How NOT to Write a Novel http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:15:58 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc724 I enjoyed your article. I\'ll have to buy the book. Geoff Wainwright Fri, 30 May 2008 18:18:56 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc737 :cheer: Thanks for that. I\'m a writer of fourteen and I think this will help me out with my sci fi writing. Parker Lizardi Mon, 09 Jun 2008 19:26:01 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc767 I am 13 and writing a fantasy. THat should help as I am currently on page 60. Brooke Sun, 22 Jun 2008 16:35:51 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc777 I\'ve attempted to write several books, but have been stopped by the idea of how I\'m going to get it published. When i begin writing I\'m consumed with the characters and plot. I dont want to stop, but the fear or having the novel go nowhere puts the plug in the ideas flowing through my mind. I believe this book will help to overcome this and perhaps will lead me to publishing my first book. Danielle Sat, 28 Jun 2008 15:13:59 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc778 That definitely gives some insight as to what to do from here on in. I\'ve got about 300 pages written, it\'s just sticking them altogether and figuring out where to go from there that I\'ve been having issures with. If anyone would like to read a part and give me some insight I would really appreciate the help. dyingonborrowedtime@gmail.com =) J.P. Eckleburg Sat, 28 Jun 2008 22:34:02 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc784 :woohoo: thats pretty cool having page 300 i am still writing 5 fantasy novals at once and iam good with my english but i have done about 100 books and only 5 work out for me RB Tue, 01 Jul 2008 03:34:59 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc786 :evil: awesome i could use this one the lik 6 books i waz writing but stopped cuz i couldnt fiuger how to make em betta thx RJ Tue, 01 Jul 2008 17:22:08 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc787 :evil: i writting a book but am only on chapter 10 lol :( Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:05:09 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc788 :angry: and what really pisses me of is that im 11 years old and have a good book. whos going to publish an 11 yearolders book???? :angry: :( Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:08:19 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc789 Interesting... good article, by the way. I\'m thirteen and I\'ve been writing for a couple of years now with my good friend. We post some fiction on this website: fanfiction.net/glenniecrombie It\'s based off of a fandom, though. It\'s just practice, but we can easily change the names and tweak the plot just a bit. The thing is we have been thinking about cowriting an actual original novel, but how would we be able to get someone to look over it? Most people don\'t give the time of day to young aspiring writers. I\'ve read some books written by certain adult writers for young teens and could not help but wonder what it would be like to actually have something published. Any advise? anonymous Wed, 02 Jul 2008 19:01:58 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc801 :woohoo: Good article I have been looking to get into writing a book of my own now for quite some time. I Have the ideas and am forever plotting the story since i am new to writing and just dont know how to approach it. I know its tough in the begining everything is but this book might just be the key thanks. The world sure is a difficult place and only 1 in 900 people actually stick with what they are aiming for... thats me too :evil: OUT :silly: Xenit Mon, 07 Jul 2008 14:10:21 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc810 My story is going great! Its like nothing you\'ve ever heard before. I\'m on chapter 13 and I would like to know how I could publish my book after I\'m done? :cheer: Lauren Thu, 10 Jul 2008 11:56:38 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc827 I spend a lot of time on the website www.worthyofpublishing.com where I have 4 novels on it for review. Its a great site for any budding author. I will read this book on how not to write a novel. We are never too old to learn eh? Rick Canhan Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:45:57 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc828 I look forward to reading it Rick Canhan Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:47:36 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc832 That\'s sort of funny--my friend and I are co-authors of a book which may become a series...We based the fantasy book we\'re working on off our school and our class, and we send it out a chapter at a time to our friends and those classmates. Yes, it\'s true that adults are the ones who will decide whether your book is up to snuff. But they\'re not your audience, I\'m guessing. So write the book. Have people your age read it. Ask for their honest advice--my friend and I have had extremely good feedback. The feedback might not say we did a good job, but it tells us what our audience wants to read, to see in their mind\'s eye. And if you can write for the age it\'s meant for, and the people of that age love it, the publisher you find will love you. (We can dream about a nice, good-hearted world, but let\'s be truthful. They\'ll like the money that the work of art you create with pen and paper will bring in. But what does it matter why they ublish your book? It\'s published, and you can take pride in saying: \"I am a PUBLISHED young author. I can do anything I attempt.\" Sorry for the spiel. =D Good luck! Feel free to contact, too... avampyres@hotmail.com AvampyresAnonymous partner Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:34:14 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc833 ...publish your book? No. Because you can say, \"I am a PUBLISHED young author. I can accomplish what I set out to do.\" Sorry for the spiel. =D If you\'d like to contact... avampyres@hotmail.com And good luck. AvampyresAnonymous partner Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:37:00 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc846 :woohoo: i have no idea how to start my book!!!!! i want to get this - might help :lol: does anyone else, when they are writing, find they copy a bit from their fav books plots/characters etc etc????? hm. :) Spin Wed, 23 Jul 2008 05:33:06 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc872 :?: well me and my cousin want to write a book based on somthing that happened to us and is still acually occuring up to now so we arent really sure how to start off i mean we know the story well but we dont know how to set it up correctly and by the way we are thirteen so can anyone help us kelly Sun, 03 Aug 2008 16:31:52 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc873 btw if u have any solutions contact us at britney1795@yahoo.com kellyandbritney Sun, 03 Aug 2008 16:35:51 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc875 hey, i\'m 10 (actually i\'m turning 11 today) and i\'m writing a book. I will get it published, because it\'s something i\'m good at, and if youre good at writing, don\'t give up. earn some money and publish your book, and if you need help with your book, ask your parents. they can do a lot to help. Emmi Tue, 05 Aug 2008 13:40:48 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc888 Dont worry about trying to set it up at this stage, Just write it up and put it on the website for review at least. Take your time and hopefully you will get some feedback on how you write, watch your spelling. Just check the web site out and your\'ll get the jist of things. Regards Rick Richard Canhan (Rick) Fri, 08 Aug 2008 03:39:29 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc911 :confused: My recent book is almost 20 pages long, but it is the rough draft. So far, I have barely(i forgot how to spell ting real soonhat. Sorry!) began chapter two. It is based off a series that I love, and I have credited it in the book. I red this article and I was confused on what the author was trying to say in the example provided. I am going into 10th grade now so this book should get intresting real soon. Only I don\'t have the time to read it since I am taking 8 difficult classes this semester. Good luck to everyone else. Kayla Sun, 17 Aug 2008 10:15:27 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc916 I was interested by your comment. I am a 16 year old writer and have written already 600 pages on my novel. If you would like to email me a copy of what you have written so far i could give you my thoughts, and i could send you some of my book so we can both get a clearer idea on our writing. please email me. thanks alot. nawalaniec@xtra.co.nz Jesse Nawalaniec Sun, 17 Aug 2008 21:05:33 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc917 :cheer: I\'ll send you something shortly OK. Look forward to reading something from you. Rick Rick Canhan Mon, 18 Aug 2008 06:14:56 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc918 B) I\'m an aspiring writer of 41 and this is a great article. I have always wanted to write a work of fiction, but never really found proper guidelines...this really helps! Makenna Thu, 21 Aug 2008 08:25:54 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc924 thanks for writing that book :D Now i know what exctly not to do. tiger dawg Thu, 21 Aug 2008 23:06:05 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc925 :?: if ur so good at english how come u have wrote 100 but only 5 worked out? HUH HUH WHAT TO THAT!!!!!! :evil: :evil: THATS ME! BOB Thu, 21 Aug 2008 23:10:42 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc929 I\'m 13 and writing a book. Ever since I was a little kid I have loved writing, and I\'ve been trying to write books for at least a year but have only recently stuck to a book and finished it :side:. I\'m getting part of it looked over by someone at the moment. And to all young authors out there: never give up. If this is your dream, then chase it. anonymous Fri, 22 Aug 2008 13:04:34 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc930 i am also a writer of 14 and i found this information vary helpful to me in writing the frist of the 3 books i have planed. i was able to fix all my mistakes and am now almost ready to get published. karla Fri, 22 Aug 2008 13:05:58 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc931 thank you for this information. the book proved helpful.i am 14 and in the middle of writting my the first of 3 books. this helped me go back through and make the changes nesasary for it to be finished. karleydean Fri, 22 Aug 2008 13:54:37 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc937 I find it surprisingly interesting that every comment that is posted above my comment contains a very obvious typo of some sort. The majority of the typos consist of failure to capitalize when necessary, but some are not to subtle. If even one were well written, I may not be so skeptical, but EVERY entry on a writers \"forum\"?! I don\'t think so! These are fake! Nonetheless, this book looks like it could be very beneficial. Melissa Sun, 24 Aug 2008 03:46:42 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc938 Replying to Melissa, this is a casual forum where people are engaging in a conversation like exchange. The fact that there is errors lies with the informality of the setting. No one would submit a finished work without checking it VERY carefully, however, that is not the atmosphere of this setting. Please enjoy the articles and take from the comments that which is helpful and feel free to leave the rest. Sue Sun, 24 Aug 2008 09:45:16 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc958 :confused: :confused: I have been writing and collecting history information for my culture and people of Malawi for the past 4 years. So far I have what is needed by my worry is how to compile it so that it makes more sense and readable by the public Reverine Sambo Wed, 27 Aug 2008 08:48:02 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc960 I will definitely have to buy this book. Sometimes I get so stuck on ways to word things I forget what my next line was going to be! :unsure: Checota Wed, 27 Aug 2008 13:50:05 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc967 hey, i\'ve started writing a novel. I would like to know how long