Writing the Novella
Writing the Novella by Sharon Oard Warner, published by University of New Mexico Press in March 2021, is a comprehensive guide dedicated to the craft of novella writing. This 248-page book presents a unique approach to understanding the novella as a distinct literary form, blending the focus of a short story with the depth of a novel. Through innovative journal prompts and examples from classic novellas, Warner guides readers in making crucial decisions about character, plot, and narrative perspective.
Readers will find detailed instructions for developing a scenic plot that supports a cohesive narrative arc. The book includes appendix materials such as a list of recommended novellas, publishing opportunities, and templates for story mapping, graphs, and charts. Writing the Novella serves as both an instructive and inspirational resource, catering to both new and experienced writers interested in exploring this intermediate-length fiction.
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Winner of the Bronze Medal for Writing/Publishing in the 2022 Independent Publisher (IPPY) Book Awards
“A novella compresses the world with a short story’s focus, but it explores that smaller space with a novel’s generosity.”–Josh Weil, author of The New Valley: Novellas
While the novella has existed as a distinct literary form for over four hundred years, Writing the Novella is the first craft book dedicated to creating this intermediate-length fiction. Innovative, integrated journal prompts inspire and sustain the creative process, and classic novellas serve as examples throughout. Part 1 defines the novella form and steers early decision-making on situation, character, plot, and point of view. Part 2 provides detailed directions for writing the scenic plot points that support a strong but flexible narrative arc. Appendix materials include a list of recommended novellas, publishing opportunities, and blank templates for the story map, graphs, and charts used throughout the book. By turns instructive and inspirational, Writing the Novella will be a welcome resource for new and experienced writers alike.
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