This intensive course provides a schedule of crafting a novel from start to finish, which you can finish in as little as 90 days! This class will also help you stay motivated throughout the journey. By the end of this class, you will know how to complete your novel and have the knowledge and confidence to move forward with the publishing process. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.
This course falls under the Communication, Critical Thinking, and Personal, Civic, and Environmental Responsibility Institutional Level Outcomes (ILOs).
- Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Select your novel genre and develop a compelling premise.
- Create multidimensional characters and immersive settings.
- Craft a detailed plot outline.
- Manage your time to keep your writing flow consistent.
- Combat common roadblocks including writer's block.
- Master the art of self-editing: refining your plot, and fixing pacing, dialogue, and characterization problems.
- Receive constructive criticism from beta readers.
- Explore publishing options.