it took you people to figure out who the main characters were going to be and where the story would be set, the plot basically. I keep on changing my mind constantly, 2 or 3 times a day, i even dream about it...I also hesitate about whether i should be the main character or not. Camille Sat, 30 Aug 2008 12:05:54 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc975 :woohoo: wow, this sounds really good. I\'m deffinetly getting this book. Kelly Wed, 03 Sep 2008 10:57:36 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc976 :side: My book is going great! more than half-way through it! :D Wed, 03 Sep 2008 18:27:28 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc994 well... im just begin to enter this writing world,pretty nice to write such story...... :huh: apae Mon, 08 Sep 2008 23:02:37 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc996 I have completed my novel.Now i want to publish it.I want Vintage house to publish it, what should i do. Muzaffar Karim Wed, 10 Sep 2008 17:42:04 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1001 I\'m 12 and writing a book, that really helped me.Thx B) Lola Sun, 14 Sep 2008 15:45:41 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1002 it would be a great favour if any one of you would guide me.how to go about publishing my book.i am in the process of writing a dream book but get laid back with the thought of it not being published.i would also like to know a place where i can share it with other readers so as to get a nice feedback. kunal Sun, 14 Sep 2008 20:23:56 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1003 it would be a great favour if any one of you would guide me.how to go about publishing my book.i am in the process of writing a dream book but get laid back with the thought of it not being published.i would also like to know a place where i can share it with other readers so as kunal Sun, 14 Sep 2008 20:25:04 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1004 Hi, Before you worry about getting your book published you will need to get it reviewed, one place I have put my work for public review is www.worthyofpublishing.com check it out, it also has tips on publishing when you feel you are ready to tackle that. good luck. Rick Canhan Mon, 15 Sep 2008 01:38:41 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1007 I am also 14 and am writing a realistic fiction book about a girl in the 11th grade. This is proving to be a little difficult but I am on the 30th page and am moving forward very well. I\'ll have to see this book. Sanjana Mon, 15 Sep 2008 19:53:22 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1020 I\'m 13 and writing a book thats 100 pages now and i\'m not even close to finishing.....i was wondering how to get it published once i\'m finished... any help?? Taylor Thu, 18 Sep 2008 19:43:18 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1039 I\'m sixteen years old. I\'m not writing a fantasy, or a love story, or any sort of novel for that matter. I am, however, trying to put together a book of poems. I feel that I have enough and they\'re all worth it. I\'m just not sure how to go about getting it put together and published. So.. help? please? Samantha Fri, 26 Sep 2008 19:16:19 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1043 I\'m writing a book, and I am 13. But, you know what sucks? I\'m only on chapter ten of the first book. My whole book is divided into 61 books, and im not even done with the first MAn! :!: B) basketballmaniac Sun, 28 Sep 2008 09:55:17 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1044 I would ttly love to read some of your book. dino_alter@yahoo.com karley Sun, 28 Sep 2008 11:57:12 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1046 Hi this article really helped. im 16 and im writing a YA novel about my experience going to prep school in america and iv sent a proposal and gotten several responses so heres a word or two: write a ton read a ton send a ton rewrite more and it is possible to get published as a teen look for my book in barns and noble :) goodluck everyone ab Mon, 29 Sep 2008 17:49:03 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1047 im 16 and i wrote a novel. i wrote a proposal and sent it to about 200 different offices. im getting published and have recieved several offers. so keep writing and re-writing keep sending the\\m it is possible to get published as a teen xoxox ab Mon, 29 Sep 2008 17:51:14 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1050 What offices did you send it to? Would it be possible to get it published me living in Texas? Did you have your book ready or did you just send in your story and they put it together for you? Samantha Tue, 30 Sep 2008 11:35:44 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1058 I just started writing my book, and this is very helpful! I hope I actually stick to it... :lol: Paisley Sat, 04 Oct 2008 21:45:19 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1074 Is it possible to write you book finish it and actually get someone to look at it who is important? If they did look at it and if the book was great would they publish it? Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:28:00 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1075 Yeah i would like to know if and when im finished with my book would i actually get a publisher to look at my book and publish it? Who would i contact in order to have them take a look at my manuscript? Brandi Davis Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:30:30 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1076 yeah i would also like to say that my book is a romance, a great lovely romance and it is the best thing i have ever written... i started out as a poet and did very well in that but then i wanted more, so i just started to write on my lab top of a story in my head about two lovers. I would like to know if someone would at least take a look at what i am very proud of. brandi davis Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:33:43 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1077 what i did was go to this site called www.worthyofpublishing.com and posted my book\'s (Survival\'s Twist & Poems from the lips of the unknown)on there. pubishers are always on that site looking for the next big thing and other people can read it and tell you what they think. it is really cool. karley alter Thu, 09 Oct 2008 13:47:57 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1078 :cheer: Sounds interesting, firstly you need to get some feedback on your work, check out the following website www.worthyofpublishing.com I have put a few of my writings on there and its great to get honest feedback from other writers.It\'s certainly worthy checking out anyway. Rick Canhan Fri, 10 Oct 2008 02:42:07 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1093 I\'m 11 in sixth grade and i have a great book but I\'m starting to get down because I\'m 11 and what publisher is going to publish an 11 year old book help please what do i do :unsure: anonymous Tue, 14 Oct 2008 19:51:16 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1096 one thing you need to do is be patient. it may take a while to find a publisher. also you need to find out what others think of your book. a good place to go t do that is www.worthyofpublishing.com it is a great site that other people can read you book and leave you coments of how they liked it. they can also rate it. it is a great site to use in trying to find out if your book is really good and if people will buy it. thats just what i did but there are many ways. karley alter karley alter Wed, 15 Oct 2008 10:57:17 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1103 I like writing and have actually posted some of my work on a site called worthy of publishing but I have an idea for a book that I think will be very interesting. I am 15 but I have always been into reading and writing. The book I have posted is a poetry book but the one I am thinking about writing is more of a teen\'s life / romance type thing. I was just trying to find some pointers on writing that might be helpful. If you want to contact me you cand do so using me fearallfear@yahoo.com account Kelsey A. Fri, 17 Oct 2008 23:04:36 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1104 You should post it on worthyofpublishing.com there are authors that look at books on that site. I even have a book on there. If you want to contact me use my fearallfear@yahoo.com account kelsey A. Fri, 17 Oct 2008 23:08:03 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1105 you could post it on worthyofpublishing.com there are even publishers that will read books from there. fearallfear@yahoo.com kelsey A. Fri, 17 Oct 2008 23:12:03 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1111 wow, no one get too excited...how many of you have actually done research on the possibilities of your novel getting published? I mean, seriously! nothing about your class or a fanfic is going to get published 4real. I\'ve written both, 4 fun, but u\'ll have to upstage it 500% for it to even be considered. I\'m 15 and i want to get published too, but really, i\'m not expecting anyone to jump at my novel, no matter how long i work on and edit it. i\'m not sayin give up ur dream. What i am sayin is that u should practice and practice untill you honestly beleive that someone who\'s already read a million manuscripts that morning and isn\'t really ready to give you half a chance will like your novel enough to submit it to the next level, and on up. That, and i suggest a TON more personal research. r2d2y Mon, 20 Oct 2008 21:43:20 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1112 and.... yeah i\'m sorry if i sounded harsh. But i just don\'t want anyone to be like, OMG i have an amazing book and be totallty put down. A book i totally suggest anyone interested in publishing should read is Getting YOur Book Published for Dummies. If nothing else, it\'ll wake you up to the harsh realities of the publishing world. r2d2y Mon, 20 Oct 2008 21:48:44 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1114 the more you want something, the easyer it is to get it. why brake someones spirits? let everyone beleave that they will get published and i bet you many will. not all, ofcorse, but some will. if someone wants something hard enough they will get it. or pretty dang close. karleydean@yahoo karley alter Tue, 21 Oct 2008 13:29:05 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1124 k samantha Fri, 24 Oct 2008 09:57:16 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1141 Camille, Most authors put a little of themselves into most or all of their characters. It\'s ok. Don\'t make it totally about you unless you have a very exciting life that people would want to read about. As far as setting goes, write about an area that you love or would love to visit. If you don\'t know about the area, make sure you do your homework. Annette Annette Sat, 01 Nov 2008 11:57:39 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1142 Just do your homework and don\'t spend a fortune on self-publishing. There are sites that will allow you to publish just one book. One the other hand,some that make you buy up to 3,000 books (which sometimes end up filling your garage). Annette Annette Sat, 01 Nov 2008 12:00:06 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1143 :angry: im 10 i have a good book its a naval about a penguin. I really want it published but its not like a publishers even going to consider a book by a kid 7irn67e56u Sun, 02 Nov 2008 02:00:56 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1151 Hey,I\'m from Kenya and I\'m also a budding writer. I\'m 17 and I\'ve just come from writing my first fantasy book. Personnally, I think it\'s good but who knows.. I should probably spend more time worrying about how good it really is. Tell me, how can I get the book, How NOT to write a Book? I would also like to know, what would you like to see in a proper fantasy book? aloysius Sat, 08 Nov 2008 13:43:30 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1152 THere is a site you can go to and poast your book and have people read, rate and comment on it. There are even publishers that look at that site. It\'s called www.worthyofpublishing.com E-mail me at fearallfear@yahoo.com B) kelsey Sat, 08 Nov 2008 17:11:12 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1171 Wow, pretty good article. I\'m only 16 and I\'ve written about two