{"product_id":"writing-a-novel-and-getting-published-for-dummies-uk-isbn-9781118910405","title":"Writing a Novel and Getting Published For Dummies UK","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLearn to:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCraft a winning manuscript\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTroubleshoot and edit your work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare your manuscript for publication\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind a good agent to represent you\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNegotiate the best possible deal\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTurn your aspiration into reality with this completely updated guide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you’ve always wanted to write that great novel, but never knew where to start, look no further! With a published author advising you on how to write well and a literary agent providing insight into getting a publishing deal, this updated guide gives you the inside track on the art and science of breaking into the fiction-publishing industry. Taking you step by step from concept to contract, this book provides the tools you need to tell your story with skill and approach agents and publishers with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDive in — check out how to combine your natural talent with the writing techniques used by successful authors\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEstablish a firm foundation — construct your basic story, plot and structure\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExamine the key elements — create characters, develop dialogue, explore relationships and insert conflict\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFine-tune and finish up — discover tips on adding detail, creativity and flair while bringing your work to a close\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet published — take the next step by weighing up your publishing options, working with agents and negotiating deals\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind out more — check out additional advice, like the most common mistakes you need to avoid, and tips from published authors\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOpen the book and find:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTips for getting started\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreative ways to develop plots, storylines, characters and dialogue\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe seven basic stories and how to put them to work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTricks for crafting a great ending to your novel\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to prepare your manuscript for editing and publishing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe lowdown on the business side of publishing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Getting Started with Writing a Novel and Getting Published 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Entering the Writer’s World 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Meshing Your Talent and Technique 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Getting to the Writing 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Building from the Basics 35\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Following the Hero’s Journey 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Scheming and Plot ting: Using Stories 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Considering the Grand Concept 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Structuring the Story 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Examining the Elements 81\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Creating Characters 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Exploring Relationships 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Talking about Dialogue 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Including Conflict 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: Fine-tuning and Finishing Up 141\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Adding Depth and Detail 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Getting Creative 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Ending and Editing 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart V: Publishing 181\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Publishing Your Novel 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Finding an Agent 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Preparing for Publication 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Coping with the Business Side of Being an Author 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: Taking Control: Self-Publishing 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart VI: The Part of Tens 279\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20: Ten Top Tips for Writers 281\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 21: Ten Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 22: (Answers to) Ten Questions Put to Agents 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 23: Ten Tips from Published Authors 299\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 303 \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeorge Green\u003c\/b\u003e is a senior lecturer in creative writing at Lancaster University and the author of two novels. \u003cb\u003eLizzy Kremer\u003c\/b\u003e is an agent at David Higham Associates, one of the UK’s leading literary agencies.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLearn to:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCraft a winning manuscript\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTroubleshoot and edit your work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare your manuscript for publication\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind a good agent to represent you\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNegotiate the best possible deal\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTurn your aspiration into reality with this completely updated guide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you’ve always wanted to write that great novel, but never knew where to start, look no further! 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