What is the Process of Writing a Novel - Part 2

"One of the things I have learned over the years as I have grown in my writing is just how important it is to also grow as a reader.  As such, I have become more involved with the reading and writing communities that are available to me (and you)."

This is the continuation of Chris revealing his twelve steps to writing. To view part one. which includes steps 1-6, please check out his prior post.

A 12 Step Novel Writing Process

Part 2: Steps 7-12

What is the Process of Writing a Novel? Part 1

Chris Sorensen

One of my readers asked me last week, "How do you get from having a simple story idea to the completed manuscript?"

I talk to people all the time who have a wonderful book idea.  Unfortunately, they don't ever see it come to fruition because they don't know where to start.  The thought of going from a small ten word sentence to 150-300 page book is daunting...for all of us.