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MODULE ONE | CLARITY

In Module One, we dive into the basics of starting a book, plus a brief overview of publishing pathways, and some questions to consider for marketing later on. Check out the resources below for further help.


VIDEO TIMESTAMPS

2:30 What Kind Of Book Will I Write – Fiction
7:00 What Kind Of Book Will I Write – Non-Fiction
9:40 Traditional vs Self-Publishing
16:35 Traditional vs Self-Publishing
20:55 Are You Prepared To Fail Before You Succeed?
23:52 Prep Your Marketing Plan – Pre-Release
25:35 Prep Your Marketing Plan – Post-Release

 

MODULE ONE RESOURCES:

DOWNLOAD THE WORKBOOK

HELPFUL BLOG POSTS:

How To Start Your StoryBefore Publishing Your First Book, Do These Things


PRINTABLE SHOP RECOMMENDATIONS:

Mission & Purpose Worksheet (from the Author Branding Bundle)


 


MODULE TWO | STARTING YOUR BOOK

In Module Two, we go into starting your book and address the five key areas where newbie writers fall short, so that you can write a better introduction with strong characters, conflict, and balanced pacing. Check out the resources below for further help.


VIDEO TIMESTAMPS

0:38 What Makes A Strong Introduction?
7:40 What Is Pacing (And How Can I Do It?)
15:00 Getting To Know The Characters
23:17 Introducing The Conflict
25:01 Avoiding Plot Holes With Mind Maps
Check Out The Accountability Partner System
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MODULE TWO RESOURCES:

DOWNLOAD THE WORKBOOK

Download Mind Map A

Download Mind Map B

Other Outlining Methods From ‘Well-Storied’

World Building Questions & Resources


HELPFUL BLOG POSTS:

How To Start Your StoryFive Mistakes New Writers Make (As Told By An Editor)

Are You Guilty Of These Major Plot MistakesTips For Better Story Pacing


PRINTABLE SHOP RECOMMENDATIONS:

Novelist Starter Bundle – all three collections. 


 


MODULE THREE | CREATING THE STAKES

In Module Three, we cover how to amplify your story stakes so that you can build emotional investment between readers and characters. Check out the resources below for further help.


VIDEO TIMESTAMPS

0:22 Story Stakes
2:40 Characters And Growth
7:55 Protagonists VS Villains
10:03 Emotional Investment

 

MODULE THREE RESOURCES:

DOWNLOAD THE WORKBOOK

Character Questionnaire From ‘The Novel Factory’

Character Questionnaire From ‘Writer’s Write’

World Building Questions & Resources


HELPFUL BLOG POSTS:

How to Write Characters Your Readers Will Love

Mastering Your Story Conflict


PRINTABLE SHOP RECOMMENDATIONS:

Novelist Starter Bundle – the ‘Conflict & Stakes’ + ‘Character Planner’ collections

Character Mastermind Bundle (Coming Soon)


 


MODULE FOUR | REACHING THE CLIMAX

In Module Four, we look at creating a better conflict and climax so that you can craft a meaningful character ARC and set up obstacles for the character to overcome. Check out the resources below for further help.


VIDEO TIMESTAMPS

0:42 Character ARCS
3:57 Giving Your Characters Obstacles
5:22 Why Your Characters Should Fail
6:16 Creating A Satisfying Resolution

MODULE FOUR RESOURCES:

DOWNLOAD THE WORKBOOK

World Building Questions & Resources


HELPFUL BLOG POSTS:

How to Write Characters Your Readers Will Love


PRINTABLE SHOP RECOMMENDATIONS:

Novelist Starter Bundle – the ‘Conflict & Stakes’ + ‘Character Planner’ collections

Advanced Writer’s Toolkit Bundle (Coming Soon)

Character Mastermind Bundle (Coming Soon)


 


MODULE FIVE | RESOLVING THE CONFLICT 

In Module Five, we look at how to create a satisfying resolution so that you can feel confident about your first draft. Check out the resources below for further help.


VIDEO TIMESTAMPS

0:34 Loose Ends
4:28 Happy Endings vs Sad Endings vs Unresolved Endings
7:54 Is The Story Actually Good?

