The Writing Academy -
Fiction 101Being a published author is
not just a goal. It's an open door to a new life, a life
of possibility and adventure. It's a journey towards
success.
"Did you know there are in
excess of one million published
fiction authors in the world? How
would YOU like to become one of them
- SOON - and change your life FOREVER?"
Dear Fellow
Writer,
I have
GREAT NEWS for you!
There's no secret
to getting fiction published. To get your next novel
published, all you have to do is know what you're
doing.
If you do, then you're placing your work in that top
1% of fiction manuscripts that are taken
seriously by publishers.
Have you ever received rejections? Do you feel
unappreciated by publishers?
It needn't be that way.
Good, long term writers get treated well by publishers -
whether they publish their material or not. Good writers
are responded to with courtesy, respect, kindness
and even apologized to for not being published!
Why? Because these writers know what they're
doing - and it shows.
In their work, their presentation and in their attitude.
Their work glows with confidence and authority
- they write without errors, they adhere to the rules of
good writing and good fiction.
If you do the same, you can be accepted this
year, next month, and if your MS is done already, next
week!
"Rob,
you have given me spark in my writing again and I am very
grateful to you for that. Thank you for all your
lessons. They're just wonderful for me. May the
Creator keep you in his arms and bless all your
endeavors," Jaye S.
It's a complete myth that good work goes ignored and
unpublished. Publishers are actually crying out for good
manuscripts. The simple truth is that 99% of writers
don't present their manuscripts as well as they should.
But you can - if you follow the simple
instructions contained within Fiction 101 - the
Easy Way to Write's unique new writing program.
Fiction 101 presents you with a thorough
roadmap for getting fiction published. It's everything
you will ever need to know to compete in the publishing
industry - and enjoy the journey.
"Rob, I've learned so much
and had
so much fun with you!" Lynn 10
The fact is, getting published is not the endpoint, the
goal - it's actually just the beginning of your writing
career. Writing success is about building
relationships with publishers. It's about
submitting quality material and getting the respect you
deserve.
But how do you get to that point? Why does it seem so
hard?
The truth is, it's not. You just have to get it
right.
Most authors realize this maybe three or four novels down
the track. But how would you like to shortcut the system?
By getting it right the first time?
It's not hard. Like most things in life, it's a process -
a series of steps. Fiction 101 has been specifically
designed to show you that process. Fiction 101
will help you glide effortlessly towards your goal
- to write fiction manuscripts that shine with professionalism,
authority and confidence.
"I
love your work Rob! You make such good sense and you have
such a warm and friendly voice in your writing - you just
make everything an enjoyable and educational read without
any of the guru hype." Billie W
Even in amongst a gathering slush pile, publishers will
tell you that good manuscripts are easy to spot. Well
written MSS literally shine like a beacon.
And reading a well written MS is like a blast of
cool refreshing air to a publisher. It's a joy
to experience for them because, simply put, it's so rare!
Why not make you next submission that good?
And don't be put off. It's not about being original or
even profound. It's simply about presenting a manuscript
whereby the publisher recognizes that the author cares
enough to have learnt and understood there are certain
conventions - that there is a right way
to deal with words, prose, grammar, drama, action,
dialogue, description, pretty much everything.
Your next manuscript can be the one - the
contender. It doesn't matter how far along the
road you are, how many novels you've written already, I
can teach you how to create the best and most sellable
fiction. Guaranteed.
There are many ways to write but there are only a few
ways to write that will impress a modern publisher. I
can show you how to take charge of your fiction.
Be its leader. Fill yourself with the confidence that
only knowledge and wisdom can give you. That only I
can teach you.
"I
just want to thank you for doing what you do. I've always
wanted to learn to write and you gave me this dream come
true. You are so incredibly kind and wise. You're on my
prayer list to always be successful in all your endeavors
because you share so unselfishly. Thank you sooooo
much." Shea D
Here's what I will show you in FICTION 101:
Module One.
* How to
generate ideas and turn them into sellable projects. How
to get those elusive gems of inspiration out of your head
and on to paper.
* How to conquer fear, procrastination and idleness. How
to deal with anxiety, lack of inspiration and self doubt.
How best to use
notebooks, journals, writing prompts, or not, how to best
use short
stories and short practice exercises to lever your
creativity and
dramatically increase your output.
* How to manage your time. The importance of
pre-planning, getting organized, setting goals with
end-dates and creating time within busy schedules. How to
win the battle with time.
Module Two.
* Getting
to grips with the writing process. What it means to be a
writer. How to sustain the successful writer's mindset.
Understanding fiction, its role, purpose and higher
meaning.
