Write Masterful Fiction: All-in-One Essentials Course
Build a story from scratch as you begin mastering the core techniques of plotting and writing publishable fiction
4.59 (122 reviews)
896
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4.5 hours
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May 2023
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$79.99
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What you will learn
Develop stories from scratch with a universal plot template
Create believable characters and write lively, masterful dialog
Electrify stodgy prose using the principle of "show don't tell"
Construct dramatic scenes and connect them in an unfolding plot
Hook your readers' attention with powerful opening lines
Avoid the "7-deadly-sins of writing" that cause publishers to immediately reject manuscripts
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Our Verdict
This all-in-one course provides novice writers with a strong foundation in story planning and writing. While it may not suit those looking for advanced techniques or genre-specific knowledge, the focus on fundamentals and practical exercises helps build confidence in new writers to create publishable stories.
What We Liked
- All-in-one course for story planning and writing, from basics to intermediate level.
- Includes exercises to build your own story or improve an existing work, with guided meditations for creativity.
- addresses common writing traps that cause publishers and agents to reject book submissions.
- Comprehensive Course Notes PDF ensures easy reference for all the information in the lectures.
Potential Drawbacks
- May overwhelm absolute beginners with its breadth of topics, despite gentle introductions.
- Lacks real-world examples and exercises that involve peer feedback or a tutor's review.
- Could benefit from live sessions to enhance interaction and hands-on learning experience.
- Limited in addressing nuances specific to some fiction genres compared to specialized courses.
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