Build Your Book Month
Outline your entire novel in just one month with live events
Every writer’s process is different, but whether you love detailed plans or prefer to discover the story as you go, having a flexible roadmap can make the writing journey smoother.
Join bestselling author Becca Day and a line-up of expert workshop leaders for step-by-step guidance that will help you shape your story idea into a clear, usable outline that works with your writing style.
Across a month of interactive online events, you’ll…
Turn your spark of an idea into a strong, workable concept
Shape characters, worlds, and arcs that drive the plot forward
Build a flexible outline that balances structure with creative freedom
It’s plotting… made bingeworthy!
Build Your Book Month is free for Premium Members. Not a Premium Member?
Premium Membership gives you the support, feedback, industry access and community you need to keep moving towards publication.
Like having a publishing team in your corner every month – for less than the cost of a takeaway!
Learn plotting secrets from "been there, done that" experts
Welcome to Build Your Book Month!
An October special we run each year to set your writing up for success. From sourcing ideas you can sustain over a whole novel to getting the plot working for you and giving your reader the best payoff at the end, we’ve got everything.
Ask Us Anything
1 October 16:00 BST
Join us for our regular ‘Ask Jericho Writers Anything’ event taking place on Zoom. This is a great opportunity to get to know fellow members from around the world, say ‘hello’ via webcam, and ask your writing and publishing questions!
Find an Idea That Can Power a Full-Length Novel with Becca Day
6 October 19:00 BST
Unlock the core concept your story needs to go the distance. In this interactive session, acclaimed author Becca Day guides you through the process of taking a single, promising spark and expanding it into a rich, high-stakes premise capable of sustaining a whole manuscript.
The Writing Room
Every Wednesday 16:00 BST
Everything else can wait – spend an hour in the Writing Room where we’ll set goals, share writing inspiration, and settle in to write. Join us to dedicate time to your writing project – we can’t wait to write with you
The Domino Effect: How to Make Every Plot Point Cause the Next With Rosie Fiore
8 October 19:00 BST
Master the art of cause-and-effect plotting to keep readers turning pages. In this practical workshop, author Rosie Fiore demonstrates how to transform a series of isolated events into an unstoppable chain reaction where every scene logically, and inevitably, triggers the next.
Literary Agent Q&A with Megan Carrol
13 October 19:00 BST
Back by popular demand! Join us for a deep dive into the mind of a literary agent. Bring your burning publishing questions to get behind-the-scenes insights and insider tips on securing your own agent.
Plotting the Opposition: What Is Pushing Back Against Your Character? With Liv Matthews
15 October 19:00 BST
Master relentless conflict by crafting a compelling antagonist whose presence looms even when off-screen. By steadily escalating tension from the opening act to the climax, you can structure an ultimate confrontation where your protagonist’s victory feels deeply earned.
Promises and Payoffs: Planting What Your Ending Needs With Rowan Coleman
20 October 19:00 BST
Ending a novel with impact requires intent, precision, and narrative payoff. Join us for a focused session on crafting a satisfying conclusion that fulfills reader expectations without sacrificing surprise.
How to Fix Plot Holes Before You Start Writing with Becca Day
22 October 19:00 BST
Stop plot holes before they ever reach the page. In this strategy-focused session, author Becca Day reveals how to audit your story’s structural logic before drafting, saving you months of painful mid-manuscript revisions.
Critique Club: Novel Structure Reviews
28 October 19:00 GMT
This month we’re reviewing your synopses! To get yours reviewed by the team and fellow members, register for the event and submit your synopsis of up to 400 words via the form below by October 21st.
Try Premium Membership for just £1
Get a whole month of Premium Membership for just £1! Access all our resources, events, and tools to help you make progress your novel – for less than the price of a cup of coffee.
Not for you? Simply cancel before your trial ends. Otherwise, your membership will continue at £150 per year, billed annually, until cancelled. See Ts&Cs for full details.
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£150.00/year
Our most popular membership plan, get unlimited access to all our content & tools with a one-year subscription.
