Novel Writing: Bring Your Book Project to Life
About Me
A course by Grant Faulkner , Writer, Publisher, and Editor
About the video: About Me
Overview
“Like all journeys, my journey to be a writer has been long and winding and full of surprises. I grew up in a small town, so I didn’t know anyone who wrote or had any role models early on. But my passion for writing called me, and I embarked on a path to be a writer after I graduated from college without a “Plan B.””
In this video lesson Grant Faulkner addresses the topic: About Me, which is part of the Domestika online course: Novel Writing: Bring Your Book Project to Life. 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 .
Partial transcription of the video
“Hello, everybody. Welcome to my Domestika course. I am Grant Faulkner. I'm a writer. I'm executive director of National Novel Writing Month. I'm the co-founder and editor of 100 Word Story, and I'm an executive producer on an upcoming TV show, America's Next Great Author. And so I am here to talk about writing. And I want to tell you a little bit about my own journey as a writer. I felt like I've never known a time in my life where I didn't want to write stories. I remember telling my mom ideas for books before I knew how to write. But I grew up in this small town in Iowa, and no one was a ...”
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Course summary for: Novel Writing: Bring Your Book Project to Life
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Areas
Creative Writing, Fiction Writing, Writing

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.
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