Starting a novel

Writing a novel is a daunting task, one that requires a great deal of discipline, creativity, and attention to detail. Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, having a checklist can help keep you organized and focused throughout the writing process. Here's a basic checklist for writing a book: Idea: Develop a clear…

You are thinking about writing a book, but don’t know where to start. I got you! Outlining was one of my biggest struggles. I used to believe vehemently that I was a pantster, and that I was never going to change. But writing a book, of any kind, without having a clear idea where it

We just made this little infographic to visualize the breakdown of using our novel writing roadmap to write a novel in one year.

So, chapters. It occurred to me the other week that I’d yet to talk about them here on Well-Storied, despite the fact that I’ve been running this show for well over two years now. How could I have skipped something so crucial to the structure of a good novel? I'll be honest. For a long time, I really didn't consider chapters to be all that important. Chapters give your novel structure, sure. But over the years, I've come to realize that that's not all they do... Chapters also create a…

Are you looking for a new way to plot a novel? Check out these tips for how to outline a novel with tarot cards!