Learn To Write A Novel

Learn everything about writing a novel, from planning to publishing.

What you'll learn

Learn how to start writing a novel.

Decide what to write about.

Thoroughly outline and plan a novel.

Create engaging, authentic characters.

Create meaningful settings and plot structures.

Master writing style.

Master writing grammar.

Master editing.

Learn how to seek publishing.

Learn how to sell your novel.

Requirements

No writing experience necessary. You will learn everything you need to know to write your first novel.

Description

Many people dream of writing a novel, but have no idea where to even start or what to ever write about. Writing is an art and a science, and without understanding both, writers will struggle. By learning everything about writing novels, new writers can develop the confidence and skills to produce a polished, finished product. Writing an entire novel can seem, daunting, but by taking it step by step and breaking it down into manageable lessons, you will find that it is actually an enjoyable, creative activity.This is a course for new writers who want to write their first novel. We will cover all aspects of writing fiction, from conceptualizing and planning, to outlining, to style, to structure, to plot, characters, and setting, to publishing marketing, to selling, and everything in between. This is a university-level, comprehensive writing course.This course is aimed at beginning writers or people who have not done much writing but want to learn how. All you need is an imagination, the willingness to learn, and the willingness to do the work. If you love to read books and have always wanted to write your own, then this course will take you through that entire journey from beginning to end.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction and How to Decide What to Write About

Lecture 2 Outlining Your Characters, Setting, and Plot

Lecture 3 Choosing a Point of View

Lecture 4 Choosing a Verb Tense and English Verb Review

Lecture 5 Theme, Tone, and Mood

Lecture 6 Tone and Mood Examples and General Plot Summary

Lecture 7 The Hero's Journey and Plot/Story Structures

People who want to learn everything about writing, publishing, and selling a novel.