Learn More: Design a Novel

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You CAN write that novel! Society of Young Inklings will guide you through the process step-by-step. Over the course of six weeks, youth novelists will play their way through brainstorming challenges, problem-solving activities, and improvisational games with author, Naomi Kinsman, to create a practical, creative blueprint for their next novel.

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Maybe you're like Avery ...

Maybe you, like Avery, are ready to challenge yourself to create characters with emotional depth and humor. You want characters you can believe in that will motivate you to keep drafting your novel all the way through "the end."

Or maybe you're like Sophia ...

Maybe you, like Sophia, have been inspired to write a novel that will change people's perspectives and make an impact in the world.

The big ideas in your heart and head matter. We'll help you shape them on the page into a novel you're proud to share.

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I S T H I S A C L A S S ? W I L L I T B E F U N ? No stress or pop quizzes here. Also, no matter your skill level, you can enjoy yourself and produce great work in Design a Novel. Like all of our Inklings courses, Design a Novel feels more like an experience than a class. That's because we want you to roll up your sleeves and create, rather than over-thinking your work. That said, there are possibly a billion decisions novelists need to make in order to bring a new book to life. Instead of spending your time and energy figuring out what to ask and how to choose, Design a Novel walks you through the design process step-by-step. The best part? The activities will probably remind you of your favorite theater games—all without putting you on the spot.

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