Writing the Fiction Series: The Complete Guide for Novels and Novellas

The definitive guide to crafting a series!

From the Hunger Games Trilogy to the Jack Reacher series, from Harry Potter to Harry Dresden, there's no denying that writers—and readers—have caught series fever. But if you're contemplating writing a series, there are plenty of considerations you'll need to make first. Writing the Fiction Series is the complete guide to ensuring your series stays hot after the first, fourth, or even fifteenth book.

Inside, you'll learn how to:

  • Write a series that captures the hearts of readers and stands out in a sea of competition.
  • Find the focus of your series, develop your idea, and plan ahead.
  • Hone in on the two most important aspects of series writing: characters and consistency.
  • Utilize a variety of series organization techniques, complete with downloadable worksheets and checklists.
  • Market your series effectively and increase your sales.

With insights from nearly 100 series authors and publishers, as well as "Grow Your Series Muscles" exercises, Writing the Fiction Series is the only book you'll need to write a series that sizzles.

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Writing the Fiction Series: The Complete Guide for Novels and Novellas

The definitive guide to crafting a series!

From the Hunger Games Trilogy to the Jack Reacher series, from Harry Potter to Harry Dresden, there's no denying that writers—and readers—have caught series fever. But if you're contemplating writing a series, there are plenty of considerations you'll need to make first. Writing the Fiction Series is the complete guide to ensuring your series stays hot after the first, fourth, or even fifteenth book.

Inside, you'll learn how to:

  • Write a series that captures the hearts of readers and stands out in a sea of competition.
  • Find the focus of your series, develop your idea, and plan ahead.
  • Hone in on the two most important aspects of series writing: characters and consistency.
  • Utilize a variety of series organization techniques, complete with downloadable worksheets and checklists.
  • Market your series effectively and increase your sales.

With insights from nearly 100 series authors and publishers, as well as "Grow Your Series Muscles" exercises, Writing the Fiction Series is the only book you'll need to write a series that sizzles.

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Writing the Fiction Series: The Complete Guide for Novels and Novellas

Writing the Fiction Series: The Complete Guide for Novels and Novellas

by Karen S. Wiesner
Writing the Fiction Series: The Complete Guide for Novels and Novellas

Writing the Fiction Series: The Complete Guide for Novels and Novellas

by Karen S. Wiesner

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Overview

The definitive guide to crafting a series!

From the Hunger Games Trilogy to the Jack Reacher series, from Harry Potter to Harry Dresden, there's no denying that writers—and readers—have caught series fever. But if you're contemplating writing a series, there are plenty of considerations you'll need to make first. Writing the Fiction Series is the complete guide to ensuring your series stays hot after the first, fourth, or even fifteenth book.

Inside, you'll learn how to:

  • Write a series that captures the hearts of readers and stands out in a sea of competition.
  • Find the focus of your series, develop your idea, and plan ahead.
  • Hone in on the two most important aspects of series writing: characters and consistency.
  • Utilize a variety of series organization techniques, complete with downloadable worksheets and checklists.
  • Market your series effectively and increase your sales.

With insights from nearly 100 series authors and publishers, as well as "Grow Your Series Muscles" exercises, Writing the Fiction Series is the only book you'll need to write a series that sizzles.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781599636900
Publisher: F+W Media
Publication date: 05/30/2013
Pages: 344
Sales rank: 264,268
Product dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.30(h) x 1.20(d)

About the Author

Karen Wiesner is an accomplished author who has published fifty-six books in the past ten years and has eleven more releases forthcoming spanning many categories and formats. Karen's books have been nominated for and/or won sixty-eight awards, and they cover such genres as women's fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, paranormal, futuristic, gothic, inspirational, thriller, horror, and action/adventure. She also writes children's books, poetry, and writing reference titles such as her bestseller, First Draft in 30 Days.

Table of Contents

Introduction: The Appeal of the Series 1

Who's Reading, Writing, and Publishing the Series? 3

The Purpose of This Book and What You'll Find in Writing the Fiction Series 6

Gelling Started 8

Chapter 1 Series Catalysts, Definitions, and Types 11

The Catalyst of a Series 11

Definitions of Book Groupings 19

Types of Series Ties 25

Chapter 2 Finding the Focus of a Series 35

Story Arcs Versus Series Arcs 36

Stand-Alones Versus Cliff-Hangers 53

Single Genre Versus Multiple Genres 59

Novel Series Versus Novella Series 62

Chapter 3 Two Crucial Cs for Your Series: Characters and Consistency 67

Characters 67

Consistency 95

Other Considerations When Writing a Series 107

Chapter 4 Series Organization 128

Series Organizational Techniques 128

Chapter 5 Series Marketing 164

Series Marketing Tips 164

Chapter 6 Preparing for the Conclusion of a Series 181

Series Endings 181

Series Wrap 192

Appendix A Series Organization Worksheets for Your Use 193

Appendix B Case Study Examples of Popular Series 225

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