Write Your First Novel

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If you’ve ever had the dream, the desire or even just a vague notion that you would like to write a novel, this course is for you. Whether you are a full-time student, have a full-time job, a family to take care of or all of the above, you can do it. Really! And I will help you get there.

In this Course, you will write your first novel. Many people say they have often thought about writing a novel and are planning to do it someday, but very few ever actually do. However, in this course, you will do it. You will learn how to form a basic idea, any idea, into a structure and discipline that will allow you to create, write and complete a fully-realized novel ready to submit for publication.

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Learner review: “It was a great experience, I really enjoyed it.”

In Write Your First Novel, you’ll learn to break down your creative endeavor into components and you’ll discover a process that will allow you to do what few have done: produce and complete a full-length work of fiction in the form of a 50,000-word novel.

Learner Review: “You teach storytelling like no other teacher. I cannot put in words how much I appreciate it. This daily writing, and the product that comes with it, have been a great mental support during the pandemic time. Art is a support for life, as Stephen King said, and thanks to you I experienced it first-hand during this time. I think I will keep writing 500 words per night for the rest of my life. I owe it to you. You taught me how to write a novel, and it works every time. Huge thanks, and wishing you all the best.”

I am a proponent of experiential learning (also known as active learning). My lectures are short and to the point, designed in a step-by-step process essential to your success as a writer. I will guide you, I will show you how to get there, hopefully I will inspire you. You will learn through your own activity - which is writing! I firmly believe that the only way to become a writer is to write, write, write!

Learner review: “As a published author, I took this course to relearn the skills. I thoroughly enjoyed each and every lecture and quiz. This course was very, very helpful and the videos were very well executed. Cheers!”

Writing fiction is a truly beautiful thing. Putting your own words on a page to tell a story which enters your readers minds and allows them to share the thoughts, emotions and lives of your characters is a very satisfying, rewarding experience.

Learner review: “BEST TEACHER EVER! LOVE THE COURSE.”

• You will learn how to write and complete a full-length novel of 50,000 words. You will have a finished manuscript in hand at the end of the course.

Syllabus

Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1
Week One: Creating the idea for your novel
Week 2
Week Two: Create your character profiles and outline Chapter One
Week 3
Week Three: Write Chapter One
Week 4
Week Four: Write Chapter Two
Week 5
Week Five: Write Chapter Three
Week 6
Week Six: Write Chapter Four
Week 7
Week Seven: Write Chapter Five
Week 8
Week Eight: Write Chapter Six
Week 9
Week Nine: Write Chapter Seven
Week 10
Week Ten: Table Read Chapters One to Seven
Week 11
Week Eleven: Write Chapter Eight
Week 12
Week Twelve: Write Chapter Nine
Week 13
Week Thirteen: Write Chapter Ten
Week 14
Week Fourteen: Write Chapter Eleven
Week 15
Week Fifteen: Write Chapter Twelve
Week 16
Week Sixteen: Write Chapter Thirteen
Week 17
Week Seventeen: Write Chapter Fourteen
Week 18
Week Eighteen: Table Read Chapters Eight to Fourteen
Week 19
Week Nineteen: Write Chapter Fifteen
Week 20
Week Twenty: Write Chapter Sixteen
Week 21
Week Twenty-One: Write Chapter Seventeen
Week 22
Week Twenty-Two: Write Chapter Eighteen
Week 23
Week Twenty-Three: Write Chapter Nineteen
Week 24
Week Twenty-Four: Write Chapter Twenty
Week 25
Week Twenty-Five: Table Read Chapters Fifteen to Twenty
Week 26
Week Twenty-Six: Submit Your Finished Novel

FAQ

When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?

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What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?

When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

Reviews

A must do course if you truly aspire to become a good writer or an author.

Kudos to David Wheeler!

This course helped me write my first novel- in a matter of 7 months. I am so proud and so happy.

Nice course. David was great but would have been better to let the lecturer edit people chapters better. Instead of always getting feedback from group. It was not always good but discouraging.

Davids minimalist approach to instruction was very amusing and motivating. He provided a shove in the right direction at the right moment and it was very helpful. Highly recommended course!