* How to create trust between you, the author, and your
reader. The importance of the author/reader pact - and
how to honor it. Why fiction must be more believable than
fact.
* The rules of engagement. Entertainment versus
enlightenment.
* How to create that "little something extra"
at this early stage
that will set you apart from the herd.
Module Three.
* How to
easily create believable characters. Reader
identification. Character Empathy. Relationships.
Character depth and development - how to deal with growth
and change within fiction. How to create characters for a
series.
* Making protagonists and antagonists interesting,
strong, exciting characters you and your reader's will
love. How to approach secondary characters.
Module Four.
* Plotting.
Plotting via characterization, or not. The rules of cause
and effect. Brainstorming, mind-mapping. The various
genre requirements.
* Thinking
outside the square. Sub plots.
* Case studies of plots. The 12 basic plots writers have
used since the dawn of time. Simple exercises to help
you. How not to plot.
* How to
appear original, fresh and inspired.
Module Five.
* The
outline - your book's structure. Themes, morals, the
message. Endings. Twists. Double twists. Consistency,
focus, continuity. Using charts, notes and research.
* Includes sample outlines and templates to assist you.
Module Six.
* Show
don't tell - the most important (and most profitable)
lesson you will ever learn. This whole fat module is
given over to this most fundamental of fiction writing
issues. With specific examples and exercises.
Module Seven.
* The
basics. All the things you MUST understand before you
start writing - even if you've written novels before. A
close look at sentence structure, punctuation and
grammar. So many writers think they know it all and/or
this is not important. But it is, vitally - and correct
usage of the English language DOES make the difference
between rejection and acceptance. Miss this module at
your peril!
* We will also study style, use of contractions,
abbreviations,
italics v underline, thoughts v speech marks, dialect and
formality. Writing with honesty and originality. The
importance of KISS. Getting your feelings and emotions
down on paper. An exploration into active versus passive
writing.
Module Eight.
* Scene
Structure. Scene transition. Crisis points. Background
exposition. What to write first. Action v dialogue, the
right balance.
* The importance of setting, the third character.
Environments: plain v exotic. The use of description,
exposition and the author's versus the narrator's voice.
The rules regarding point of view.
Module Nine.
* Chapter
structure. Templates to guide you. Focusing on what's
important Keeping your reader engrossed - the technique.
Pacing, tension, drama, clarity of vision.
* Keeping an eye on story structure - achieving balance.
* Moving between time periods - back and forth or linear?
Change of character's voice over time.
Module Ten.
* The
writing. Finishing drafts - writing without stopping. How
to stay on target. Maintaining motivation. Writing
without thinking. Writing QED.
* Protagonist v antagonist - who's leading the story? And
why?
* Writing out of corners. Getting past the
'two-thirds-complete' slump.
Module Eleven.
* Self
editing. Over editing. Rewriting. Polishing. Maintaining
your vision and its freshness.
* Continuity in rewriting - charts, notes and reminders.
Staying clear.
Module Twelve.
* Getting
published. Queries, submissions. Writing your synopsis.
* Options. Career management. Persistence, self belief.
Developing as a writer. Territory requirements. Personal
development, charting your progress.
The course contains numerous examples and exercises to
help you fully understand all of the subtleties involved
in writing good quality fiction.
But that's not all.
Click through to start Fiction 101 now and you'll also
receive these wonderful FREE bonus items:
* "The Craft of Fiction" by
Percy Lubbock
214 pages. A fascinating treatise on literature with
examples from the greatest master storytellers of all
time. $47 value!
* "How to Speak and Write Correctly"
by Joseph Devlin MA
171 pages of invaluable advice on the rules and
conventions of the
English language. $37 value!
* "The Elements of Character"
by Mary G Chandler
An engaging 162 page examination of what makes a person
who they are. $27 value!
* "How to Tell a Story" by
Mark Twain
The great man himself speaks on this most pertinent of
topics! $11 value!
* "The Power of Concentration"
by Theron Q Dumont
This 153 page epic reads like a cross between The Secret
and Unlimited Power. It's a fabulous book to own and
guide your life in itself. This book alone could change
your life! $incalculable value!
"Rob,
thank you so very much for your lessons. They are all
wonderful. You are the best teacher I have ever come
across." Alan C
To get this
entire, life changing program delivered to your door
(Australia only) within 10 working days, it's available
to you right now for $298. Go here:
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the ONLINE version for half price (anywhere in the
world), $149, delivered via email over
the next 12 weeks, go here:
If writing
fiction success is what you need, want, dream of and
desire, then this program is for you!
Thank you.
Rob@writersfriend.com.au
Dedicated
to your personal success
The
Writing Academy
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