MODULE FIVE RESOURCES:

DOWNLOAD THE WORKBOOK

World Building Questions & Resources


HELPFUL BLOG POSTS:

 


PRINTABLE SHOP RECOMMENDATIONS:

Advanced Writer’s Toolkit Bundle (Coming Soon)

Character Mastermind Bundle (Coming Soon)

Advanced Worldbuilding Bundle (Coming Soon)


 


MODULE SIX | REVISING THE STORY

In Module Six, we’ll learn how to revise your story to strengthen the manuscript and eliminate plot holes, inconsistencies, and poor writing. Check out the resources below for further help.


VIDEO TIMESTAMPS

1:03 Pacing: How To Improve It
14:04 Characters: Are They Well Written?
19:39 Decription: Too Much Or Too Little?
23:11 Dialogue: Is It Believable?
29:04 Plot: Does It Make Sense?

MODULE SIX RESOURCES:

DOWNLOAD THE WORKBOOK

World Building Questions & Resources


HELPFUL BLOG POSTS:

 


PRINTABLE SHOP RECOMMENDATIONS:

Advanced Writer’s Toolkit Bundle (Coming Soon)

Character Mastermind Bundle (Coming Soon)

Advanced Worldbuilding Bundle (Coming Soon)

Editorial Checklist Bundle (Coming Soon)


 


MODULE SEVEN | EDITING

In Module Seven, we’ll take a look at the different types of editing and assess what kind of professional editing you might need for your book. I also advise you on how to self-edit your book. Check out the resources below for further help.


VIDEO TIMESTAMPS

0:18 Beta Readers
2:23 Developmental Editing
3:33 Copy Editing
5:52 Tips For Self-Editing

 

Rae Anne From Lavender Prose

RaeAnne from Lavender Prose is a very avid and affordable Beta Reader & Proofreader Her packages start at $15.00 USD. She personally did a full beta-read of my novel, Lanterns in the Sky, and her feedback left me feeling confident and proud.

BETA READING
PROOFREADING

 

Amy Fonorow

Amy Fonarow is a professional editor whom I can’t rave enough about. She edited my book, Stuck On Vacation With Ryan Rupert. Amy is meticulous in her work, finding typos I didn’t even know existed and offering feedback that is delivered in a constructive but fun way. I felt as if I were chatting with a friend working with Amy and I wouldn’t recommend anybody else.

Contact Amy: afonarow@yahoo.com

MODULE SEVEN RESOURCES:

DOWNLOAD THE WORKBOOK

Editing Checklist

Manuscript Formatting Guide

Example Of A Self-Editing Process

Q&A With An Editor

Tips To Build A Relationship With Your Editor

 

BOOKS:

The Copyeditor’s Handbook

Woe is I: The Grammarphobe’s Guide To Better English

The Chicago Manual Of Style (17th Edition)

Second Sight: An Editor’s Talks on Writing, Revising, and Publishing Books for Children and Young Adults


HELPFUL BLOG POSTS:

 


PRINTABLE SHOP RECOMMENDATIONS:

Editorial Checklist Bundle (Coming Soon)


 


MODULE EIGHT | YOUR PUBLISHING PATHWAYS

In Module Eight, I walk you through what it takes to publish your book (both traditionally and via self-publishing). There’s also a walkthrough on how to self-publish your book via Amazon, Createspace, Ingram Spark, and Kobo. Check out the resources below for further help.


VIDEO TIMESTAMPS

2:40 Self-Publishing: The Lowdown
34:12 Traditional Publishing: The Lowdown
40:20 How To Traditionally Publish
44:45 How To Self-Publish

MODULE EIGHT RESOURCES:

DOWNLOAD THE WORKBOOK

HELPFUL BLOG POSTS:

The Reality Of Indie Publishing

Tutorial: Format Your Book For CreateSpace

Tutorial: How To Choose Kindle Keywords (From Kindlepreneur)

My ePub & Mobi Formatting Referral 

Buy ISBNS:

  • In Australia
  • In America
  • In Canada

Signup for The Author Empire Builder updates (+ get 25% off)


PRINTABLE SHOP RECOMMENDATIONS:

Author Branding Bundle – the ‘Author Brand Name Worksheet’

Publishing Pathways Bundle


 


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