Steps for Writing a Novel

So many people say, "I'd like to write a book ... someday." Many never get past the first chapter or two because the process seems so overwhelming.


In 2011, I detailed the steps of writing a novel. Every writer is different, every book is different, but my hope is that you'll at least make progress on that goal of writing a novel.


Here's a list of the posts in the Write Now series:


Step one: Composting


Brainstorming Ideas


Characters

Setting
Step Two: Writing
Step Four: Writing the First Draft

  1. Arrive late
  2. Leave Early
Step Five: Give yourself a break


Step Six: Editing


The Second Draft

The Third Draft









I'm also interviewing authors about their process for writing a novel:
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