Once you've found your big idea, the next step is to research your genre. Again, if you're writing the book you like to read, you already have a leg up! Reading books in your genre … See more

Many great stories begin with a great outline. This is especially important if it's your first book, since you need a solid blueprint to rely on when you get stuck! (Because b… See more

Let's get into the actual writing and make a dent in your first draft. One of the most important parts of writing a book is starting it! It's no exaggeration to say your first few pages can … See more

Many writers believe that the key to writing an amazing book is style: impressive vocabulary, elaborate sentences, figurative languagethat would make Shakespeare swoon. We'… See more