The One Week Writing Workshop: 7 Days to Spark, Boost or Revive Your Novel
by Karin Adams
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“The perfect kickstart to any new writer's career.” — San Francisco Book Review, ★★★★★
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"Highly recommended for fans of Jessica Brody's Save the Cat! Writes a Novel and Christopher Vogler's The Writer’s Journey." — BlueInk Review
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“...wonderfully pragmatic and engaging approach to writing, making a standout resource...Very highly recommended.” — Readers’ Favorite, ★★★★★
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"This is a resource that writers will consistently reference and return to...Fun, interactive writing resource to spark creativity and conquer writer’s block." — BookLife by Publishers Weekly
Are you facing the overwhelming gap between the novel you’re imagining and the book you want to write? Have you been stuck on the blank page, or has your writing flow dried up? You’re not alone, and Karin Adams is here to help you overcome the overwhelm.
In The One Week Writing Workshop, Adams brings the magic and enthusiasm of her acclaimed in-person workshops directly to you. This book breaks down the daunting writing process into a series of bite-sized, actionable tasks within a proven seven-step method—the very one she has taught to thousands of workshop participants since 2010.
Whether you are just starting your novel, stuck in the middle, or getting back to an old draft, this book is for you. It offers a wonderfully pragmatic and engaging approach, emphasizing action while reinforcing story essentials. If you have read other writing books, this resource will complement, reinforce, and add fresh perspectives to what you’ve learned.
Structured as a seven-day workshop, each chapter is a lively session that guides you through energizing tasks to actively grow your story. You have plenty of choice to tailor the experience to your needs and your novel.
Inside, you'll find:
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70+ real-world writing activities and strategies you can start using within minutes of opening the book.
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A tried-and-tested 7-step method for starting your novel and seeing it through to the finish.
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Hands-on strategies for every step of the writing process, from generating ideas to revision.
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Helpful mini lessons to get (or keep) you grounded with story writing essentials.
- A blend of at-your-desk and out-of-the-box actions that help to inspire your entire creative self.
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Activities you can return to again and again to bust past blocks, develop new story concepts, and reconnect with your creative joy.
The One Week Writing Workshop is the book you need when it's time to take action, write your novel, and finally see it through to completion.
