From Story Idea to Reader

by Patsy Collins, Rosemary J. Kind

From Story Idea to Reader is an easily accessible guide to writing fiction. Whether you are brushing up on your writing skills or starting out, this book will take you through the whole process from inspiration to conclusion. No matter if you are looking to submit your work for publication, enter a competition, or want to self-publish, this practical guide will help you every step of the way.
Between them, Patsy Collins and Rosemary Kind have sold hundreds of short stories, written sixteen published books and produced numerous articles for Writing Magazine and similar publications. They've both judged writing competitions and run workshops, and Rosemary has read and edited thousands of short stories and published dozens of books for other writers.
With the information, help and encouragement in this book, you too could see your work in print.

288 pages, Paperback

Published November 30, 16

About the author

Patsy Collins will write anywhere she can reach in her campervan and has written most of her books 'on location'.

She's the author of six novels; one murder mystery, four contemporary romances and one coming of age story with a difference. Hundreds of her short stories have been published in magazines or placed in competitions. Some of these stories have been included in over twenty themed collections of 24 short stories.

Patsy also runs the womagwriter blog and is co-author of From Story Idea to Reader – an accessible guide to writing fiction and A Year Of Ideas:365 sets of writing prompts and exercises.

Reviews

[Stuart Lennon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a well thought-out, constructed and written guide. Will every tip be new to a reader? No, but the easy conversational style invites the reader to think about what they are doing and why. I really enjoyed it. An excellent read for anyone looking to produce writing for others to read.

[Ashley Hedden · Rating 5 out of 5]

From Story Idea to Reader was a great helpful idea for any aspiring author. Patsy Collins and Rosemary J. Kind did a great job of giving authors tips and ideas I think this is a great book for anyone who aspires to write a book.

[Sheelagh Mooney · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a real gem packed full of great ideas (delivered with humour) to kick start or improve your writing skills. I use it as a reference book & I think its really worthwhile working through it slowly rather than reading it all in one go. What every writer or would be writer needs to know preferably before you write your story or novel.

[Alyson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Easy to read, with concise, clear information, recommended particularly to those setting out as new writers. Well worth checking the websites recommended in the book too.