What is the necessary guidelines to write a novel.
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Writing a novel involves a lot, but on top of your checklist is a plot, which has to do with the artistic assemblage of the moving parts of your story i.e your opening otherwise called, exposition, then the rising action; climax, then falling action and resolution. The second bit is your characterization, which has to do with defining characters and assigning roles, responsibilities and fates. Third, on that list is your conveyance which is guided by your target audience i.e. diction. Also, in the course of these, you will engage the various figurative elements, namely figures of speech and the others.
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Establish a consistent writing space. …
Hone in on your book idea. …
Outline your story. …
Do your research. …
Start writing and stick to a routine. …
Finish your first draft. …
Revise and edit. …
Write your second draft.
There are no necessary guidelines.
If you have a good idea about a story, start putting it down on paper (draft copy) when you’re done written you give it to an Editor to proofread for you. If it’s ok, you will publish it.
Read voraciously
Use ur limited time wisely
Build a relationship with an editor
Start with characters
Decide on a point of view
Read voraciously. Writers are shaped by other writers. The books we read as children influence our tastes and can often have an impact on our writing style as adults. The writers who shape us are almost like unofficial mentors: By reading widely and closely, young writers can learn at the feet of history’s most famed and beloved authors.
2. Make checklists of details. Think about your setting and motivations for writing, and then make a checklist of details you want to be sure you include in your story. Your checklist can be a single page or it can fill a whole notebook. It’s not guaranteed to save you from bad writing, but it’s a very useful tool nonetheless. The last thing an author wants is to finish a manuscript and realize they’ve left out half of what motivated them to write in the first place.
3. Develop good habits. Most beginning writers will have to balance their writing with other responsibilities. Setting aside consistent blocks of time for writing is an important step. Your writing time can be early in the morning or late at night or on your lunch hour, but keep it consistent, and insist on prioritizing that time. You can also experiment with having a dedicated writing room where you always work. This can be your dining room table or—if you have the space—a home office. The fact is, a good story idea does you little good if you don’t set aside the time to work on it, so find those pockets of time and space in your own life.
4. Use your limited time wisely. Before you sit down to write, think of ideas, remind yourself of where you left off in the story, or make a mental plan for what you want to accomplish during that session. Some people strive to write 2,000 words a day. Others disregard word count and are more comfortable alternating between days spent reading, outlining, or researching. No matter what you choose, it’s a good idea to give yourself daily goals. This will prevent you from spending precious writing time staring at a blank page—though there are practical ways to overcome writer’s block.
5. Build a relationship with an editor. Editors are a hugely important part of your publishing process. If you’re so fortunate as to command interest in your manuscript, you’ll want to do everything you can to ensure a good fit. A good editor will make you a better writer, but a bad editor can compromise your artistic vision. Check potential editors’ references, look at their backlist (prior books they’ve edited), chat with them about expectations, and look for a personal connection. Ask yourself what traits you value in a collaborative partner. A good connection between writer and editor makes a huge difference in the editing process.
Read and understand.
Vocabulary and punctuation marks,
Read voraciously
Use your time wisely
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Read
Use your time wisely
Build relationship with an editor
Start with characters