The Novel: A Guide to Writing your first Novel

This beginner's guide to novel-writing teams a vast knowledge of literary technique with an understanding of the pleasures and pitfalls of being a writer. Drawing on her twenty years experience of teaching Creative Writing, author Carolyn Lewis navigates the various stages of novel writing, from creating characters and plots through to editing and how to make the correct approach to agents and publishers. Contains comprehensive advice, tips, encouragement, and practical exercises for aspiring novelists.