good books that in the works of getting published. This segment really made me giggle when I read it. The whole section of drainage stuff was humorous. It truly was. I was actually trying to find a website on how to get a big publishing company to read my F.D. (final draft) and see if its good or not. Funny article. Loved it. Kayla Kuruptive Sat, 15 Nov 2008 11:49:57 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1174 :confused: Hey i\'m 13 i\'m not sure that i\'m not sure how to write a novel can you give me some tips? sploosh_homework@yahoo.com Sploosh Sun, 16 Nov 2008 02:10:39 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1192 I\'m a 35 year-old male. One morning, I was arrested and jailed and my family was gone and I didn\'t know why. My sister recommended that I make a log to help me cope. That was about two years ago. It\'s been a heck of a journey. Turns out my wife was un-diagnosed seasonally psychotic bipolar with persecutory delusions and had immagined me attacking her. I\'m thinking about publishing my log. It\'s got more twists and turns than any book I ever read and I wouldn\'t believe it myself if I didn\'t live it. Any suggestions? anonymous Fri, 21 Nov 2008 21:40:06 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1193 :) Hi everyone. Does anyone have any good ideas of what to write about? I desperately want to write a book, but I just don\'t know what to write about. I know I\'m a good writer. I know I\'m not the greatest writer in the world. I LOVE to write! But I just don\'t know what type of book I should write. :?: :dry: Love story? Story about Christmas? Or maybe just a story about my Nephew, a baby that has went through many surgeries? Any Suggestions? Please email me if you do CraigFerguson2008@yahoo.com Katie Sat, 22 Nov 2008 02:42:43 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1206 It helps to have an unbiased oppinion, as you probably no, friends and family just don\'t offer an unbiased oppinion. But to find a good canadate to read your novel and actually provide honest feedback, you might want to find someone who is interested in the subject you are writing about. Otherwise, there opinion will be lacking in comment as well. Brandy Mattox Sat, 29 Nov 2008 03:49:20 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1217 That article was actually helpful. I\'m a writer to, and i\'m trying to get one of my books published, and this article made me want to turn around and reread me writing material. =) Joanna Welborn Mon, 01 Dec 2008 13:24:42 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1218 Wow. That\'s intense. I\'ve got half a mind to say you embellish it and twist it into a thriller. People love to konw the dirty little secrets of other people\'s lives. Especially in America. Maybe a passive journal style publication titled \"Hell and Back?\" Mon, 01 Dec 2008 16:20:46 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1228 :kiss: thank you for the help. i am 16 and ive been writing since i was twelve. i am on page 40 of my third book and i have now to get back with the others to get them published. thank you for the help of the article. i appriciate it. :kiss: Stephanie Wed, 03 Dec 2008 10:20:32 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1267 hi karla, this is kartikey, i m younger 25 yrs, & i m profesionaly financial person now,main point is that i creat a novel story of american all cultural in this story i involved all thing in america\'s. like life, politics,city\'s life jungle life and many more & i allready completed 200 page its just end of the time. now please if know about publishing than please give me some advice please ...... if u known other guy about the same please commuicate & give me some advice on my mail id ; mail is : kjoshi450@gmail.com i hope u will try to me thanks & have a cachy day, Kartikey Kartikey Sat, 20 Dec 2008 09:50:20 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1268 hi jase, this is kartikey, i m younger 25 yrs, & i m profesionaly financial person now,main point is that i creat a novel story of american all cultural in this story i involved all thing in america\'s. like life, politics,city\'s life jungle life and many more & i allready completed 200 page its just end of the time. now please if know about publishing than please give me some advice please ...... if u known other guy about the same please commuicate & give me some advice on my mail id ; mail is : kjoshi450@gmail.com i hope u will try to me thanks & have a cachy day, Kartikey Kartikey Sat, 20 Dec 2008 09:51:22 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1269 hi emmi, this is kartikey, i m younger 25 yrs, & i m profesionaly financial person now,main point is that i creat a novel story of american all cultural in this story i involved all thing in america\'s. like life, politics,city\'s life jungle life and many more & i allready completed 200 page its just end of the time. now please if know about publishing than please give me some advice please ...... if u known other guy about the same please commuicate & give me some advice on my mail id ; mail is : kjoshi450@gmail.com i hope u will try to me thanks & have a cachy day, Kartikey Kartikey Sat, 20 Dec 2008 09:52:20 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1280 :side: yes! it help a little. I\'m a writer of 16 and I been writing since i was just a few years younger. Come to think of it, my story is kind of borring. i\'ll spark it up a bit. angelic Thu, 25 Dec 2008 19:48:01 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1281 everyone is claiming how they\'re on their third book. I\'m only on my first. what\'s the title of your books anyway?? :?: if u dont mind me asking.. angelica Thu, 25 Dec 2008 19:51:40 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1288 Spell Check! Pleese,lol cha Sun, 28 Dec 2008 11:19:30 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1294 im 13 and writing a book, but im starting to get pesimistic about publishing, editing, and the like. i think that would be a good book to read. :side: great article by the way. . . Mon, 29 Dec 2008 23:02:57 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1295 Well, I\'m writing a book, also. But what I\'m wondering is where would one take a an unpublished manuscript to be copyrighted and published? Also, is age a concern? I am only fifteen, so I\'m not sure how that works out. Not to mention, I was also wonderng if during the publishing process if there are editors because I\'ve notice horrid grammar and spelling (as well as a abnormal amount of redundancy and lack of description along with a large amount of plain idolence with the mistakes and plot)Which brings me to my fear: I have this, what I\'d like to call, \"out of the crazy\" story that is truely addicting and often makes me wish I didn\'t know the ending already; though, what if my ignorance leads it to be truley horrid. any help? :0 Charlotte Tue, 30 Dec 2008 00:14:28 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1298 I\'m 12 years old and currently writing a book. I\'ve given several people to read the book and they absolutely adore it. They want more and more. I really want to get it published, but I have no idea where to start. HELP! My email address is soccergirl52496@hotmail.com. Jeanine Tue, 30 Dec 2008 13:55:25 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1307 I\'m 14 and am currently writing a novel. But the one thing that always accures after this introduction, is AGE! Age should not matter that much, unless your really young. I mean i\'ve heard of a good handful of young (12 and up) adults getting published, so think about it. Age doesnt really matter. What matters really if you want to get published is how good your manuscript is. Thats what really gets you published, your work not your age. So stop freaking out about how old you are and if its going to lower your chances of getting published. if you want it bad enough age should not stop you. Taylor Wed, 31 Dec 2008 17:07:40 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1308 Everyones mentioning how they are writing something....so how many pages have you guys gotten done already???? :) :cheer: :D Taylor Wed, 31 Dec 2008 17:09:32 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1330 :D :D :D omg, that is so true!!! Oh well, that is what editing is for :P Taylor Sat, 03 Jan 2009 23:39:27 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1333 :s Hey im 15 years old and love to write...I have been published, but only with poetry. I am writing a novel now and would like some help. I have all the ideas, i just am havin trouble gettin some of it wriiten. If anyone has any advice atall please email me anytime at chelise41@hotmail.com....it would be greatly appreciated. I also want to say to all the young ones, like me, keep ay it. I never thought i would get published and i am. The publishers will look at you for your writng technique, not your age. Keep working for your dream... Thanks to everyone...please email me.. Chelise Sun, 04 Jan 2009 18:40:50 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1335 :woohoo: I\'m a writer of 11 and this article really is going to help me with my second fantasy/horror novel. Now i have to ask my mom to buy the book.lol Tami Mon, 05 Jan 2009 11:04:47 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1336 HI, Im 11 too. I started my first fantasy book about a week ago :cheer: but i cant seem to find how to make it long enough. Im at page 15 and have 1/4 of the book done.When it\'ll be finished. in 10 years i hope :P ill publish it when im older. Just keep going cause i bet your novel\'s really good. Anonymous97 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 11:11:56 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1337 HI, Im 11 too. I started my first fantasy book about a week ago but i cant seem to find how to make it long enough. Im at page 15 and have 1/4 of the book done.When it\'ll be finished. in 10 years i hope ill publish it when im older. Just keep going cause i bet your novel\'s really good. Anonymous97 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 11:14:34 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1341 Hi, dear if u have any contact about the publishing for same i mean wrtting than please give me his/her mail for the communicate please help me if u could. ba...bye take care & thanks Kartikey Kartikey Wed, 07 Jan 2009 11:26:56 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1342 Thanks for suggetion i \'ll try to this Realy thnks... kartikey Kartikey Wed, 07 Jan 2009 11:29:54 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1352 hi dear, This is kartikey, i already created & completed my novel about the american cultural& i m sure that definetly it is so nice because i was read this story as a reader not writer. truely it was gorgeous. but i have no idea about the publishing than i want suggetion about the same. please help me if u could able or any contact in your friends i mean your groups. please reply me if possible Thanks & best regards Kart kartikey Fri, 09 Jan 2009 10:49:32 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1353 hey this is personal e-mail id below mention kartikey_angel@hotmail.com if u want realy give me help than please reply with above e-mail id Kart kartikey kartikey Fri, 09 Jan 2009 10:52:37 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1363 :) Great, but I\'ve read my whole life long, devoured the literature in my school and local libraries numerous times, and have been working on my book for over a year. Can\'t I just publish it and be done? alliE Sat, 10 Jan 2009 16:54:58 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1368 i\'m writing six diff. stories and all of them sound good to my friends i just need to work on keeping the plots straight from each other and them selfs. But your advise at the end sounds like what ive started with the Twilight Saga, and i have to say my first three chapters are much better than twilights\' LVP-Lauren Mon, 12 Jan 2009 09:28:26 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1376 Zoinks :cheer: Im 14 going on 15 and in a couple more years i know im going to publish my memoir but if a trullu want to write my whole life adn how people change me i belive i should finish my book when im about in my 30s :0 long way to go but it will all be worth it xochilth Tue, 13 Jan 2009 09:03:46 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1398 ok, i