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Figuring Out How to Structure Your Novel

A good novel needs a good structure

Thousands of people have always dreamed of writing their own novels, but few ever find the motivation to start and complete one. Many people like to claim that they do not have time to write, as they are too busy working or dealing with family affairs. However, with a little bit of planning you should [...]

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The First Page of a Novel is the Most Important

The first page of a novel needs to grab the reader's attention

The first page of a novel is like a job interview with potential readers. It is where agents, publishers, and readers form their first impressions of the work, and often where they decide whether to read on. Agents and publishers read submitted manuscripts all day every working day, and are most likely to notice opening [...]

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