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Fiction Writing: Write And Publish Your First Novel

Enhance your writing skills with our Fiction Writing Courses! Gain insights into character creation, plot development, and publishing. Read more.

4.8( 150 REVIEWS )
8053 STUDENTS
2h 55m
Students
8053
Course Skill Level
Beginner
Time Estimate
2h 55m

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About This Course

Who this course is for:

  • Aspiring novelists eager to bring their stories to life.
  • Writers looking to publish and effectively distribute their books.

What you’ll learn: 

  • Introduction to Fiction Writing: Build a strong foundation in fiction writing by understanding essential concepts and techniques.
  • Generating Ideas: Discover expert methods for sparking creativity and developing compelling story ideas.
  • Crafting Engaging Plots: Master the skills needed to create captivating plots that engage readers from start to finish.
  • Story Beats: Uncover the critical components of a well-structured narrative that keeps your audience invested.
  • The Magic Story Formula: Learn a proven storytelling framework that elevates your writing and enhances reader engagement.
  • Advanced Writing Techniques: Refine your writing with advanced strategies to add depth and professionalism to your work.
  • Establishing Writing Schedules: Develop productive writing routines to consistently meet your goals.
  • Grammar and Style Tips: Polish your writing by mastering key grammar rules and effective writing styles.
  • Publishing Options: Explore various publishing platforms and determine which best aligns with your objectives.
  • Book Covers: Understand the importance of cover design and how to create visually appealing book covers.
  • Distributing Your Books: Learn how to distribute your novel effectively across major platforms, including Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Requirements: 

  • No prior experience or knowledge is required

This course is ideal for beginners who want to write their first novel and learn the ins and outs of publishing. Whether you’re looking to refine your writing or publish your book to reach a wider audience, these fiction writing courses offer expert guidance from start to finish.

The course covers four main areas of fiction writing:

  1. Getting Started: Learn where to find inspiration and how to begin writing your story. We’ll guide you through tools and processes that help streamline your writing journey.
  2. Completing Your First Draft: Writing a novel is challenging, but our expert tips will help you confidently finish your first draft.
  3. Polishing Your Manuscript: Understand how to work with professional editors and get access to time-saving templates for finding the right editor.
  4. Publishing and Distribution: Learn how to publish your book on leading platforms like Amazon, Barnes & Noble, iBooks, and Kobo. We’ll also provide strategies for distributing your novel across multiple channels to reach your target audience.

Our Promise to You

By the end of this course, you will have the skills and confidence to complete your novel and publish it successfully. Our comprehensive lessons will provide a solid foundation for your writing and publishing journey.

10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.

Begin your journey today and cultivate the invaluable skill of fiction writing!

About the Instructor: Ryan Wiley

Ryan Wiley is a respected fiction writer and experienced online entrepreneur with a background in digital marketing. His work at one of the largest digital marketing agencies in the U.S. helped numerous multi-million-dollar brands improve their search rankings and drive traffic. Ryan has also mentored countless aspiring authors and entrepreneurs.

As a highly accomplished mystery/thriller writer, Ryan has authored several well-received novels and continues to produce new work regularly. Sharing his expertise with others is one of his greatest passions.

Enroll today to start your fiction writing journey with expert insights and professional publishing strategies.

Enroll in our fiction writing courses and take advantage of Ryan Wiley’s knowledge to write and publish your novel. Don’t miss out on this chance to transform your passion into a published book. Ready to take your writing to the next level? Check out our related course: How To Write A Book: My 7 Day Book-Writing Blueprint

Course Curriculum

Section 1 - Preliminary
Intro 00:00:00
Where To Get Ideas 00:00:00
Alike But Different 00:00:00
Grandpa's VHS Player As An Idea Generator 00:00:00
A Couple More Story Idea Tricks 00:00:00
Should I Plot Or Pants 00:00:00
Story Beats 00:00:00
Tools For The Job 00:00:00
Section 2 - Sitting Down To Write
The Lifeblood Of Every Story Is... 00:00:00
The Magic Story Formula 00:00:00
Plot Outlines 00:00:00
"Advanced" Tricks 00:00:00
Recap On Writing 00:00:00
Section 3 - Getting It Finished
Symptoms Of Excusitis 00:00:00
How Many Novels Per Year? 00:00:00
Writing Schedules 00:00:00
Tips On Eliminating Distractions 00:00:00
Bonus: More Tricks 00:00:00
Section 4 - Getting It Polished
Grammar Ain't What You Think It Is 00:00:00
A Few Quick Style Tips 00:00:00
Editing Like A Boss 00:00:00
Where To Find Editors 00:00:00
Choosing The Right Ones 00:00:00
Polishing Summary 00:00:00
Section 5 - Bonus: Getting It Published
Your Publishing Options 00:00:00
Covers 00:00:00
Distributing Ebooks Like A Pro 00:00:00
Holding Your Book In Your Hands 00:00:00
Section 6 - Wrap Up
Wrapping It All Up 00:00:00

About This Course

Who this course is for:

  • Aspiring novelists eager to bring their stories to life.
  • Writers looking to publish and effectively distribute their books.

