A Novel in a Year
A Novelist's Guide to Being a Novelist
(Author) Louise DoughtyCan you write a novel in a year? If you simply sit back and think about the enormity of writing a book, it will seem like a vast and unconquerable task, impossibly daunting. The way to make it less daunting is to break it down into its constituent parts, to do it bit by bit. Over the chapters herein, different aspects of technique are divided up into bite size chunks, the better to aid digestion. The book will look at different aspects of writing, with set exercises to help the reader along in their confidence and technique. It is designed to be read a chapter a week, with the aim of the fledgling writer having a body of material at the year's end which should form a solid start to their novel. Deeply practical, with sound advice at every stage, A NOVEL IN A YEAR is essential reading for any would-be novelist.
Louise Doughty
Louise Doughty is a British author known for her gripping psychological thrillers and thought-provoking novels. Her most notable works include "Apple Tree Yard," which was adapted into a successful television series, and "Black Water," a novel exploring the aftermath of a political scandal. Doughty's writing style is characterized by its sharp prose, complex characters, and compelling storytelling. She has made significant contributions to the genre of contemporary fiction, addressing themes of power, betrayal, and morality in her work. "Apple Tree Yard" remains her most famous work, showcasing Doughty's talent for crafting suspenseful and morally ambiguous narratives.