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Books for Writers, Part 1

by Stephanie Dethlefs | Feb 2, 2023 | Book Coaching, Books for Writers, First Draft, How to write a novel, Planning your book

In this video, I share two of my favorite resource books for clarifying the big picture of what you want to say in – and do with – your novel.  What have you read lately? Let me know in the comments! Blueprint for a Book, by Jennie Nash Story Genius: How...

Plotter vs. Pantser

by Stephanie Dethlefs | Feb 1, 2023 | First Draft, How to write a novel, Mindset, Planning your book, Plot development

There is this pervasive idea that there are two ways to write a novel: either you plan it all out or you wing it. And what’s worse: both camps think the other way is wrong. This frustrates me to no end, because the truth is there is no “right” way to...

How To Write a Novel (YouTube edition)

by Stephanie Dethlefs | Jan 5, 2023 | Accountability, First Draft, Getting feedback, How to write a novel, Mindset, Planning your book, Revision, writing craft, writing life

In this video, I’m sharing my signature system for coaching writers through writing their novels. Here’s the truth: writing a novel is hard and it takes a long time. But if you know what to expect and can stay focused on where you are NOW (vs. what needs...

A Writing Reset for 2023

by Stephanie Dethlefs | Jan 5, 2023 | Accountability, Inner critic, Mindset

What will your writing life look like in 2023? Let’s start with what it looked like last year. Your writing in 2022 was good enough. We are not judging it. But, objectively, what worked and what didn’t? 👉Can you take what worked and continue it? 👉Can you...

What Pixar Can Teach Us About Plot

by Stephanie Dethlefs | Nov 1, 2022 | First Draft, How to write a novel, Planning your book, Plot development, writing craft

There is no one “right” way to write a novel. But there are basic types of plot points which every story, no matter how simple or complex, needs to include. Using a strategy like this Pixar storytelling model is one way to make sure you’ve got them covered. Links:Take...
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