- 8+ live online events every month, including agent Q&As
- Annual query letter review
- Unlimited access to AgentMatch, our database of 1,400+ literary agents
- Weekly writing sprints, prompts and peer feedback
- Monthly ‘Critique Club’ with opportunities for personalised feedback
- 13 self-paced writing courses
- 300+ workshop and Q&A replays
- Entry to First 500, our career-changing novel competition
- Exclusive discounts on editorial services & tutored courses
Premium Annual: Pay Monthly
£15.00/month
Our most popular membership plan, get unlimited access to all our content & tools with a one-year subscription.
- 8+ live online events every month, including agent Q&As
- Annual query letter review
- Unlimited access to AgentMatch, our database of 1,400+ literary agents
- Weekly writing sprints, prompts and peer feedback
- Monthly ‘Critique Club’ with opportunities for personalised feedback
- 13 self-paced writing courses
- 300+ workshop and Q&A replays
- Entry to First 500, our career-changing novel competition
- Exclusive discounts on editorial services & tutored courses
Premium Flex
£30.00/month
Flexibility is key, dip in, dip out when needed
- Not ready to commit to one year?
- Get everything in our annual membership but pay month-by-month
- Rolling monthly subscription
- Cancel any time
Premium Membership at a glance
Jericho Writers Premium Membership gives you access to:
Weekly Online Events
280+ Masterclasses
Professional Level Video Courses
AgentMatch
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Frequently asked
questions
I already have the plot for my novel ready to go. Will the events be right for me?
Yes, definitely. You’ll have the chance to share what you’re working on with us, and your fellow members, before you move forward with your project so that you can polish things up as much as possible.
What genres are suitable for taking part in Build Your Book Month?
Build Your Book Month is primarily aimed at writers working on novels of all genres and age categories. We’ll be working on our stories from the beginning right through to the end as well as looking at emotional journeys, characters, structure, and more. If you are writing creative non-fiction, we think Build Your Book Month will be suitable, but perhaps not for other types of non-fiction.
I’m not based in the UK. Will Build Your Book Month still be worth it for me?
Yes, absolutely. Most events are held at 19:00 BST/GMT but if you can’t make them live, you can always watch on replay. We have members from all over the world and would love for you to join us.
How does the £1 Premium Membership trial work?
When you sign up for the £1 trial, you’ll get your first month of Jericho Writers Premium Membership for just £1.
At the end of your trial month, your membership will automatically continue on our Annual, Pay Upfront plan at £150 per year, unless you cancel before the end of your trial. When you cancel you also have the option to change to a different membership plan if you’d like to continue with your Premium Membership. (Annual, Pay Monthly or Flex membership).
Please note, if you’d like access to all of Build Your Book Month events on this trial, we recommend joining on the 1 October.
Please refer to our Ts & Cs for full details.
What do I get during my £1 trial?
Your trial gives you access to most Premium Membership benefits, including:
- Live online events and replays
- Writing tools and resources
- AgentMatch
- Our Premium Member discounts
- Our writing community and ongoing support
A small number of benefits, including Query Letter Reviews and entry into our monthly Agent One-to-One prize draw, become available once your membership continues onto the standard Annual, Pay Upfront plan.
Do I need to cancel if I don’t want to continue?
Yes. If you don’t want your Premium Membership to continue after your £1 trial month, you’ll need to cancel before the end of your trial.
You can cancel your trial by going to this page, finding your Premium Membership order and clicking ‘cancel’. You can then re-join membership on one of the other plans here.
If you cancel during your trial, you won’t be charged the £150 annual membership fee.
Will you remind me before I’m charged?
Yes. We’ll email you three days before your trial ends to remind you that your Premium Membership is due to continue and that the £150 annual payment is coming up.
Can I choose a different membership plan after my trial?
Yes. Your £1 trial automatically continues onto the Annual, Pay Upfront plan, but you can choose another membership option instead.
Simply cancel your trial before it ends and then sign up separately for either our Annual, Pay Monthly or Flex membership here.
Can I get a refund?
The £1 trial fee is non-refundable.
If your trial continues and you are charged £150 for Annual, Pay Upfront membership, you’ll have 14 days from the date of that payment to request a refund.
I’m a Premium Member and I can’t register for the events.
Make sure you are logged in with the account associated with your membership. You can login here and then return to the Build Your Book Month page. If you are still having issues, please email us at info@jerichowriters.com.