The Novelry on Writing
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From First Draft to Book Deal: Debut Author Anna Brook-Mitchell and…
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About this podcast
Learn how novels work from publishing’s top experts at The Novelry, the world’s #1 school for writers. Hosted by our best-selling writing coaches, this podcast is a practical, helpful guide to writing novels for every genre. Learn our inside tips and tricks to make your writing a joyful experience while building your expertise in writing craft. With new topics every week, there is always something to learn at The Novelry, the world’s top-rated fiction writing school with more 5* reviews from writers than any other creative writing course.
Episodes
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- From First Draft to Book Deal: Debut Author Anna Brook-Mitchell and Agent Jemima Forrester on What It Takes to Get Published · 58 min · Season 3 Episode 22Anna Brook-Mitchell had just been made redundant when she decided to write her first novel. Three years later, she had six agent offers and a publishing deal with Pan Macmillan…
- How I Got Published – Writing My First Novel with The Novelry · 41 min · Season 3 Episode 21Do you dream of publishing a book? Join editor Josie Humber and author Brisa Carleton for this very special bonus episode of The Novelry on Writing. Find out how Brisa turned an…
- The 5 Ps: Prose: Writing Good Prose in Fiction · 15 min · Season 3 Episode 20Writing prose in fiction is all about using your unique voice. In this final bonus episode of The Novelry on Writing, authors Tara Conklin and Urban Waite dive into: ✍️ How to…
- The 5 Ps: Plot - Writing Plot Structure · 12 min · Season 3 Episode 19While you can’t get the whole plot of a novel in the first three pages, those initial pages need to set up a foundation for writing plot structure. The plot is the journey your…
- The 5 Ps: Place - How to Write the Setting of a Story · 22 min · Season 3 Episode 18Setting or Place in a story is a crucial component of a novel. In this bonus episode of The Novelry on Writing, author Gina Sorell and editor Sorcha Rose dive into: ✍️ What is…
- The 5 Ps: Problem - Writing Conflict in a Story · 17 min · Season 3 Episode 17Writing conflict in a story is crucial to hook your reader in the first three pages of a novel. If you’re submitting an entry for The Next Big Story prize, you must jump into the…
- The 5 Ps: Person – Writing Characters Who Come to Life · 15 min · Season 3 Episode 16Need some tips on writing characters? Join us for this bonus episode of The Novelry on Writing podcast to celebrate The Next Big Story prize, where you could win $100k for the…
- How to Add Drama and Raise the Stakes in Your Story · 24 min · Season 2 Episode 15Want to learn how to raise the stakes in a story? Are you eager to keep your readers on the edge of their seats? If you’ve ever worried that your story is too quiet, The Novelry…
- How the Setting Can Put Pressure On Your Hero · 11 min · Season 2 Episode 14In this episode of The Novelry on Writing, authors and writing coaches Andrea Stewart and Lesley Kara dive deep into the art of crafting unforgettable story settings! Whether…
- How to Avoid the Ick When Writing YA Books · 28 min · Season 2 Episode 13Are you writing YA fiction? The target audience for Young Adult literature ranges from tweens to elders but, ultimately, teen readers are at the heart of this genre. Learning how…
- How to Use Screenwriting Secrets in Your Novel · 24 min · Season 2 Episode 12Many writers have dreamed of converting their novels into screenplays, but what if you want to do the opposite? Do you have a great idea for a screenplay that would be better as…
- How to Create Juicy Conflict in Your Story · 25 min · Season 2 Episode 11What is conflict in a story? It’s the challenges your characters face in your book. Conflict is a critical element in any good novel because it drives plot and builds character…
- How to Create Sexual Tension Between Characters · 18 min · Season 2 Episode 10While sexual tension is most commonly desired in romance novels, chemistry between characters is an essential ingredient in any good story. Whether you’re writing an…
- How to Create a Title for Your Book · 17 min · Season 2 Episode 9How you name your book is your story’s most important marketing tool, so you must choose your novel title wisely. In this podcast episode of The Novelry on Writing, coaches Gina…
- How to Use Your Shadow Side in Your Writing · 17 min · Season 1 Episode 8Have you ever wanted a safe way to seek revenge? In this captivating episode of The Novelry on Writing, join our writing coaches and bestselling authors Kate Riordan and Anissa…
- How to Unlock Suspense in Your Story · 24 min · Season 1 Episode 7What is your reader reading to find out? No matter your genre, readers love a bit of mystery and tension on the page. Unlock your suspenseful story with five key insights from…
- How to Push Past the 30k Word Slump · 23 min · Season 1 Episode 6Every writer gets stuck while drafting a novel. Don’t panic! It’s part of the creative process. In this podcast, authors and The Novelry writing coaches Gina Sorell and Colleen…
- How to Turn Up the Heat in Romantasy · 25 min · Season 1 Episode 5Romantasy is a genre that has taken the publishing world by storm with titles like Fourth Wing and ACOTAR flying off bookstore shelves. Whether you’re writing romantasy or just a…
- How to Make Dialogue Come to Life · 21 min · Season 1 Episode 4Stale dialogue can cause a reader to set a book aside in just a few lines. Learn how to craft dialogue that captivates readers with The Novelry writing coach and New York Times…
- How to Elevate Your World-Building · 25 min · Season 1 Episode 3World-building can be a challenge for writers of all experience levels and genres. Join authors and The Novelry writing coaches Piers Torday and Tasha Suri for writing tips to…
