Novel Writing: Bring Your Book Project to Life
A course by Grant Faulkner, Writer, Publisher, and Editor
Create a detailed plan for turning your book idea into a reality, from developing characters and a plot, to seeking inspiration for the writing process
Every story is an adventure, and each page an opportunity to bring new worlds, characters, and experiences to life.
Grant Faulkner is a writer, publisher, and editor who wrote his first story at just five years old. Since then, he has published several works of fiction and non-fiction, become the executive director of National Novel Writing Month, and the executive producer of America’s Next Great Author.
In this online course, Grant teaches you how to develop a creative mindset to write your own novel. Learn the process, framework, and tools necessary to do what only you can do—take your ideas from your imagination to the page! Are you ready to write your story, your way?
What will you learn in this online course?
19 lessons & 26 downloads
What's included in this course?
Get to know writer Grant Faulkner. Discover the creative journey that led him to publish multiple books and become the executive director of National Novel Writing Month, along with the influences that inspire him.
Learn how to approach common obstacles in the writing process before exploring the value of a beginner’s mind and developing a community for support and accountability.
Come up with an idea for your novel and develop your main character along with the pilot. Next, Grant teaches you how to build a writing routine to spark inspiration and help you finish your story.
Discover the importance of taking creative risks, as well as how to make it through writing the infamous “muddy middle” to finish your first draft.
Explore how to revise and edit your piece on both a macro and micro level. Then, to wrap up the course, Grant shares his advice for seeking and implementing feedback on your work.
- 93% positive reviews (86)
- 4,350 students
- 19 lessons (3h 58m)
- 26 additional resources (3 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, Spanish (Latam), French, Indonesian, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Turkish
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Create a detailed plan featuring characters, structure, and a plot that you can develop into a book.
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone with a story they want to develop into a novel.
Designed for aspiring writers, journalists, communication professionals, and anyone with a passion for storytelling. Whether you have a story idea in mind or simply a desire to explore your creative process, Grant's course offers a comprehensive learning experience for writers at all levels.
Requirements and materials
No previous experience is required.
In terms of materials, you’ll just need something to write with.
Reviews
Grant Faulkner
A course by Grant Faulkner
Grant Faulkner is a renowned writer, publisher, and editor with a lifelong dedication to the art of storytelling. As a seasoned author of fiction and non-fiction books, he has honed his writing skills across various genres, capturing the hearts of readers around the world. Grant's passion for the written word extends beyond his personal works. He is the Executive Director of National Novel Writing Month, the largest writing event globally, and the Executive Producer of America's Next Great Author.
With an extensive background in publishing and editing, Grant has made significant contributions to the literary world. As the founder of 100 Word Story, he has provided a platform for talented writers to showcase their work and has curated award-winning collections of stories. As a writing coach and host of the Write-minded podcast, Grant has guided countless individuals in realizing their creative potential.
Content
-
U1
Introduction
-
About Me
-
Influences
-
-
U2
Preparing Your Creative Mindset
-
Nourishing Your Muse: You
-
Overcoming Creative Obstacles 1
-
Overcoming Creative Obstacles 2
-
The Value of a Beginner’s Mind
-
Developing a Writing Community
-
-
U3
Planning the Novel
-
Choosing the Novel Idea
-
The Main Character
-
The Plot 1
-
The Plot 2
-
Your Writing Routine 1
-
Your Writing Routine 2
-
-
U4
Writing the First Draft
-
Writing with Abandon
-
Getting through the Muddy Middle
-
Finishing the Rough Draft
-
-
U5
Revising the Rough Draft
-
What Is Revision?
-
Revising the Novel: The Macro and the Micro View
-
Getting Feedback
-
-
FP
Final project
-
Group Creativity: How to write a novel in a month
-
What to expect from a Domestika course
-
Learn at your own pace
Enjoy learning from home without a set schedule and with an easy-to-follow method. You set your own pace.
-
Learn from the best professionals
Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
-
Meet expert teachers
Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.
-
Certificates
PlusIf you're a Plus member, get a custom certificate signed by your teacher for every course. Share it on your portfolio, social media, or wherever you like.
-
Get front-row seats
Videos of the highest quality, so you don't miss a single detail. With unlimited access, you can watch them as many times as you need to perfect your technique.
-
Share knowledge and ideas
Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
-
Connect with a global creative community
The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.
-
Watch professionally produced courses
Domestika curates its teacher roster and produces every course in-house to ensure a high-quality online learning experience.
FAQs
Yes, this course is designed for beginners and those new to writing novels. It covers foundational skills, creative mindset, and practical techniques to help you start and complete your first novel.
You only need a willingness to write, basic computer access, and an open mind. No prior writing experience or special software is required.
You’ll learn how to develop characters, outline your plot, establish writing routines, overcome creative blocks, revise drafts, implement feedback, and confidently complete a novel manuscript.
The course provides proven strategies, exercises, and mindset shifts to help you recognize and break through creative blocks, so you can maintain momentum and keep writing.
Yes, you’ll discover routines, accountability methods, and exercises to create and sustain a daily writing habit, supporting long-term creative productivity.
Absolutely. The course includes lessons on outlining techniques, structuring your novel, and balancing planning with creative spontaneity to organize your story.
Yes, you’ll master characterization exercises, explore character motivation, vulnerability, and arcs to create multidimensional, memorable characters for your novel.
Supremament util, me encanta como se maneja la metodologia y a diferencia de otros cursos es bastante dinamico y se las arregla para mantener la atencion.
Fantastico!
Am amazing course that gives you a direction to follow and the confidence to “give it a go.”
Un curso interesante, sin duda.
Muy recomendado
The teacher has a very clear and detailed way to explain the writing process. It is a very engaging course with lots of examples. I gained new knowledge into how to bring my ideas into a book project.