am 11 years old and i know how to use spell check. see, it also uses grammer check. it\'s quite useful, since i\'m writing a triller/fatasy and i\'m only on page 26... i\'m gonna self publish it. don\'t respond to this if you think an 11 year old can\'t write, cuz let me tell you i have gotten over 49 reviews and all of them told me i was awesome. lol just use spell check!! it\'ll help sooo much!!! Jailynn Sun, 18 Jan 2009 13:46:52 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1400 I\'m writing a novel at the moment. Currently, I\'m only on Chapter 8, just at the very beginning of it. I doubt I\'ll get finished before the month is out (because I\'ve had to work and look for college and things of that sort), but seriously, this should be a great help for me. I notice a bunch of people are posting stuff on fanfiction.net. I\'m guilty of posting a few things there as well, but at the same time, I have an idea for a major work that\'ll eventually become a series. By the way... I\'ve had a friend of mine tell me that a bunch of publishers won\'t even look twice at a manuscript unless it catches their interest. Which of course is what I\'m afraid of; I might not be able to get ANYONE interested at all. Nye Thurmond Mon, 19 Jan 2009 01:45:09 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1401 hi, i m interested kartikey Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:24:14 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1402 I would ttly read that. E-mail me at dino_alter@yahoo.com I could show you some of the books that i have made and how I got them out there for people to read. karley karley Mon, 19 Jan 2009 14:41:14 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1403 Age has no bearing. if you have good stuff then go for it. Check out www.worthyofpublishing.com It is a good place to go if you want to get published. All my stuff is on there. Karley karley Mon, 19 Jan 2009 14:44:27 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1405 Hi, This is kartikey i have already created one novel about the american culture base, but still i have no idea about the publishing so please help me about the forwarding in this area please give me reply with explenation Thanks & best regards, Kartikey Kartikey Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:38:32 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1406 Well you have some good points. I\'m in the process of writing a book thanks for the tips :] Ceara. Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:53:30 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1407 I am currently writing a book and I thought this article was awesome. I have already done about 12 drafts of a section of my book. I have completed my book but am typing it up to re-edit it over. But you definitly have to make sure that all the sentence structures make sense. Tat\'s why I ask some of my friends and relatives to read my story, so that it is not just my view. They are able to help spot different errors and point out confusions. It really works. Teresa Diettrich Wed, 21 Jan 2009 14:42:13 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1419 i started out on worthyofpublishing.com, but i found another website called booksie.com and i found i got so many more reviews and fans and comments so i would recommend that to all ya. just thought i\'d thrown it out there lol... Jailynn Fri, 23 Jan 2009 21:20:50 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1420 well, after resizing it to the size the page will be when published, i\'m on 59. lol/ :silly: Jailynn Fri, 23 Jan 2009 21:22:03 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1421 it is true, all the big publishing sites will not look at anything that isn\'t very intesting to them. what you have to do is keep sending a letter asking to send it in before hand to as many publishing companies as you can that print books in your genre. if nothing works, though, try self publishing (a great site is createspace.com) and there you can just set it up yourself and sell it. :) Jailynn Fri, 23 Jan 2009 21:25:25 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1422 you can on self publishing. google a free slef publishing site. wow i posted a lot of stuff on here lol good luck :) Jailynn Fri, 23 Jan 2009 21:26:46 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1433 for younger writers out there, maybe over the summer you could sign up for writing classes. Also, having good grammar is the key to writing a good book. KT Sun, 25 Jan 2009 19:12:04 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1448 :cheer: I am also 14 and wanting to write a book. I am trying to find ideas. But after reading that it made me think abit harder, Its not going to be easy but i will try. Thanks, Im thinking of buying the book :side: Luke De Roos Wed, 28 Jan 2009 05:37:31 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1461 :huh: I have a question. I am currently writing a book, I\'m not too far into it yet, but I was wondering if it would be better to write it on paper or on the computer? I\'m leaning to the computer because; A, you have spell check. B, you don\'t have to worry about spoiling your work with coffee spills. C, you don\'t have to type it out again when your ready to print it and have it published. That\'s all I was wondering. I\'d be thankful to get someone else\'s opinion about this. Go ahead and email me at jshwds@yahoo.com Thanks. Josh Woods Sat, 31 Jan 2009 18:25:50 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1474 Kartikey - looking at your three near-identical posts, I think that if you\'re planning to write your book in English, then you need to master the language first - simple things like spelling, punctuation and so on. Then when you\'ve dome that you can move on to more complex things like plot and narrative. Think of it as being like a sport - you have to master the basic techniques first before you can become a professional. Warwick Tue, 03 Feb 2009 09:55:11 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1475 I\'m 11 and I have published two short stories and I\'m writing a sci-fi book now. Linkyjapan Tue, 03 Feb 2009 19:16:41 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1479 I\'m 18 years old and have a story to tell.My parents don\'t exactly know, but I would like to write a book before I graduate; or at least get a manuscript done. i have one semester left and I just want to leave a mark on this world, other than just being smart. If you have any advice, comment here and hopefuly i\'ll find it. Tay Wed, 04 Feb 2009 18:39:15 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1480 Hey thanks for the advice I\'m a sixteen year old writer and I\'m in the process of finishing up my book.It\'s of poetry if you have any advice or know anything I could do as far as copyrighting etc please email me thanks. shayla Wed, 04 Feb 2009 21:27:46 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1484 That article sounds intersting. I\'ll most definately have to buy that book. I\'m sixteen and have written a book and am working on several others. I\'m actually trying to get my book published now. Rachael Thu, 05 Feb 2009 10:42:26 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1489 Hey Kids, Don\'t give out so much information about yourselves on websites. Real honest publishers will NOT ask you for such personal info. Have fun writing .... Jan C Fri, 06 Feb 2009 21:04:08 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1495 :woohoo: I am a writer of thirteen :idea: and want to check out the book Swhy Sun, 08 Feb 2009 15:00:48 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1498 Hello. I\'m fifteen and I\'m writing two books. Well It started out as one and then about 84 pages into my first one, I had to write down anoter idea. Oh, well, I\'m just saying out of my analysis, I found that out of my publishing offers or whatever you would perfer to call them, that selgf publishing is the best. Well, if you go to Lulu.com you can selfpublish and buy your own ISBN thing and they have other services. You pay for one copy--your copy--and then they put it on they\'re site, they are linked to borders and WeRead.com. So, Check it out. Oh but I Wanted to know if someone could help me, I\'m not sure on a few things. So if anyone could help me with formatting and plot? If so that would be great!I\'ve always had a problem with mking things go to fast, ever since sixth grade when I wrote a whole book worth of ideas in sixteen pages. ^^\" Woffumsgirl@yahoo.com Charlotte Sun, 08 Feb 2009 22:47:21 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1499 hey im natasha and i am wrighting a story and i would like to know what you think about it so here it is and hope you like it. :P She was young ,sixteen and amazingly beautiful, blue eyes brown hair and always wearing something spectacular. Her name is Sara and I am James the new guy as everyone calls me. When I arrived at Popon state school I had butterflies like I couldn\'t believe, and seeing Sara didn\'t make it any better. There I was standing there like a dumb Ass in front of an enormous school I had no friends and no relatives at Popon which makes life harder. I was in my first class (art) and Sara walked up to me, she wanted to know what on earth I was drawing and then commented on how good I was, I told her that I was bad and she just gave me her number and smiled. I immediately scooped my phone from out of my pocket and dialled the scatted numbers into my brand new phone. I arrived home and mum (as usual) told me to unpack my bag and then I had to make my way into the kitchen and unpack the stupid dishwasher, my thoughts were great, here we go again and I have better things to do. Well time to go to bed so peace out man. Morning, thank god its Friday first up double lesson with Sara and sexy Sami yes score. Well I arrived at school and Sara was being the person I thought she wasn\'t ,mean and selfish . I approached her and asked her why she was using cursive language at Sami, and she said that Sami has feelings for me and was planning to ask me out, I told Sara that I had no interest for Sami which is a very big lie and that I wouldn\'t trade her for the world ha ha yeah right. natasha Mon, 09 Feb 2009 02:37:44 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1501 :P I\'m twelve and writing my novel. I just want to say, no matter what anyone else says, never give up on your dream! Socal girl Mon, 09 Feb 2009 19:11:38 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1505 This article really helped me out. I\'m an 18 year old writer but I\'ve been writing since I was 12 or 13. I\'ve never really finished a book because I lose interest. However, I\'m writing a new book now. It is a very different genre then I used to write, so I believe it will hold my interest where others could not. So, I guess I must buy this book now. Thanks again. Jena Tue, 10 Feb 2009 12:27:09 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1508 Hi, I have read your comment and would like to offer some encouragment to you. I have never written or published a book, but it is clear to me that you should not worry about wheather or not the book gets published. Let yourself get ingrossed with the plot and the characters and create your vision of what the book should be. If you let your fears of never being published stop you then you NEVER WILL publish the book because it will be incomplete. Complete the book and the rest will follow :) David Tue, 10 Feb 2009 20:28:33 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1509 dsd ss Tue, 10 Feb 2009 20:55:43 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1515 Hey, don\'t worry about getting it published until the book is actually finnished and edited. There is no point in stressing yourself out with no good reason, first you should make sure the plot, characters and general idea of the book is well writen and interesting for your intended audience. Love the artical Good luck aspiring writers Annonymous Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:08:04 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1529 thank you for the advice,it had help me more ways then one. pat Mon, 16 Feb 2009 18:12:42 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1530 B) Thank you for the advice,dreams becomes legendary visions and visions turns into embrace figure with a willing mind to grow. Do not stop and don\'t give up. PAT Mon, 16 Feb 2009 18:36:05 