Writing The Breakout Novel Workbook

"[Donald Maass's] previous book, Writing the Breakout Novel, offered novelists of all skill levels and genres insider advice on how to make their books rise above the competition and succeed in a crowded marketplace.

Now, building on the success of its predecessor, Writing the Breakout Novel Workbook calls that advice into action! This powerful book presents the patented techniques and writing exercises from Maass's popular writing workshops to offer novelists first-class instruction and practical guidance. You'll learn to develop and strengthen aspects of your prose with sections on:

Building plot layers

Creating inner conflict

Strengthening voice and point of view

Discovering and heightening larger-than-life character qualities

Strengthening theme

And much more!

Learn about the specific building blocks to a great story and practice writing them to elevate your craft.

Maass also carefully dissects examples from real-life breakout novels so you'll learn how to read and analyze fiction like a writer. With authoritative instruction and hands-on workbook exercises, Writing the Breakout Novel Workbook is one of the most accessible novel-writing guides available."

-Amazon Books

This workbook shows you how to construct a bestselling story, from primary and secondary plots to deep character building. You'll learn to analyze the plots and characters of the stories that you read, as well as your own. Ultimately, the individual skills you practice will combine together to give you a comprehensive toolset for a great book.