4 Tips for Getting Your Novel Started

4 Tips for Getting Your Novel Started

Has the desire to write a novel been lurking in your subconscious for years, but you’re not sure how or where it will go?
Writing is an art form that can be both incredibly exciting and satisfying, yet also daunting at times. After all, there are many aspects involved with getting from start-to finish – writing characters’ stories; crafting dialogue so natural sounding they seem like someone else talking (or typing) right next door, and then finally Marketing yourself. But no worries: Serious Writer here with 4 Tips for Getting Your Novel Started:

Write Regularly

Most people think that writing a novel is easy, but it actually takes quite some time and effort to get everything down on paper. You have to figure out what your story’s about as well as how you’re going to tell them – there’s no magic bullet here! The key to writing is consistency.
So, how much time should you set aside for regular writing? This varies from person to person, but in general, it’s best if possible to try and get at least an hour or two every day. It could be as simple as waking up early (a famous method) before your kids wake up; grabbing that extra bit of alone-time during naptime when they’re sleeping soundly next door—or even just setting down pen gently onto paper anytime between 11 pm Friday night until Sunday morning around 2 am.

Expect Mistakes

Plenty of people start their first draft with great enthusiasm, but once they read through it again to make sure that everything makes sense and is well-written – these writers find themselves deleting a lot of the previous work. Don’t beat yourself up though
Even the most talented writers struggle with their first draft. If you find yourself constantly editing your work, then it’s time to take a break and come back later when you’re more relaxed! You can always go through what has been written again before continuing on in order to make sure there are no errors or missteps that will be lost forever because they were missed during the initial execution.

Write It Down

It’s important to write down any ideas that pop into your head when you’re brainstorming. This way, they can turn into something more tangible and interesting! What kind of person do want in an adventure? What are their goals/plans post-adventure?? How does this affect those around them?? These types thoughts should all make their way onto paper so there is no wondering where things might go next–you already know because these parts were written down earlier!!

Relax

Writing a novel can be intimidating, but it’s never too late to try! When you feel like your creativity is stuck and the words won’t flow onto paper (or screen), take some time for free-writing. Set yourself five minutes or ten – no matter how much space was given in this article about what techniques help writers move through their novels more quickly–and just write everything that comes into mind without stopping at all; allow yourself an emotional release.

And for a fifth tip? How about checking out Serious Writers Academy. Serious Writers is a great way to learn how write and publish your first novel. With Serious Writer’s online courses, you can start on the right track with lessons that cover everything from plotting out scenes in advance all while building up momentum for when it comes time actually sit down at keyboard or pen-paper!

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Brew & Ink Podcast – S6 Ep5 – Trouble Ch5 Hero is a Four Letter Word

Brew & Ink Podcast – S6 Ep5 – Trouble Ch5 Hero is a Four Letter Word

Break into song! The amazing Hamilton has been hugely popular, and that has inspired the Brew & Ink Crew to go over their favorite musicals, what makes a great musical, and maybe even sing a little. Then Katie Nunchucks brings us TROUBLE, chapter 5 of Hero is a Four Letter Word. Listen and vote!

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In this episode:

What makes a great musical?

Why do we have musicals?

What are some of our favorite musicals (not counting Hamilton)?

Why is the opening song so important?

What are some examples of great opening songs?

Katie shares Trouble, chapter 5 of Hero is a Four Letter Word.

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Brew & Ink Podcast – s6 ep4 – Hero is a Four Letter Word Ch. 4

Brew & Ink Podcast – s6 ep4 – Hero is a Four Letter Word Ch. 4

Life hacks! We all love them. The Brew & Ink crew take a few minutes to give their top two creative life hacks to keep moving forward on those projects we love and make them better. Then Steven Faletti shares Blackclaw, Chapter 4 of Hero is a Four Letter Word. Listen and vote for the direction of the next episode!

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In this episode:

What are life hacks?

What are creative lack hacks?

What are Steven’s creative life hacks?

What are Britt’s creative life hacks?

What are Katies creative life hacks?

Steven shares chapter 4 of Hero is a Four Letter Word – Blackclaw.

Listen and vote!

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Interbrews 29 – Realm Makers Virtual! 2020 Recap

Interbrews 29 – Realm Makers Virtual! 2020 Recap

Going back to Realm Makers! But with all the pandemic going on, the in person conference was canceled and it all went virtual. Author MB Mooney (Realm Makers vet) and author Melinda Eye Cooper (Realm Makers rookie) discuss the conference, give a recap, and the pros and cons of a virtual experience.

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In this episode:

How did Melinda find out about Realm Makers?

What did she feel about the conference as a first time attender?

How did Britt feel about the virtual conference as a RM vet?

What were the good things about a virtual conference?

How well did Realm Makers deal with the tech problems?

What did Britt and Melinda miss in a virtual conference?

What were some of the best moments?

What were some of the greatest classes?

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Interbrews 26 – The Witcher Ep 1-4 SPOILER FILLED Review

Interbrews 26 – The Witcher Ep 1-4 SPOILER FILLED Review

Based on books and very popular video games, the Witcher was adapted into a TV show and hit Netflix running. It’s become one of the most streamed show ever, and Steven Faletti and MB Mooney give their writers’ perspective on the first four episodes.

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How did the Witcher series compare to the books?

How did the Witcher series compare to the video games?

Steven and Britt give their thoughts on the first four episodes.

What did they like?

What didn’t they like?

Britt talks about how the show utilizes “show don’t tell” well.

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