In this short course, you'll learn to lay the groundwork for your novel using five essential elements: Pitch, Protagonist, Plot, Point-of-view, and Place.
Each lesson is paired with a practical writing exercise to help you explore your story from every angle — so when it comes time for you to start drafting, you'll have a roadmap to guide the way.
By the end of this course, you'll be ready to write your novel with confidence and clarity.
What You’ll Learn
- How to distill your idea down to a single sentence
- How to define your protagonist's wants and needs
- What kind of writer you are — plotter, pantser, or something in between
- How to choose the right POV and tense for your story
- How to create an immersive, believable setting
What’s Included
- Five professionally produced video lessons
- Daily writing exercises
- Supplementary reading
- $49 credit toward our full How to Write a Novel course
