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How to Plot a Novel That Sells: Scene by Scene Blueprint for Mastering Story Structure, Pacing, and Conflict
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Series: The Writing Craft Series for Indie Authors, Book 2
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ISBN13: 9798249420505
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Mar 2 2026
Pages: 168
Weight: 0.51
Height: 0.36 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Mar 2 2026
Pages: 168
Weight: 0.51
Height: 0.36 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Writing Craft Series for Indie Authors
by Sidney St. James Writing a novel is only half the battle. Finishing it strong-and turning it into a book readers can't put down-is where most writers stumble. The Writing Craft Series for Indie Authors is a professional, step-by-step guide created specifically for independent and self-published authors who want to write better stories, faster-and publish with confidence.
by Sidney St. James Writing a novel is only half the battle. Finishing it strong-and turning it into a book readers can't put down-is where most writers stumble. The Writing Craft Series for Indie Authors is a professional, step-by-step guide created specifically for independent and self-published authors who want to write better stories, faster-and publish with confidence.
Drawing on decades of real-world writing experience and over 150 published novels, bestselling author Sidney St. James breaks down the craft of fiction and nonfiction into clear, practical systems that actually work in today's market. Each book in the series focuses on one critical pillar of storytelling, allowing writers to master the craft one skill at a time.
The Series Includes:
Book 1 - Dialogue That Grabs
Learn how to write dialogue that hooks readers, sharpens character, and keeps pages turning. This book teaches how to craft powerful taglines, natural exchanges, subtext, and emotional tension that elevates every scene.Book 2 - How to Plot a Novel That SellsMaster the 15-beat story structure blueprint used in page-turning fiction. Learn how to build momentum, escalate stakes, and create plots that don't sag in the middle or fizzle at the end. Book 3 - How to Write Compelling Characters
Discover how to deepen conflict, raise emotional and narrative stakes, and keep readers glued to the story. Creating Protagonists, memorable arcs that sell.
Book 4 - Self-Editing for Fiction Writers
A professional-level revision guide that teaches indie authors how to self-edit like a pro. Learn how to tighten scenes, sharpen dialogue, cut filler, and transform a rough draft into a publish-ready manuscript.
Book 5 - How to Write an Opening Chapter That Sells
Learn how to hook readers from page one. This book focuses on story hooks, first impressions, opening tension, and the critical elements that make readers buy, download, and keep reading.
Book 6 - Chronicles of Creativity
The first 100 novels from Sidney St. James.
Together, these books form a complete writing system-one designed not for theory, but for results. Whether you're writing your first novel or refining your tenth, this series gives you the tools, structure, and confidence to finish stronger stories and build a lasting author career.
The Series Includes:
Book 1 - Dialogue That Grabs
Learn how to write dialogue that hooks readers, sharpens character, and keeps pages turning. This book teaches how to craft powerful taglines, natural exchanges, subtext, and emotional tension that elevates every scene.Book 2 - How to Plot a Novel That SellsMaster the 15-beat story structure blueprint used in page-turning fiction. Learn how to build momentum, escalate stakes, and create plots that don't sag in the middle or fizzle at the end. Book 3 - How to Write Compelling Characters
Discover how to deepen conflict, raise emotional and narrative stakes, and keep readers glued to the story. Creating Protagonists, memorable arcs that sell.
Book 4 - Self-Editing for Fiction Writers
A professional-level revision guide that teaches indie authors how to self-edit like a pro. Learn how to tighten scenes, sharpen dialogue, cut filler, and transform a rough draft into a publish-ready manuscript.
Book 5 - How to Write an Opening Chapter That Sells
Learn how to hook readers from page one. This book focuses on story hooks, first impressions, opening tension, and the critical elements that make readers buy, download, and keep reading.
Book 6 - Chronicles of Creativity
The first 100 novels from Sidney St. James.
Together, these books form a complete writing system-one designed not for theory, but for results. Whether you're writing your first novel or refining your tenth, this series gives you the tools, structure, and confidence to finish stronger stories and build a lasting author career.
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