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1535 I\'m 12 years old and I\'m trying to write a book but IDK if some 1 my age can do that. I read the book The School storie by Andrew Clements and I loved it. I dont read much and I wanted this book to be for the people like me. I had a couple of my friends read it and they said it was awesome but IDK if they are just saying that or not. :?: so yea. I want to know if it is possible for that to happen. PLease answer stating ur opinion Thanks Shoshia Twar Shoshia Twar Tue, 17 Feb 2009 15:44:58 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1536 it is also about me and my oh so exsiting life shoshia Twar Tue, 17 Feb 2009 15:52:37 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1556 Hi i have always wanted to be a writer since i was a young girl but i could never get started.Now at age 30 i still canèt get started and every time i want to write i keep thinking well what would i write about my life isnèt all that great people wouldnèt want to read enything i would write about so i end up not writing at all lol lindsay Mon, 23 Feb 2009 17:32:53 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1568 yep Thu, 26 Feb 2009 16:38:11 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1575 Wow.. at the age of 11, I was hopeful and I thought, just like you guys, that what I wrote was good, but I\'ve matured and I realized it\'s not as easy. I\'m actually going into Creative Writing at university, but still- that doesn\'t mean I\'ll get anything published. I know you have to work hard, and edit your work 235 times before even considering sending it for publishing. For those young writers, you guys have to give it time, because honestly- not one publisher will look at an eleven year old\'s work. Practice is all I can say. gab Sat, 28 Feb 2009 20:22:28 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1576 dont be hesitant, as long as you think its good, go for it. mine will get published in may. i am finishing it currently. too much editing but it will be fine. yes, you need to invest on it. it\'s my first time as well, but who knows, it can be the people\'s next fave. watch out, you\'ll love it. B) dianne Sun, 01 Mar 2009 09:00:42 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1585 Hrm... interesting. I\'ll pick up the book. Thanks for the tips! Samantha Wed, 04 Mar 2009 11:24:36 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1596 :) I\'m terrible at plots. I\'ve read 100\'s of books, and I\'m 12. I want to write a novel, a captivating one. So by googeling \'how to write a book\' i got your review. Thx, now I know what NOT to do! :P :) :) :P :P :) Courtney Fay Fri, 06 Mar 2009 17:52:28 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1602 hi...i\'m 13 and writing a book(that\'s why i\'m here), and i really need to get it copyrighted as i am going to finsh it soon. i sadly can\'t afford it, and i really don\'t want to get my parents involed either as it my turn out to be rubbish (i think it is wicked though). i really don\'t know what to do. if anybody can give me some help on this, as well as getting it published...which i also need to do... i will really appriceate it. hope to be rich soon....joshua. if you can help me, plz plz do by the way, send a comment on this website. i will check it every week. thank you for now joshua Sat, 07 Mar 2009 16:46:12 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1603 gd look at it i say. at 13 i\'m finding it hard, but fun. remeber that it is meant to be fun, so don\'t be put down at anything that stands in your way. hope to read your book if you do get it published joshua Sat, 07 Mar 2009 16:51:05 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1610 This book seems interesting and seems to have a great influence on new writers. I belive I may purchase this book. I have written a few stories and started a couple novals. I have one that is near finished and I continue to push onward until it is complete. Matthre Ennis Mon, 09 Mar 2009 20:06:57 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1632 :confused: Well the article kinda seemed interesting , however I dont know why I liked Mr. R2D2Y or his technical overview. one thing that i believe here is me and my writing offcourse.. well M not a major author or something , but tell you the thruth, I have written book too. one thing that i must admit that, when i started i just had a character somewhere in my mind whom i wanted to potray inside some fat book .However, later when i reached the 228th page i believe i had comepleted the entire thing. offcourse thinking about something (say the character of my book)constantly and an urge to make someone like something comes with a rigid practice and a self heroic mind ,where you kinda never give up. I am not denying the fact that the article was a good self help , however as i said , its only your mind that can create something uniqe and give it a life inside some pages .. anyways.. nice work.. and yeah MR . R2D2Y, i dunno who you are.. but nice thinking.. Rob Wed, 18 Mar 2009 16:32:34 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1646 hi, im just wondering is there a certain age limit to get your book published? if you could please answer, i would greatly appreciate it. BP Sat, 21 Mar 2009 15:39:01 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1647 hi there, im 15 and currently writing on a book. it will still take me atleast 6 months to finish my book, but i would like to know if you would still want to exchange and read each others novel? BP Sat, 21 Mar 2009 15:41:36 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1649 hi-a, I don\'t know if I replyed back to you or not. i lost my comp for a bit. lol. if you still need help e-mail me at dino_alter@yahoo.com I would be happy to help. karla Sun, 22 Mar 2009 14:56:07 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1653 I have bought this book in the hope that it will help complete my first novel. :) Kate Mon, 23 Mar 2009 00:36:08 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1657 :cheer: Thank you for the article. I believe this will really improve my future writing. KCF Wed, 25 Mar 2009 23:28:15 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1670 \'Sup. Umm... I\'m 13 and I really, really wanna write a book. My best friend and I are trying to write one together but I\'m not sure if people would like it. It\'s not like all the other books like Boy meets Girl. Boy falls for Girl. Boy and Girl goes out. Boy dumps Girl. Boy moves on. It\'s kinda different. So...yeah. awesomest girl ever! Sat, 28 Mar 2009 00:15:23 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1672 :) I\'m twelve years old and I\'m writing a book my self. I have wanted to write ever since I was little. I have started writing three books myself and still I haven\'t finished them!! I really do hope every thing goes well with your publishing!I\'m not sure I can publish mine though! I write fantasy books sometimes too. Mysteries are my hobby though! Aanonymous12 Sat, 28 Mar 2009 20:02:38 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1673 B) Can you tell me more about your book, it sounds really good! Aanonymous12 Sat, 28 Mar 2009 20:07:36 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1681 :confused: i must admit, i have fiddled with the ifeaof writing a book for a while now. Ever since the age of 12...its 23 years later and I am still fiddling with the idea. I am going to start, listening to you people have given me sense of purpose, but... 10 rough drafts before finalising a book!! Sounds darn right scary... brad Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:27:18 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1682 Hi dear, Thanks for the coment i like can please give me mail on this id: Kartikey_kk@yahoo.co.in Thnks & Best regards, Kartikey kartikey Mon, 30 Mar 2009 11:51:44 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1698 This article really helped me! Although I\'m still a little worried that the book I\'m working on won\'t be good enough for anyone to want to publish. I\'ve only written 18 pages, but I\'ve got the entire thing outlined. Because of that, I have a quick question for you; Do you think I should try to contact publishing houses before I finish my novel, to make sure my story is actually publish-worthy? Or should I continue to write it so that in the case that it is, I can produce a copy immediately if they ask about it? jmorrisonrocks27@hotmail.com Thanks! --Katie Katie Fri, 03 Apr 2009 14:58:36 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1700 :cheer: Hey Katie, Can I suggest you go to the following website www.worthyofpublishing.com and place some or all of your book/novel on it to get constructive feedback on it, it really helps. I have 5 books on it and have received some great feedback which has helped me develop them further. Check it out anyway, there are heaps of new writers on it and you can only benifit from their reviews. Good luck. Rick Canhan Sat, 04 Apr 2009 06:02:19 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1715 this article is great and i agree once you sit down and read your finished story you\'ll find places that are bad. i am currently rewriting my story and making it a lot better. i too want some help on the whole process of publishing, especially self-publishing. do they publish for 14 year olds? they probably do but im always afraid i wont understand the whole thing much! CG33 Wed, 08 Apr 2009 17:37:01 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1738 :kiss: i liked the article. i will end up buying the book. Dakotah Sat, 11 Apr 2009 11:59:32 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1758 you are interesting.....tell me more. ambrose affare Tue, 14 Apr 2009 10:51:52 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1766 I agree with Anne! Mike Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:02:33 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1767 I know that this book will help me out a great deal. At least I will know what not to do. :) I have a story to tell, however; like a lot of other commenters I too do not know how to start my book off. I do know that I want to write an inspirational book for single parents. Charlene Wed, 15 Apr 2009 15:08:11 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1768 :cheer: Hi I am an aspiring writer, I have been ispired recently to write romance novels. I have already written 2 dramatic unpublished novels and I am definitely buying this book. Writing is my life and if I can improve in any way I am all for it. Take care to you all Candeice Thu, 16 Apr 2009 01:04:59 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1788 Hi dear, i m impressed your suggetion & i like it very much. can i contact u...? if u have than pls contact on this id : - kartikey_kk@yahoo.co.in if u feel that contact wud be able to the same as writer than please contact above id\'s Have a cachy day, Thanks, Kartikey kartikey Sun, 19 Apr 2009 02:58:02 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1794 im a writer of 13 :cheer: I just started on one of my best books yet and your advice really helped me edit it :woohoo: thanks! Kenzi Mon, 20 Apr 2009 17:44:50 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1800 :cheer: Hey for all you younger authors out there, don\'t give up. Writing doesn\'t just happen as fast as you would like it. There are publishers out there that will publish your book. It takes time you will see. Good luck ke Tue, 21 Apr 2009 11:05:25 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1801 :?: I was just wondering what Country your from. It does help to know how to write in English, but do you know about America? I would love to read your book when done. I enjoy anothers point of view on this country. Don\'t let people stop you from writing. Unless you do alot of fixing on the English grammer, you might have some draw backs. You take the good with the bad. Good Luck ke Tue, 21 Apr 2009 11:15:56 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1802 Mybe English wasn\'t the problem. Lets see how many You do and how many work out for you! How many have you done so far? ke Tue, 21 Apr 2009 11:22:29 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1804 Wow. this is really good! Thanks for the info. I\'m a 14 year-old writer, and I can\'t seen to finish any of the books I start. This really helps a lot! Seriously, people, listen to what this person