Write a Novel
with Carly Stevens
Indie Author and English Teacher
About Carly
A self-described English Nerd, Carly is an author and English teacher whose AP English Literature videos have over 1 million views on YouTube. As an indie author, her life revolves around stories and she writes dark and immersive books about finding hope against all odds. And she is passionate about sharing her knowledge of writing and literature by creating YouTube study videos for challenging literature courses and presenting for audiences like Pikes Peak Writers, Scribophile, and Sisters in Crime.
About the class
Join acclaimed author Carly Stevens for a fun and interactive 4-part series during National Writing Month! In this class, you'll go from aspiring novelist to active writer as Carly guides you through the entire process—from brainstorming to plotting to finally writing your story. Along the way, she’ll share tips, tricks, and motivation to help you avoid burnout and make your story shine. Whether you're a plotter or a pantser, you’ll leave with the tools to bring your novel to life. Here’s what you’ll explore:
•Prepping, planning, and brainstorming your story.
•Developing rich characters with compelling voices and arcs.
•Staying motivated and keeping the story interesting through the middle.
•Writing a fulfilling ending and editing like a pro.
Grab your notebook, and let’s turn that dream of writing a novel into reality!
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