You know there is a novel locked inside of you — chock-fullof conflict, humor, irony, enthralling events and fascinatingcharacters. What you don't know is how to set it free.Practical Advice, Hands-On HelpRespected author and professional writing instructorLou Willett Stanek's New York workshops have enabledscores of aspiring novelists to realize their dreams ofcompleting credible and compelling manuscripts. Here, ina positive, “user-friendly” format, she offers not onlyencouragement and motivation, but Clear, Step-By-Step Instructions To Accomplish Your Goal — from original conception through final draft.Learn How To: Set up and stick to a writing schedule
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Stanek has taught at the University of Chicago, Marymount Manhattan College, and the New School for Social Research.