Method-ten battle-tested steps that jump-start your creativity and help you quickly map out your story.

Download or read book How to Write a Novel in 10 Easy Steps written by Eva Alton and published by Eva Alton. This book was released on 2024-03-11 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you have a clear sense of what the book you want to write is like, but you get stuck when it's time to start it, or when you get halfway through? Do you have images of characters in your head and dialogues that resonate in your mind, but you feel you lack the "instruction manual" to put it all together? If you can relate, this book is for you! Written in a clear and entertaining tone, here you will find proven strategies for planning an intriguing story from beginning to end. There are many ways to write a novel, but this book will show you a very easy, quick, step-by-step method, which focuses on: Character-plot synergy: characters evolve in sync with the plot, maintaining intrigue and offering the reader a more credible and satisfying conclusion. Flexible structure, valid for most literary genres. Evolutionary development of characters - from their introduction to the resolution of the main conflict. Impactful resolution of stories and inclusion of underlying messages to add layers of depth to the plot. Varied examples and exercises so you can practice with your own stories. Whether you are a new writer or an experienced one looking to perfect your skills, this book will be a great companion on your road to literary success. Other books by the author: Practical Workbook How to Write a Novel Step-by-Step: A Novel Outlining Book for Authors with Structuring Strategies and Worksheets Fiction Titles: Hidden Notes Stray Witch Witch's Mirror Witches' Masquerade Witches' Elements The Vampire's Assistant A Winter's Cobalt Kiss

Download or read book How to Write a Novel in 10 Easy Steps written by Eva Alton and published by Eva Alton. This book was released on 2024-03-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you have a clear sense of what the book you want to write is like, but you get stuck when it's time to start it, or when you get halfway through? Do you have images of characters in your head and dialogues that resonate in your mind, but you feel you lack the "instruction manual" to put it all together? If you can relate, this book is for you! Written in a clear and entertaining tone, here you will find proven strategies for planning an intriguing story from beginning to end. There are many ways to write a novel, but this book will show you a very easy, quick, step-by-step method, which focuses on: Character-plot synergy: characters evolve in sync with the plot, maintaining intrigue and offering the reader a more credible and satisfying conclusion. Flexible structure, valid for most literary genres. Evolutionary development of characters - from their introduction to the resolution of the main conflict. Impactful resolution of stories and inclusion of underlying messages to add layers of depth to the plot. Varied examples and exercises so you can practice with your own stories. Whether you are a new writer or an experienced one looking to perfect your skills, this book will be a great companion on your road to literary success. Other books by the author: Practical Workbook How to Write a Novel Step-by-Step: A Novel Outlining Book for Authors with Structuring Strategies and Worksheets Fiction Titles: Hidden Notes Stray Witch Witch's Mirror Witches' Masquerade Witches' Elements The Vampire's Assistant A Winter's Cobalt Kiss

Download or read book How to Write Your First Novel written by M.L. Ronn and published by Author Level Up LLC. This book was released on 2018-10-24 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you still dreaming about writing that book? Learning how to write your first novel can be overwhelming. You have to master outlining, writing, revising, and so much more...and it can be scary if you've never done it before. While it seems daunting, writing your first novel is simple when you have someone experienced to help you through it. In this writer’s guide, prolific writer M.L. Ronn shares an easy step-by-step process of writing compelling fiction that he's perfected after writing 40+ books. Write your first novel with structured advice tailored for beginners: Learn the basic building blocks of every story and how to put them together Develop an effective outline (or learn how to write without one!) Discover winning formulas that mega-bestsellers use to write their novels Navigate your novel’s “murky middle” with 7 unorthodox strategies that will get you unstuck in no time Revise your story without fear Writing your first novel is life-changing. Download this writer’s guide, follow the step-by-step instructions, and you'll wake up one morning very soon with a finished manuscript waiting for you. V1.0

Download or read book How to Write a Novel the Easy Way written by Jim Driver and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2014-09-22 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writing A Novel Has Never Been Easier Have you ever wanted to write a book, but could never get started? Maybe you gave up after getting bogged down in silly plot problems? You are NOT ALONE. Most people who try and write a novel give up or fail miserably. If you need help writing your novel, you need look no further. Publisher, editor and writer, Jim Driver, reveals many of the secrets the experts use to write bestselling novels. He says: "Taking inspiration from the Pulp Fiction writers of the 1940s and 1950s, showed me how to banish writers' block forever. I also discovered the easiest way to create and plot commercial novels." Know What Your Readers Will Buy Before You Write A Word! "Writing your novel should be fun and it can be easy. But you have to know how to motivate yourself and reach a point where the words will not stop flowing out of you." This will be the last book you need to read before you write your bestselling novel.