Plan a Novel

The structured planning you need before you write a single chapter. Character development, plot mapping, world-building, and coach feedback on every planning document.

Make a plan for success with your novel before you write a single chapter.

Plan a Novel takes students through the essential planning stage that separates a finished novel from an abandoned one. Using structured planning tools and guided exercises, students develop their characters, map their plot, build their world, and walk away with a complete roadmap for their novel.

Students receive coach feedback on their planning documents throughout the workshop, with specific guidance on strengthening plot structure, developing compelling characters, and identifying potential problems before they start drafting.

Week-by-Week

Week 1: Concept Development & Character Creation | Week 2: Plot Structure & Story Arc Mapping | Week 3: World-Building & Setting Development | Week 4: Complete Novel Roadmap

Intended For Grades: 6-12

Time Expectation:

Classes have weekly assignments. All assignments will be due midnight Friday EST each week. Assignments are intended to take approximately 2-3 hours per week.

Class Objectives

Develop well-rounded characters with clear motivations, conflicts, and arcs
Create a complete plot structure with a beginning, middle, climax, and resolution
Build a detailed setting and world appropriate to the novel’s genre
Produce a comprehensive novel roadmap ready for drafting

Class Features

Unlimited contact with a coach who reviews and provides specific feedback
Structured planning tools: character sheets, plot mapping templates, and world-building guides
A complete novel roadmap ready to draft

Pre-Reqs: None

Required Materials

Plan a Novel workbook (digital copy provided with enrollment; print copy available for separate purchase if desired)
Access to a word processing program (Microsoft Word or Google Docs)

$150.00

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