wrote!!! Samantha Tue, 21 Apr 2009 16:49:29 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1813 :side: I am 9 years old and I am writing a book and I am writing a great story called \'Inside a body-Kimmy Shrinks\'I am on the 2nd last chapter and I would like to know how to publish my story when I am done. jessicah Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:51:30 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1814 :woohoo: I am writing a book aswell and I am up to chapter 4 I would love to hear about your story. My story is called \'Inside a body-Kimmy Shrinks\' Jessicah Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:55:05 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1815 When I replied to an e-mail I was talking about Lauren\'s book. Jessicah Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:56:38 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1816 :whistle: I am a 9 year old girl and I have been writing since I was 2 or 3 years old Jessicah Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:58:34 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1817 B) :evil: :dry: :lol: :angry: :confused: brad Thu, 23 Apr 2009 02:26:39 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1834 :woohoo: I\'ve been thinking about writing a book. And from the phrasing, spelling and proof reading I\'ve seen here, My biggest competition may be 13 & 14 year olds. lol Dave Sat, 25 Apr 2009 20:10:02 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1845 :cheer: Sweet,I loved that article. Do you think a book about a girl that was left at the grocery store and was found by a time machine would be cool? Emily,age 10 Emily Sun, 26 Apr 2009 15:09:21 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1854 I\'m self publishing and after reading many of the comments regarding the book, \"how not to publish\", I think I have a very good chance of being successful. All I need is a good editor and I am fortunate enough to have one. Denise Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:06:03 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1855 I am an 11 year old girl and I want to write a book. One about animals. Any suggestions? :) Thu, 30 Apr 2009 19:34:13 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1889 :cheer: Hey peoples for those who are experenced, a lot of kids at my school say i do have a great ability to write essays like my narrative essays and persausive essays which one is below I made all by myself. I wanted to start a book because my teacher, who is the greatest Language Arts teacher ever and who I greatly have the pleasure to be in her class, told me and only me that I had put soo much details into my essays that i could right a book i was surprised at what she had said and that very night i started to type the book i\'m working on right now. Plus I also had another idea for a book so i\'m writing 2 books. I know tough right? Not so much but i\'m not giving much of the details of both of my books. The first one is about two places and it switches between the both of them too so it may be long. But I have two main characters who are in different realities one w/ magic another without knowing magic exists until one of them blows a bike tire and gets invited into a old,crazy,magical guy\'s house The second is about a girl(kinda like me) who loves to read books :P :) ! Everyone ignores her and then she casts a spell to make her invisible until she realizes she can\'t reverse it. Being invisible has given her time to read books though and kept her 13 for 3years after her family moves. Then a boy comes and sees her, hears her, and talks to her. He realizes he loves her and has got to be like her or help her, problem is will he be to reverse the spell or be exactly like her forever? Interesting isn\'t it? :?: I would like to get at least one of them publish and here\'s my essay and i don\'t mind if this isn\'t in comments! Ps i know it is a long comment: School Lunches Change of School Lunches Everyday we have the same old, boring, disgusting lunch at some other time in the year during lunch at school. I think we need a change in our menus. Who really wants to eat some disgusting meal over and over again? First and Foremost, there are many reasons why our awful lunches should be changed to yummy and delicious meals. One way is it would be good is we would be getting more lunch and we would be eating lunch. If we got lunch more it would increase bringing lunch money to school and that would give the school money to use to buy foods for lunch and other necessities. Another reason is that we would be eating more and more. We wouldn Young Bookgirl-Dare Sat, 09 May 2009 23:19:11 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1890 Hey Anonymous, you should write one about Animals however is it talking about animals or is it fictional? You need to explain exactly what kind of book otherwise people could get confused about what it is okay? :cheer: Youngbookgirl-Dare Sat, 09 May 2009 23:23:33 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1891 Question from me e Exactly who is your editor? this is just out of my curiousty Youngbookgirl-Dare Sat, 09 May 2009 23:25:43 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1899 :shock: :?: Question why are you self publishing? I mean if you really want to it\'s okay but does it take longer or is just better for you? YoungBookgirl-Dare Mon, 11 May 2009 17:15:21 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1900 I found an editor out of Minneapolis. She has a team of people who all work to help you publish your work. You can find someone in your area, just make sure they have references. Denise Mon, 11 May 2009 17:56:19 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1901 I want to make sure my book gets out to the right audience. I want to touch people\'s lives and in order to do that, I have to make sure the stories are as real as possible. Denise Mon, 11 May 2009 18:01:10 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1905 hi dear, i m same like u i mean situation of my type. b cos i m writting a novel and its end of stage. so what next process to publishing easyly ? kindly contact me on this id : kartikey_kk@yahoo.co.in OR kjoshi450@gmail.com i hope u \'ll be try to the same above matter Kartikey kartikey Tue, 12 May 2009 07:41:23 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1919 I\'m currently writing a book and i feel like i\'m over my head. At times i think it\'s ok and at other times i think it sucks. It\'s very raw and would be open to any input I can get. BTurner Fri, 15 May 2009 12:11:32 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1923 erm, that post was pretty interesting, i may purchase the book: im 16 years old and im currently in the process of creating a novel, its nowhere near finished yet, but i think its pretty good im not sure i need someones opinion ... mary Fri, 15 May 2009 16:09:55 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1924 :arrow: ;) :whistle: :huh: :woohoo: :unsure: :) :side: :X :shock: :( :!: :?: :idea: :evil: :silly: :dry: :lol: :kiss: :D :pinch: :s :angry: :0 :confused: :cheer: B) hehe great advice :D Daa Fri, 15 May 2009 17:38:08 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1927 Well to start off my problem is i think my book is going to be too small. right now i only have the prolouge and the first chapter done but i think it\'s going to quick like i will only have a few chapters instead of more.... Helps me please :shock: Thanks :dry: Dare Youngbookgirl-Dare Sat, 16 May 2009 14:14:20 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1928 i could check and see if it is good like you said but hey that\'s your descion Dare :cheer: Youngbookgirl-Dare Sat, 16 May 2009 14:22:01 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1931 Character problem. empty comment Warwick Cairns Mon, 18 May 2009 05:03:50 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1935 Im 14 yrs old and want to base a book on a movie.. can sum 1 tell meh.. is that possible? :unsure: xxxxxxx Tue, 19 May 2009 12:03:42 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1936 :woohoo: Shit, you really cant spell or maybe even write a sentence properly. Check out the grammer... dude i think you need to read a lot more... karla-reponse Tue, 19 May 2009 12:53:00 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1938 I honestly believe your being quite harsh... if you would notice that while typing on the computer and texting, people usually write short form to save time... although he spelt \"figure\" wrong it was most likely due to the fact that he was typing quite quickly and if you would notice, he did type all the letters needed for the word \"figure\", it was merely typed so quickly that it must have jumbled up and turned into \"fiuger\". Another thing, when writing a book it is understandable to spell out every word completely and most definetly properly... but may I say that this is merely a website meant for posting comments about the article written above NOT for commenting that another is not good ENOUGH to write based on one small statement written by them. ALSO you can hardly call them stupid when you are the ones picking a fight with someone who could very well write better than you yourself, you cannot deny that statement when you the reader has not met or talked to this person outside of a small comment written by them. PS- Your comments for the most part are right FOR and WHEN you are writing a BOOK, not a comment. Plus,putting someone down simply to make yourself feel better about YOUR writing is WRONG ... just don\'t sink to that level whether or not his writing is GOOD or NOT! But, that\'s simply my opinion... Also, not going to point out anyone, BUT mocking ain\'t cool Anonymouse Tue, 19 May 2009 17:51:47 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1939 Who knows... i agree it wasnt spelt greatly though :D Anonymouse Tue, 19 May 2009 17:53:40 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1955 that is just mean your the dumb a$$ gosh she (or he) mmight have been typing quickly. gosh would you like it if someone said something \'bout you?!!! NO, you\'d think they were mean! meeee Sat, 23 May 2009 14:50:33 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1964 :angry: Gosh, u guys!! get over it, the person can\'t spell, just worry about yourself!! and STOP cussing. Emily Tue, 26 May 2009 18:03:40 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1978 How the heck did you write a book if you write like that. Broken english is not going to get published I\'m sorry. Jessi Thu, 18 Jun 2009 04:44:12 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc1980 :woohoo: I have been searching around and just do not know the correct answer. I already have one short story and am starting on my first novel of three that I plan on finishing all three within the next 10 years and during get the other few noticed/published but im just not quite sure how you go about doing that.....I guess what im saying is in regards to whom it may concern I would greatly appriciate any help and conversations from writters or people who have been there and done that/ who know how to help me in the right direction, thanks so much ~luv always stacy b~ :kiss: p.s I love the book idea and must get it im only seventeen and only getting started in this but hope to get far so who could\'nt deff. use some critiques? Stacy B. