Writing the Book
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How Do You Know When a Novel Isn’t Working?
A stalled scene is not necessarily a failed novel. Here is how to separate an…
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Must Writers Write Every Day?
Must writers write every day? A veteran author explains discipline, nocturnal routines, word-count targets and…
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Do Writers Need to Read Constantly?
Must writers read constantly to write well? An experienced author explains why reading helps—but observation,…
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How Much Research Does a Novel Need?
How much research does a novel need before preparation becomes procrastination? Research enough to begin,…
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Is Your Idea Really a Novel?
How do you know whether a story idea can sustain a novel? Test for pressure,…
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Do You Need to Outline a Novel?
Do you need to outline a novel before writing it? A veteran author explains discovery…
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