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    How to Write a Novel
    How to Write a Novel
    How to Write a Novel
    Audiobook2 hours

    How to Write a Novel

    Published by Author's Republic

    Narrated by Brett W. Downey

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    About this audiobook

    The most important thing to know about writing a novel is this: You can do it. And if you've already written one, you can write an even better one. This audiobook shares his secrets for creating killer plots, fleshing out your first ideas, crafting compelling characters, and staying sane in the process.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherAuthor's Republic
    Release dateAug 11, 2016
    ISBN9781518931314
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    • 1/5
      This is quite possibly the worst book on writing ever published. It is painful to listen to because it is a perfect example of cluttered academic language devoid of life. The author uses 50 multi syllable words when seven or eight simple words would be more effective. I can see why the author is listed as anonymous, no one would wanted to claim this is their work.

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    • 5/5
      Story crafting is an art for itself.
      This book definitely helps you become a better writer.
      Thanks, A Lot
    • 4/5
      I got some ideas from this book, that I would have never thought about. It helped