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:18:41 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2014 :0 i am 10 years old and writing my first book, but i cant seem to finish the first chapter. HELP Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:08:54 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2015 I\'m a writer of 12. I currently have been writing a goth/vampire book. I\'ll have to go and but ur book b/c I got stuck in 5 places.. lol! haha Thu, 25 Jun 2009 20:17:13 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2036 Hey I\'m 17.Started this book a month ago, and I can\'t seem to find enough time to keep writing it. My characters have changed because I stepped away for so long before I picked it up again and now I\'m sort of lost. Anyone have advice for my situation? I don\'t know how to keep my ideas fresh even though I write them down. I\'ll have an idea and come back to it later and it will make no sense to me. My brain just doesn\'t work anymore. :s ~Nina Nini Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:43:35 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2045 I\'m writing a book and I know I have absolutely no chance of publishing it. Though thats not stopping my friends from trying to convince me too. I\'ll have to buy this book. Claire Sat, 04 Jul 2009 20:58:35 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2070 :silly: :silly: :woohoo: :whistle: ;) thanks i have had a hard time with geting the plot right but i think after this i\'ll be better.thanks! :!: amanda Thu, 09 Jul 2009 16:13:52 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2088 I am a retired military that has traveled the world. I am interested in writing a book based on what happend in my life from birth July28,1932 and how the world has changes and about character I have met. I attended a one room school house in tennessee. I have many laugh and jokes that have occured in such places as Turkey, Thailand, alaska, Canada and just as a boy from some special charactors that will make people laugh andi think enjoy reading the book. I promise you it will not be dull. Leonard O. Austin Tue, 14 Jul 2009 09:09:15 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2114 Well then, this is a surprise. I am baffled at the comments I found on this book review. I find it rather ironic that so many people commented on this particular book, that obviously can not or should not even write a simple commentary. I would agree, with previous posts, that mastering the English language is a must before you move on with a novel written in English. If you have a wonderful story and English is a second language then write it in your native tongue. More importantly idiosyncrasies of your culture that may be relevant in the book, may be lost in translation. I am very impressed with the 13-14 year old aspiring authors. Please hang in there. Dreams realized early are precious and should be explored as far as you can take it, but don\'t loose out on adventures and living the real stories along the way. You have so much life yet to be lived and explored I am envious of your youth and the blank page that is your future. Good luck. I hope to see you all on the best seller lists of the future. John Fri, 17 Jul 2009 03:03:51 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2147 Im in the process of writing a novel and I was wondering if someone would tell me how to get it published. :dry: Jessica Mon, 20 Jul 2009 23:17:47 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2170 I also agree. I am fourteen years of age and I have written one book. I have six book ideas and I am trying to figure out if I am even doing this all right. Thank you for your help. :cheer: Kayla Sat, 25 Jul 2009 17:01:49 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2202 I\'m interested in publishing the letters and diaries of my greatgrandfather\'s from the civil war, grandfathers from WWI, and my fathers and his brothers letters from WWII. About 2,000 pages in all. They are humorous,heart wrenching, informative and an overall really interesting read. The \"characters\" are, of course, real people. I also had 9 reels of 16mm film transferred to DVD of my dad and his brothers (the one\'s who served in WWII) during their childhood and in uniform as adults home on leave during the war. The childhood films are sooo funny and sweet. Just like \" The Little Rascals\"... Skating, Sledding, playing baseball, riding horses...etc. So any ideas? I could write on and on about all of the information I have but don\'t want to bore anyone if it\'s of no interest to anyone. Patricia Fullerton Hamman Sat, 01 Aug 2009 09:29:41 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2217 You can get a book published no matter your age. You might need someone \"of legal age\" to sign agreements on your behalf. If you have a good book then you should try. What\'s the worst that could happen? They could say \"No\". That\'s it. I say you should go for it! Follow your dreams! heather Mon, 03 Aug 2009 15:20:46 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2232 :cheer: :cheer: Hi, i turned 13 in june and i have allways wanted to write books. last year i wrote a novel about vampire and a werewolf. i got to about pge 200 and i stopped. i have just started to write again, this time about wizarding and witchcrft and i dont know if i should carry on as when i finish i dont believ a publisher with publish a novel written by 13 yer old, help me, give me your thoughts on my problem and your problems if their like mine, Dom xx PS. my e-mail is domdomdom1@hotmail.co.uk Dom R Thu, 06 Aug 2009 18:49:51 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2236 Hi, Great article; I\'ll be honest and tell you that I skimmed a lot of it, but I get the message that a lot of us young authors/writers need to hear... I learned a lot about writing through fan fiction. I\'ve written fan fiction for about a two years now, and my skills have really gone up... and I\'m wanting to actually publish an original story now so that I can get out there and earn a little cash so that I can pull my own weight at home when it comes to all the extra things I want. My only issue is how to publish it... Being 14, I DONT have money, and curerenly my parents don\'t have spare money either. Do you know of a way that people my age can publish their writings without the large sum of money? Are there publishers out there who will sponser someone of such a young age (In the USA)? Megan Sat, 08 Aug 2009 16:56:17 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2239 Thanks I am going to buy this book. I am trying to write a novel. I am sure this will help me out a lot. shanda Sun, 09 Aug 2009 19:23:28 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2254 :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: hi, im dom r. im 13 yers old and im writing a novel. if nyone wants to talk or send me a copy of theirs im on at domdomdom1@hotmil.co.uk xxx :whistle: Dom Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:31:18 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2258 Peoople r tryin to persuade me to write a book on me moving to canada from england and publish it! Im 11 years old!I wanna do it but who would publish an 11 year old\'s book?! bluebunnies Sun, 16 Aug 2009 14:59:16 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2261 as everyone i would like to publish a book but im not expecting anyoone 2 publish let aloone look at my book i did start writing a book this time last year but didnt get very far - its a sort of autobiography, kind of but i got bored myself as there was only so much i could say with fear that the people i mentioned in the book may see it. i wanted to elaborate on some of the sections to make them more exciting but i didnt want to lie. i eventually gave up on the book until about a week or so ago something triggered me to start again. now like i said - i dont expect it to be published, however, i cannot bare the thought of my family reading it if it miraculously does get published - this is holding me back as its hard to keep it all a secret and its harsh to deny my own family its just having to tone down the reality that makes my story or change/express things in a different way...writing it seems evermore pointless still, :side: if anyone does know how to get it published - full details - where to send it, how much is it etc i would be eternally grateful :kiss: thanks Klein heid klien heid Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:53:16 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2278 :X What do you write about, Jessicah? Kina Sat, 22 Aug 2009 16:28:52 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2285 :cheer: i have been writing since i was 5 year,s old i have been writing story,s for age,s and you can get your book,s published if you look hard anough i am 12 years old and my mum got her first book published when she was 9 no she writes vaccine articles she is called Joanna Karpasea Jones all my family like writing :D :cheer: Jerrica Mon, 24 Aug 2009 12:49:30 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2305 I\'m 12 and writing a fantasy. I\'m on page 111. I keep on chucking out and redrafting it. This helped a lot, thanks. Aworld Thu, 27 Aug 2009 01:03:59 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2314 I do not consider myself a writer.But a story teller.My story is about my life it contains family hardships ,illnesses,a childhood dream that came true,living with a friend for 4 months some 800 miles away,friend dies with brain cancer during which time i was having a relationship with his wife. Not to mention getting drunk and shooting a the local police. And prison.Think that would be something that you would want to read? Michael Fri, 28 Aug 2009 10:50:46 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2341 im 12 years old as well myself let me give you an example of my main character Eve. \"what is real love\" ,eve said to herself finding once again she was questioning the world itself without no decent answer.she smelled the fresh november air and sang \"All my little plans and schemes Lost like some forgotten dream Seems like all i really was doing Was waiting for you Just like little girls and boys Playing with their little toys Seems like all they really were doing Was waiting for you Don\'t need to be alone No need to be alone It\'s real love It\'s real, yes it\'s real love It\'s real From this moment on i know Exactly where my life will go Seems that all i really was doing Was waiting for love Don\'t need to be afraid No need to be afraid It\'s real love It\'s real, yes it\'s real love It\'s real Thought i\'d been in love before, But in my heart i wanted more Seems like all i really was doing Was waiting for you Don\'t need to be alone No need to be alone It\'s real love Yes it\'s real, yes it\'s real love It\'s real, yes it\'s real love...\"the beatles soft but powerful lyrics playing in her head,reminding her why she woke up every morning.... hope you liked the sneek peek ;) prudence Sat, 05 Sep 2009 01:26:57 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2342 ok they cut me off short i wrote the above longer but they cut my favorite part off but its all right sorry for that and sorry if it doesn\'t make sense you have to listen to the song reallove by thebeatles its very good prudence Sat, 05 Sep 2009 01:38:11 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2357 :) You are smart. Don\'t think just because a few friends think you have a good story that you have mastered the craft. I just read a friend\'s daughter\'s book she had self published. It was cute but not that good. lots of stuff missing and it had no drive to it, nothing that made you want to turn the page or read the next chapter. Make sure you end each chapter with something that makes the reader want to go on. :P Twee Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:53:01 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2358 Your friends don\'t want to hurt your feelings. Have and adult editor, edit it and really tell you what is wrong. Make sure you have your armor on cuz its gonna hurt. I found that when I listened to my editor friend who really told me what was wrong AND how to fix it, I did what she said without changing the story and now it will be published this Nov. Find an editor you can trust and Listen, listen and see what they say about your characters/plot. I suggest you go to www.writing.com and join. I have grown so much by writing and entering contests and reviewing others that my book is being edited now for a publisher. This site is the best! Twee Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:58:53 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2359 B) This is because you don\'t read fantasy. What makes your story is Plot. what you have is the plot now in 15 pages. Go back and say, what are my characters thinking in this situation? How do they react to each situation. BIG things to think about 1) what is the goal of your main character? what are the goals of your sub characters? 2) list what motivates your character to get to the goal? the same with your sub characters? 