M.L. Banner
I write ideas down as soon as I get them. If it's a new book or series idea, I write out a story synopsis and/or the scene I have mentally pictured, including any dialog. So, when I'm done, I have the basics of the story sketched out. This get's put aside into a folder of book ideas for later use.
My suggestion is when working on a book, outline the overall storyline first. Then break it down chapter by chapter to get a sense of narrative flow. Doing this also eliminates the problem of writing yourself into a storyline corner. When done, each chapter is synopsized as well.
I find by doing this, I really get into the story, and then the only problem is not having the time to write it all down. I'm not sure how writers block could exist if you do this.
My suggestion is when working on a book, outline the overall storyline first. Then break it down chapter by chapter to get a sense of narrative flow. Doing this also eliminates the problem of writing yourself into a storyline corner. When done, each chapter is synopsized as well.
I find by doing this, I really get into the story, and then the only problem is not having the time to write it all down. I'm not sure how writers block could exist if you do this.
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Hi Mr. Banner, I was one of the winners that won your Cicada novel. It's been eight weeks, slowly turning into the ninth week and I haven't received my copy yet. I've contacted goodreads to see what to do and they told me to contact you instead. I was wondering if you could help me in receiving my book? Thank you, 'Tea' Tyana M.
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