I want to write a book?

Question

i want to write a book. But i dont know how. How do i make a book intresting and wanting ppl want more just on the first page. im only 13 and i had 1 book and a poem published in the young authors but that was when i was 11. I need help to get started again. I dont wont you to give me a story i want to write it myself. also what r somw good genres. i just need things to help me work in process of a story

Answer 1

Just write what you're passionate about. Worry about length and publishing later.

Answer 2

My suggestion to you is to do some web surfing and library searching. There are many many many (I can't stress the number of many's enough!) resources out there relating to writing a book. Since you are 13, you have an advantage because if you can get something written and published in the next couple of years, your age alone should create a lot of positive buzz! Ummm...I would also say it would be a good idea to subscribe to a magazine about writing. I don't know if there is a specific magazine geared toward writer's your age, but a couple of good ones are Writer's Digest and The Writer. Lastly, it is important to get right in there and writing. Many books and resources will tell you if you set aside time to write daily your writing will improve. But you need to find your own best time to write. Writing is almost like everything else: if you want to do it and try hard enough, you can go as far as you want! Good luck!

Answer 3

I would begin with an outline. I don't tend to have very detailed outlines when I begin (I have a one or two page plot synopsis, though), but for many writers they benefit immensely from doing a thorough outline first. It really depends on how your brain works, but give it a shot and see if it helps!

Good genres are the ones that YOU like. I can't tell you what kind of book to write any more than I can give you a plot or characters. You have to develop your own style and create a story that is important to you.

I would recommend reading as many books as possible in the genres that you like to write, as well as about the craft of writing. When you are reading other fiction books, pay attention to how the authors structure their work.

Here are some of my favorites about writing (your local library should have most of them):
1) "Writing Down The Bones" by Natalie Goldberg
2) "Bird by Bird" by Anne Lamott
3) "On Writing Well" by William Zinsser
4) "How to Write Science Fiction & Fantasy" by Orson Scott Card
5) "On Writing" by Stephen King
6) "No Plot? No Problem!" by Chris Baty
7) "Eats, Shoots, and Leaves" by Lynne Truss
8) "The Elements of Style" by Strunk and White

Also, take a look at a few websites where authors gather. Some of them have very helpful articles and forums. Holly Lisle has a fantastic website that has articles on both the business and writing aspects:
http://hollylisle.com/fm/

Forward Motion is a wonderful, helpful community:
http://www.fmwriters.com/

Absolute Write is one of my favorite author communities, with a vast pool of resources and helpful people:
http://www.absolutewrite.com

Write every single day. Set a target for yourself. For instance, my goal right now is to write 1,000 words a day. I get this done before I go on the internet, read, watch TV, or goof around. To begin, maybe set an easier goal for yourself-- try 250 words each day. Write in a journal as well, if you feel so inclined!

When you get ideas, find a way to record them as well. I have a spiral notebook that I keep just for that purpose. This way, when I want to begin a new project I can read through my notes and find just the right idea!

Also, never forget how important it is to edit and rewrite! When you finish a short story or novel, I suggest setting it aside for a month. Don't look at it or think about it (if you can help it). Work on another project. Once that time has passed, go back and read what you wrote. Try to be objective-- are there parts that need to be expanded? Cut out? Rewritten? How is the grammar and spelling? Editing could (and should) take more time than the original draft!

And keep practicing!

Answer 4

I can help you there! I'm only fourteen and have finished a [430 page long] urban fantasy novel. I'm an expert at character development and interesting stuff, so I'll help you as best I can! Always think of your genre first, and when you have, you have to outline the plot. Sounds like a horrible thing to have to do, but trust me, it'll get you farther in the long run. When you have that done, start the first chapter out with a BANG!!! It has to make sense--don't surprise the reader just to, you know, get their attention--and it has to grip the reader so that he/she will WANT to go on. My novel starts out with my main character throwing away his anti-depressant pills... :P So anyway, think of a great beginning and fill in the gaps of your outline. Never add too much description because this turns a reader off (ah, remember Erago??) and if you want tips on this, go to www.anti-shurtugal.com. Give your characters personalities and let them speak for themselves; indulge in them and you'll be amazed how they seem to come to life! Some good genres for beginners (yes, even you) are fantasy or young adult. If you want, we can share info on our books and help one another! If you already have a book published, I'd like your help (I've only had a poem...). Hope it was helpful!!!

Answer 5

Write about something you know. How do kids 13 treat each other these days? Write about a 13-year-old who wants to write a book and searches and searches for ideas? You could write about the people you meet along the way.

I find it helpful to keep a daily journal. Each time I have a thought or idea, I jot it down.

Don't push it. Your story will suddenly appear in your head and the words will come tumbling out.

You might also try an exercise in doodling. I'm not kidding -- scribble. Make up your own language. Then create a story, in real words, that talks about the doodle story.

Answer 6

I write books myself and somehow have had the luck of not having too many writers blocks. Maybe the fact that you haven't written in a while has given you a block. When I write I try to give my characters some of my personality and a few of my memories making the characters predictable to me. Maybe you could start the story with a memory your character had and just take it from there. Your imagination should keep it going. Try to keep your story flowing by slowly adding some attention grabbing story piece by piece. Good luck! If you get going I'd love to read it if you want. Just message me through my account! ~Eve

Answer 7

it depends what youre good at writing about.
write two or three pages on a couple different topics like:

mystery
love
comedy
fantasy [vampires etc]
drama/depressing


good luck hun!