The Paperclip Method: The No-Outline Novel Workbook

Does your novel stall at the planning stage? Do you think you have to know where you’re going before you begin? The Paperclip Method: The No-Outline Novel Workbook, is based on the principle that the best writing often comes not from planning, but from open-minded exploration. Designed to be used alone or in conjunction with Story Starters and The Complete Character, this workbook will help you find meaningful connections among short pieces and weave those pieces into a compelling and cohesive narrative. Find the best structure for your novel and apply principles of the narrative arc to your work. Learn how to use patterning to create suspense, how to build tension throughout the book, and how to bring your story to a surprising but logical conclusion. Discover how associative thinking can add depth to your novel and take you in unexpected directions. Packed with nuts and bolts advice about narrative craft and specific instructions on how to apply the lessons learned from literature, The Paperclip Method is a powerful tool for any first-time novelist. Upon completion of this workbook, you will have a complete draft of your novel or memoir.