WRITING COURSE & WORKSHOPS

Why is it important to learn the elementsof a good story?   
Understanding the key parts of a good story, such as characters, setting, storyline, conflict, and resolution, is important because they make the story interesting and easy to follow. These elements help keep the story moving and allow things to happen in a way that makes sense to the reader. By learning about these elements, you can create engaging stories that capture people's attention and keep them hooked until the end. 

 Think of story structure as a blueprint for your story, but remember it's not the story itself. It outlines the important moments and conflicts that shape the story while still giving you room for creativity. In this course, I'll guide you through each step, explaining everything in detail. 

 To make your novel cherished and well-loved by readers, it's important to treat your characters like cherished loved ones. Your characters should feel like familiar and real people. They should come alive on the page and connect with your audience through their unique personalities, quirks, and the way they talk. 

 In books and memoirs, characters become lively and real through engaging and authentic conversations. However, writing such conversations can be challenging. 

What makes a well-organized story different from a jumble of characters and events? The key is structure. When you have a clear structure in mind, it becomes easier to create an engaging and satisfying story every time you write. 

 If you're new to writing fantasy, I understand that you have an exciting concept for your story and are eager to dive into creating the plot and worldbuilding. However, there are several important elements that you should be aware of and keep in mind in order to craft a successful fantasy story. 

 The main difficulty in writing a memoir is capturing the readers' interest. Why would someone want to read your story? 

 Young readers can be incredible fans to have because if they truly enjoy one of your books, they will eagerly want to read everything else you've written. They have a voracious appetite for your work! 

 A story edit is a thorough assessment of a manuscript that focuses on enhancing the structure, characters, plot, and settings of a story. It is a crucial step in the author's revision process. It is recommended to conduct a story edit after completing the first draft but before copyediting. It is important to prioritize this step before hiring an editor or sharing your story with beta readers. 

 Writing a novel is an exciting and demanding journey. It involves two main stages: creating the first draft and then revising it. Remember the wise words of Jodie Picoult: "You can always edit something bad. You can't edit something blank." This means it's better to have a draft to work with, even if it needs improvement, rather than having nothing at all. 

 “Should I self-publish or traditionally publish? Which is the better publishing option right now?” 

Authors can retain control over their work by self-publishing. Furthermore, it enables them to generate a larger share of royalties than a typical publishing business. Amazon is one of the world's largest online merchants, and as such, many many authors choose to go with their easy self-publishing platform. Should you, however? In this course, we'll discuss the benefits and drawbacks of self-publishing with Amazon.

 Build your own Author Page to effortlessly share the latest updates about yourself and your books with millions of readers. It provides a centralized space where readers can easily discover and access your books. 

 Expand your expertise and boost book sales by engaging in blogging.