3) what conflicts are stopping them from reaching that goal? 4) What did they do to overcome the conflict to get to the goal. Think about the Wiz of oz. Dorthy wanted to get home, The OZ told her she had to get the red slippers, the witch and munchkins and monkeys and poppies, were all conflicts to keep her from that goal. Then the Wiz told her what to do and she did it and Voila\' she woke up at home. Each of the other characters helped in their own way to achieve their goals and help Dorothy. Use this same format in your story and see if it makes it longer and better. Twee Fri, 11 Sep 2009 12:05:29 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2360 just filling up 200 pages isn\'t enough. I have read so many new authors writing Vamp/ware stories that it is scary how really bad they are. If you want to publish, you have to be ready to have someone pick apart your story and then you have to re write. I have re written by book twice and now it is in the editing stage. I wear thick armor to hear reviews, but they help make my story better. Do you have a goal for your main character? and a motivation? some conflict? and a resolution? good start, now do you have that in each chapter? No? go and rewrite!! Twee Fri, 11 Sep 2009 12:09:33 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2374 hi. this artcle was great. i\'m fifteen and i want to write the perfect fantasy(in my standard) but i\'ve written and rewritten hundreds of times(my brothers hate that) but i\'m almost through. gastonne phoenix Mon, 14 Sep 2009 17:01:59 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2375 I\'ve been reading and writing since I was like 5 and I just love it.I\'ve been givin numerous righing awards and I\'m in the middle of one of my novels now. I\'m only 11 years old so most people I tell about my novels don\'t take me so seriously. But it is very serious to me. The problem is I don\'t know how to get it published but I guess I\'ll just have to try ahrd enough. Upcomin Writer Mon, 14 Sep 2009 17:40:32 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2376 Dear anonymous, It may be a little late but it doesn\'t matter what age you are to get a book published. I\'m 12 years old and I got my first book published at age 9. Just keep looking someone is bound to wanna publish you book. You can even talk to a teacher that always helps Marie Mon, 14 Sep 2009 17:59:21 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2379 i have an idea for a book, but i have absolutely no idea if it could work or not. Some help please? :P Sanveno Thu, 17 Sep 2009 03:01:19 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2382 Thanks for the article. I am starting my first book and feel foolish talking about it out loud. This gives me hope someone might enjoy it if I take the time to do it right. Keep writing! K. Ren Fri, 18 Sep 2009 07:23:18 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2392 None of you can even spell. I don\'t blame you, actually. I blame the school system. However, you may want to consider taking some courses or reading some books that are intended specifically to improve your grammar, spelling, and general mastery of the English language. Just a thought. Samantha Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:57:44 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2419 :lol: great article, ive been writing a novel that i think has unique potential and i hope to become succesful anonymous Fri, 02 Oct 2009 03:55:08 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2420 Write because you enjoy it, because you have ideas that bursting to get out. So what if it never gets published. When your 80 are you going to look back and go gee I am glad I didn\'t waste my time putting my ideas on paper. Or are you going to go I am glad I did it. Most people spend alot of time regretting what they DIDN\'T do in life and little time wishing they didn\'t bother. Think about it. mamawolf7 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 06:36:38 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2428 When a character in your novel has an acent, do you write any of their dialogue with that accent? i.e. \"Ello, Susan. Wot \'ave you got today?\" \"Hello, Susan. What have you got today?\" Just wondering. Great book. I\'ll have to check it out. Haddock Johnson Sat, 03 Oct 2009 18:44:57 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2443 This was really helpful. I am 13 and I love to write but sometimes I get lost and make mistakes and don\'t know how to fix them. After reading this I realized a couple of mistakes in my dialogue, in a book I\'m writing right now. Thanks this helped a lot. :P :) nic Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:32:42 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2444 do not notify John Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:34:51 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2455 Not everyone is a writer and not every writer has good ideas. Why don\'t you try having the ideas and having someone else write them. Jaxon Sat, 10 Oct 2009 00:52:21 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2464 Hello to all book writers! I\'m a year ten student, who is currently almost becoming a published author, however, I am doing an assignment of how to write a book, however, I need some feedback from all of those who may comment, etc. Just send it to me email address, giving tips, as this is a psychology and philosophy paper. All comments will be anonymous, and because its a SACE subject i need you to just say its fine that your comment can be published. You will be mentioned (if you wish) in the references and bibliography, so if you could possibly do this it would be great. Thankyou, oh and this site is amazing, I will definitely be using information. Thanks, Carly :cheer: Carly @ TMC Mon, 12 Oct 2009 23:57:45 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2465 :0 Ha ha ha. Okay so send your comments to: rc070134@thomasmore.adl.catholic.edu.au Thankyou again! Carly :P Carly @ TMC Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:03:21 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2466 Okay, to see what I\'m talking about, see the page before this one to reply to me comment, oh, and this article is fantastic!!! Carly @ TMC Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:06:06 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2472 I\'m sixteen, and like a few of you I\'ve been writing ever since I can remember. My dad tells me that I wrote my first \"real book\" when I was four. And I just wanted to say that even when I was four, I thought that book was \"THE BOOK,\" the one that was going to be published and be on the list of bestsellers. Of course, that\'s not true. Looking back on it, I realize that it needed a ton of work at the very least. I\'ve written quite a few books since then. I actually have three drawers full of manuscripts and ideas, character profiles and random phrases and ideas, all waiting to be pieced together or rewritten. My latest book (a fantasy) I\'ve been editing, revising, and renovating for almost two years, not counting the year or two I spent writing it. A lot of it is removing cliches (such as elves and dwarves), giving the characters some real personality and life, and creating a plot that is neither too dull nor so complicated that it\'s painful to read. I\'ve cut out whole chapters, even multiple chapters and rebuilt them from the ground up. I\'ve even changed parts of the plot and the villain\'s goals. And it\'s not just because I\'m a perfectionist. It\'s because I try to look at it from the reader\'s perspective and see what is too dull, too whimsical, or simply just irrelevant. So I just wanted to suggest that if you write a book, be prepared to tear the whole thing apart and rebuild it. I think someone posted above that it\'s not uncommon fr people to rewrite their manuscript ten or more times. And that\'s because sometimes you really do need to rewrite it, if only in parts. Sometimes an idea you think is really great isn\'t that great. Sometimes a part you really like contributes absolutely nothing to the story at all, or actually diminishes it. And sometimes your characters will be flat and lifeless, or just plain unnecessary. Be prepared to look at these points with a critical eye, and be open to changing them. It might be difficult to rip up your story and try to reconstruct it, but in the long run it really is worth it. Your story will be so much better, and your characters so much more lifelike. I know, because I read over my original manuscript the other day, the one I thought was a masterpiece, and just laughed because it was so ridiculous and dull. So I\'m just warning you - be ready and willing to rewrite, rebuild, and uproot, because even if you don\'t do it on your own accord, your editor will more than likely have quite a few suggestions that involve doing exactly that. Angel Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:29:55 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2498 :lol: Hey guys, I\'ve always enjoyed writing, I was writing a book earlier this month, but it was accidentally deleted off my desktop. It was called Skull Breakers, please encourage me to re-write and send me some good e-mails. Thank you ;) Skull Breaker Sat, 17 Oct 2009 12:02:53 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2579 :s I am 17 and I am in the process of writing my very own novel. My friends and teachers love it and tell me I should publish it alll the time. and im reading article about the critizim of publishers.....I have no clue what to do its a drama and i think it wouild be a very good tv drama series. Tesha carey Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:06:11 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2608 Thanks for pointing out what as wrong with the example, I saw the death blow one. I\'m twelve, and I hope to become a writer when I\'m older, or right now, if that\'s possible for me. I do know that it\'s difficult to get your book published, so I have thought of self - publishing, but I think getting your book published by a publisher is better. I\'ve seen my friend reading a book written by a twelve year old, and I thought it was pretty good. I actually don\'t believe that you can publish a book a the age of nine or ten because I didn\'t learn how to write properly until around Grade 5,and I felt rather silly because my puntuation and grammer weren\'t exactly that great, and my vocabulary was quite limited. The type of book I want to write is romance for young adults, something like the Twilight series from Stephanie Meyer, and become mega rich like J.K. Rowling. Also things like Newyork times #1 best seller, and the Newberry award. (Okay, maybe not the Newberry award.) To the other people: Don\'t be overconfident by your story, you might be crushed when it\'s rejected, but don\'t have no confidence either, becaue it might be better then you think. Rosa Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:05:19 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2616 Absolutely horrible. Upset my stomach on the few seconds I read. You would think an author would have at least a knowledge of english spelling snd structure Chris Reeves Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:57:54 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2617 If this is a dream for her to be an author it is a nightmare Chris Reeves Thu, 12 Nov 2009 02:00:27 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2643 Hi, Im Rhea. I am 13 and have just recently started to write a book. I do not care how long it will take me. But, i do care about how well i structure my book and chapters in my book. I make it a point to read my chapters 17 times before its final. I am not to sure about publishing i would love to be an author, but should i! Rhea. Dsouza Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:25:07 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2649 i love the message,im fourteen and i am writing a book, ill be sure to not make any of these silly mistakes. thanks alina Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:13:05 +0100 http://www.writeandpublishyourbook.com/writing/write-a-book/how-not-to-write-a-novel/#josc2666 hello to all you fellow writers out there, i was reading your comments and found them to be quite helpful. i have written a book and have already started on two more. my current headache is how exactly do i publish it so it is there for all to enjoy?. where do i even begin? for i shall not let my hardwork be kept soley to myself. if anyone can grant me the answers i seek then i would be most grateful. danny wheelhouse Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:12:32 +0100