I wrote my first book at 17years old and have sold over 600 copies. Have you ever had a book idea so captivating you just knew it would finally push you across the finish line. Today, im talking all about the basics of writing a novel. In todays article, ginger moran goes through the four stages of writing. But trust mewith a reliable blueprint, you can get unstuck and finally write your book.
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