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Save the Cat! Writes a Novel
The Last Book On Novel Writing You'll Ever Need
By: Jessica Brody
Paperback | 3 December 2018
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Novelist Jessica Brody presents a comprehensive story-structure guide for novelists that applies the famed Save the Cat! screenwriting methodology to the world of novel writing. Revealing the 15 "beats" (plot points) that comprise a successful story-from the opening image to the finale--this book lays out the Ten Story Genres ( Monster in the House; Whydunit; Dude with a Problem ) alongside quirky, original insights (Save the Cat; Shard of Glass ) to help novelists craft a plot that will captivate-and a novel that will sell.
About the Author
Jessica Brody graduated from Smith College with degrees in Economics and French. In 2005, she left her job at MGM Studios in Los Angeles to become a full time writer and producer. Jessica currently lives in Los Angeles.
Industry Reviews
--Kami Garcia, #1 New York Times best-selling coauthor of Beautiful Creatures and author of Broken Beautiful Hearts
"Good plotters aren't born. They're formed by studying the twists and turns of others' stories. Save the Cat! Writes a Novel is a perfect plot study tool for all levels of writer. It will help you dissect any plot conundrum, conceive your story's blueprint, and give a beat to every pivot of your hero's journey."
--Grant Faulkner, executive director of National Novel Writing Month and author of Pep Talks for Writers: 52 Insights and Actions to Boost Your Creative Mojo
"Through its insightful use of beat sheets, genres, and trade secrets, this book is an invaluable guide through the daunting task of writing a novel."
--Jessica Khoury, author of The Forbidden Wish and Last of Her Name
"This playful, illuminating book is a godsend for anyone seeking to understand story structure for novels."
--Emmy Laybourne, author of the international bestselling Monument 14 trilogy, and the novels Sweet, Berserker and Ransacker
ISBN: 9780399579745
ISBN-10: 0399579745
Series: Save the Cat!
Published: 3rd December 2018
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Number of Pages: 320
Audience: General Adult
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Country of Publication: GB
Dimensions (cm): 20.5 x 13.5 x 2.5
Weight (kg): 0.33
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