7 seriessecrets
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From concept to character and beyond -- tips on writing a children's book seriesTRANSCRIPT
7 Series Secrets:FROM CONCEPT TO CHARACTER
AND BEYOND...
Bruce Halewww.BruceHaleWritingTips.com
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Chuck Norris Facts
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Series credentials
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Series credentials
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Series credentials
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PRIZE DRAWING!
Your cardor
Name + email
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Why write a series?
•Hone your craft
•Hook readers
•Earn a steadier ‘paycheck’
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Why do series work?
•Familiarity breeds success
•Training wheel books
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How do series start?• PLANNED
• UNPLANNED
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What type of series should I write?
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Repeatingconcept/setting
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Repeating character/situation
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Story arc
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1. Sequels be damned
(It’s all about the first book)
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How do you make the first book GREAT?•Take your time
•Go deep — ask hard questions
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Zombieville, USA
Brainstorming
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The Lightning Thief
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2. From character comes caring
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A series hero...
•Doesn’t resolve all his issues in 1 book
•Has depths to explore
•Is a friend to hang with
•Is driven by strong desires
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A series hero...
•Must be active
•Must be sympathetic — not ‘nice’
•Must be flawed
•Must be memorable
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4 series heroes...
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3. Craft a concept that gets “ooohs”
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How to create anooh-worthy idea?
•Plumb your passions
•Ask “what if?”
•Combine two unlike things
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4. Strike a balance
between fresh andfamiliar
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5. Craft your query carefully
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How to query?
•Be professional
•Be concise
•Be thoughtful
•Be flexible
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6. Every jewel needs the perfect setting
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7. Don’t leave us hanging
(Do leave us wanting more)
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PRIZE DRAWING!
And the winner is...
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FROM CONCEPT TO CHARACTERAND BEYOND...
7 Series Secrets:
Bruce Halewww.BruceHaleWritingTips.com
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