Winner of the 2015 Independent Publishers Gold Award for best writing/publishing book, The Novel-Maker’s Handbook guides writers through every step of crafting a novel, from concept to completion in a process designed for achieving publishing success.
A comprehensive method for crafting a novel
Whether you’re a first-time author or seasoned novelist, you know the challenges that come with writing fiction. The Novel-Maker’s Handbook guides you through every step of crafting your novel, from concept to completion in a process designed for your success.
Inside, veteran book editor Diane O’Connell helps you master the storytelling and individual literary techniques vital to great, marketable fiction. From story structure, character development, and point of view, to time management, rejection, and even self-limiting thinking, no other novel-writing resource provides both a complete process and enough detail to build life-long skills.
You’ll also learn through real-world examples and insights of other successful authors who have used the methods in this book.
See how the book has helped these authors
Advance Praise
“O’Connell’s process for structuring a story will save you years of floundering.”
Kristen von Kriesler, bestselling author of An Unexpected Grace
“This book has it all: from the building blocks of creating a great story to the spit-and-polish techniques so necessary for marketability. There’s nothing like it anywhere.”
Deborah Levine Herman, literary agent, The Jeff Herman Agency
“Breaking down the essential elements of a marketable novel, O’Connell offers valuable tips and exercises to motivate your writing.”
Gary Braver, bestselling and awarding-winning author of Tunnel Vision
“This comprehensive guide offers everything that new or struggling writers need to know.”
Chris Roerden, national award-winning author of Don’t Sabotage Your Submission
