How To Write A Novel in 6 Weeks
How it works
Join Harry Bingham as he takes you through the basics of how to write a novel. From nailing that elevator pitch to developing your editorial strategy, over the next 6 weeks you’ll learn everything you need to know to get your novel off to a flying start.
Each video is accompanied by homework. Share your work over on Townhouse to encourage peer-to-peer feedback with our online community. The course is available as part of your Premium Membership, but the first lesson is open to everyone!
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Course Syllabus
Module One: Planning Your Novel
Nail your basic pitch and develop the arc of your story
Module Two: Character
Learn how to use feelings, memories, thoughts etc to add detail to your characters, and start to play around with character interactions and dialogue
Module Three: Plot
Complete the 5 point paradigm, incorporating mystery and fleshing out your main character’s inner and outer journey
Module Four: Prose
Learn about clarity, precision and getting specific, while injecting a sprinkle of magic into your prose
Module Six: Self-Editing
Arm yourself with the tools you’ll need to edit your novel, either at the end of the first draft or as you go
In this course, you will...
Learn how to craft a story that will captivate and hook your reader
Build characters that have depth and a reason for your reader to root for them
Learn how to improve your prose, thereby improving the overall quality of your novel
Receive peer-to-peer feedback in our community
