Tackling the next book requires three sets of seven. The Plot 7 determines the conflict that will drive the story. 7 Character Sets will develop the story’s heart and mind.

Our focus in this segment will be the 7 Writing Stages.

I did not say seven drafts of the novel—These are the seven work stages, each requiring a different part of your writing mind.

We're using 7 different parts of the brain!

TIMINGS

• 00:40 Introduction
• 01:10 Seven Work Stages
• 10:56 Closing

Total Run Time = 11:56

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