Planning & Writing a Book: An Author’s Guide From Start to Finish
Do you have a story you’d like to write but aren’t sure how to begin? Need some guidance to help you with everything from planning to polish? This page offers a variety of resources to help you through every step of the writing process—from outlining, to writing believable characters, to finishing your book and beyond.
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How to Start Writing Your Book
Sometimes, getting started writing your book is the hardest part. Feeling overwhelmed before you even begin? These tips will help you to approach your new manuscript with confidence.
Crafting Your Story
You’ve got the outline, but how do you bring the book to life? From crafting believable characters to using effective exposition, here’s how to write a book that will wow its readers.
- Crafting Complex Characters: The Big Five Dimensions of Believable Characters
- 3 Proven Ways You Can Write Believable Characters
- 4 Tips to Help You Write Believable Dialogue Like a Pro
- The 4 Most Important Narrator Types for Writers (and How to Choose One)
- What is Exposition? 4 Tips on How to Write Effective Exposition
How to Finish Writing Your Book
After so much planning and writing, you’d think the end would be the easiest part to write, but finishing your book can sometimes be just as much of a challenge as starting it! These tips will help you craft that perfect ending.
Editing Your Book
Finished your book and not sure what to do next? We answer all your questions about what to do after you’ve written ‘The End’ on your manuscript.
Didn’t Find What You’re Looking For? Have More Questions?
If you’re looking for something we haven’t covered or have questions about any part of the writing process (or something else), let us know. Contact us at [email protected] and we’ll be happy to help!
