The Zero Draft: How to Start Writing a Novel
Course final project
A course by Shaunta Grimes , Writer and Teacher
About the final project for: The Zero Draft: How to Start Writing a Novel
The Zero Draft: How to Start Writing a Novel
“Thank you so much for joining me on this journey! We've reached the end of it, but it's just the start f a new adventure! I hope that it was as fun for you as it was for me. During this workshop, I share my technique for making sure story ideas become novels. I’ve also shown you how these techniques create tools that make actually writing those novels easier and more fun. But this is just a way to write. Make sure to take everything that works for you and make it your own! Writing a novel is a big job! Doing this work on the front end is a great way to ensure that you stick with it and actually finish what you start. Once your project is ready, share it on the forum by clicking the "Create your project" button. I will look at your publications as soon as possible and answer any doubts that need clarification. In the meantime, I encourage you to see what your fellow students have been up to and comment on their posts! I’m so excited to give you feedback on your projects. This is going to be fun! See you soon! ”
Partial transcription of the video
“Thank you so much for joining me on this journey. I hope it was as fun for you as it was for me. You have created your book binder. You have plotted an entire story and even written a zero draft. You're ready to write your novel. How amazing. Remember to show up for your writing every single day. Joining the forums, commenting on other people's stories and interacting with other writers is a great way to build momentum for such a big project. I'd absolutely love to hear about your projects in the forum. And if you have any questions at all, don't hesitate to ask. See you soon.”
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Course summary for: The Zero Draft: How to Start Writing a Novel
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Creative Writing, Fiction Writing, Writing
Shaunta Grimes
A course by Shaunta Grimes
Writer and teacher Shaunta Grimes is a bestselling, indie-published author who firmly believes that a good story can change the world, and she is passionate about helping others turn their ideas into novels. Through an eclectic series of jobs, Shaunta has explored all types of writing, including journalism, blogging, legal writing, and copywriting. She unexpectedly got her start as an independent author in 2004 when she penned her first novel during NaNoWriMo, discovering that persistence and strategic thinking are the secrets to structuring a successful writing practice.
Since then, she has written a number of young-adult novels, some of which have been published by leading companies like Penguin and Macmillan. In 2015, she started an online writing school called Ninja Writers, where she shares her technique and inspiration with young writers who are as enthusiastic about stories as she is.
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