What you’ll learn: 

  • Introduction to Fiction Writing: Build a strong foundation in fiction writing by understanding essential concepts and techniques.
  • Generating Ideas: Discover expert methods for sparking creativity and developing compelling story ideas.
  • Crafting Engaging Plots: Master the skills needed to create captivating plots that engage readers from start to finish.
  • Story Beats: Uncover the critical components of a well-structured narrative that keeps your audience invested.
  • The Magic Story Formula: Learn a proven storytelling framework that elevates your writing and enhances reader engagement.
  • Advanced Writing Techniques: Refine your writing with advanced strategies to add depth and professionalism to your work.
  • Establishing Writing Schedules: Develop productive writing routines to consistently meet your goals.
  • Grammar and Style Tips: Polish your writing by mastering key grammar rules and effective writing styles.
  • Publishing Options: Explore various publishing platforms and determine which best aligns with your objectives.
  • Book Covers: Understand the importance of cover design and how to create visually appealing book covers.
  • Distributing Your Books: Learn how to distribute your novel effectively across major platforms, including Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Requirements: 

  • No prior experience or knowledge is required

This course is ideal for beginners who want to write their first novel and learn the ins and outs of publishing. Whether you’re looking to refine your writing or publish your book to reach a wider audience, these fiction writing courses offer expert guidance from start to finish.

The course covers four main areas of fiction writing:

  1. Getting Started: Learn where to find inspiration and how to begin writing your story. We’ll guide you through tools and processes that help streamline your writing journey.
  2. Completing Your First Draft: Writing a novel is challenging, but our expert tips will help you confidently finish your first draft.
  3. Polishing Your Manuscript: Understand how to work with professional editors and get access to time-saving templates for finding the right editor.
  4. Publishing and Distribution: Learn how to publish your book on leading platforms like Amazon, Barnes & Noble, iBooks, and Kobo. We’ll also provide strategies for distributing your novel across multiple channels to reach your target audience.

Our Promise to You

By the end of this course, you will have the skills and confidence to complete your novel and publish it successfully. Our comprehensive lessons will provide a solid foundation for your writing and publishing journey.

10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.

Begin your journey today and cultivate the invaluable skill of fiction writing!

About the Instructor: Ryan Wiley

Ryan Wiley is a respected fiction writer and experienced online entrepreneur with a background in digital marketing. His work at one of the largest digital marketing agencies in the U.S. helped numerous multi-million-dollar brands improve their search rankings and drive traffic. Ryan has also mentored countless aspiring authors and entrepreneurs.

As a highly accomplished mystery/thriller writer, Ryan has authored several well-received novels and continues to produce new work regularly. Sharing his expertise with others is one of his greatest passions.

Enroll today to start your fiction writing journey with expert insights and professional publishing strategies.

Enroll in our fiction writing courses and take advantage of Ryan Wiley’s knowledge to write and publish your novel. Don’t miss out on this chance to transform your passion into a published book. Ready to take your writing to the next level? Check out our related course: How To Write A Book: My 7 Day Book-Writing Blueprint

Course Curriculum

Section 1 - Preliminary
Intro 00:00:00
Where To Get Ideas 00:00:00
Alike But Different 00:00:00
Grandpa's VHS Player As An Idea Generator 00:00:00
A Couple More Story Idea Tricks 00:00:00
Should I Plot Or Pants 00:00:00
Story Beats 00:00:00
Tools For The Job 00:00:00
Section 2 - Sitting Down To Write
The Lifeblood Of Every Story Is... 00:00:00
The Magic Story Formula 00:00:00
Plot Outlines 00:00:00
"Advanced" Tricks 00:00:00
Recap On Writing 00:00:00
Section 3 - Getting It Finished
Symptoms Of Excusitis 00:00:00
How Many Novels Per Year? 00:00:00
Writing Schedules 00:00:00
Tips On Eliminating Distractions 00:00:00
Bonus: More Tricks 00:00:00
Section 4 - Getting It Polished
Grammar Ain't What You Think It Is 00:00:00
A Few Quick Style Tips 00:00:00
Editing Like A Boss 00:00:00
Where To Find Editors 00:00:00
Choosing The Right Ones 00:00:00
Polishing Summary 00:00:00
Section 5 - Bonus: Getting It Published
Your Publishing Options 00:00:00
Covers 00:00:00
Distributing Ebooks Like A Pro 00:00:00
Holding Your Book In Your Hands 00:00:00
Section 6 - Wrap Up
Wrapping It All Up 00:00:00

Course Review

4.8

4.8
150 Ratings
  1. Anonymous

    5.0

    Very informative summary of information! Thank you!

  2. Anonymous

    First Book Attempt

    5.0

    I liked what I learned in this course but I will come back and write a review after my first book is finished and out in the world. Now I feel I can make that happen.

  3. Anonymous

    5.0

    This course was great. I have been wanting to write books since I was a little girl. Time has made me a skeptic of whether or not it would be a waste of my time. Now that I am older and less likely to worry about what people think (and knowing that I could self-publish) I decided to take this course to find out what I need to know to get started.
    I am truly inspired! I enjoyed the way that the instructor is constantly encouraging the writer to just keep moving forward. I am a perfectionist so to hear that its ok to not be perfect and learn on the way has given me the fire I needed to get started. Highly recommend!

  4. Anonymous

    5.0

    Ryan, your course was very good. I’m very new to writing, I haven’t even started but I found your sessions inspiring. They were very concise and clear, easy to follow. The only issue I had was that I wasn’t sure where the resources you mention were posted and they sort of balance out what you were presenting. Other than that, I would highly recommend this course. It is a clear guide for beginners. Thanks Ryan. I hope to read your novels.

    This was the first course I have taken with Skill Success. It was a great experience and I look forward to taking another one.

  5. Anonymous

    Wonderful Course!!!!

    5.0

    Ryan – You were great and I appreciate your knowledge and you sharing that with the rest of us. I learned so MUCH that I didn’t know. You really helped put things in perspective and guide me to where I want to be. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone that is a beginning writer that wants to know where to go next.

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