Where to Start and How to Get to the End: Tips for writing and finishing a novel, whether it’s your first or tenth. Writing a novel is daunting. There is no exact formula to writing one—and it takes a long time! That “long time” leaves plenty of chances to feel lost and derailed. You are not! You are walking down a well-treaded path. Here, loop arms with me and we’ll go down that path together . . .
Mary E. Pearson is the International and NYT bestselling author of multiple novels including The Remnant Chronicles trilogy, which in a starred review, Publisher’s Weekly described as “masterfully crafted.” She is also the author of the spin-off duology, Dance of Thieves, a TikTok sensation, and The Jenna Fox trilogy, and more. Her books have been translated into over thirty languages world-wide. Her debut adult novel, The Courting of Bristol Keats, a mash-up of small town America, portals, mystrious strangers, and romance will be published in fall 2024 by Flatiron Books. When she is not creating dangerous fantasy worlds, she enjoys the relatively safe pleasures of travel, gardening, friends, and family. Visit Mary on Instagram @maryepearson for book news and updates.