Algonkian and New York Write to Pitch Prep Forum
Copies of pre-event studies required of Algonkian attendees regardless of workshop, retreat, or conference. Post-event includes the Algonkian Novel Writing Program for purposes of rewrites and editorial tweaks. Like the rest of our programs, these studies emphasize dramatic act structure, high concept, execution models, setting, and choice of antagonist as core element gateways.
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The following are major pre-event assignments, readings, and guides (not including Part IV - Algonkian Novel Development Program) for Algonkian events, many of which are found on our NWOE sister site. Downloading, forwarding, or copying these assignments without the prior approval of Algonkian Writer Conferences is not permitted, however, routine utilization of the content in its extant form is permitted. Parts I, II, and II Pre-Event (includes eBook) Execution of the Pitch Model Assignment Recap and Dramatic Act Structure The Necessity of Publisher's Marketplace Prep for Agent Query Process NOTE: this is an information forum, not a…
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Need to stress the following three major novel elements because they have the largest ripple impact on the novel as a whole: 1. The Setting: https://algonkianconferences.com/authorconnect/index.php?/topic/15632-settings-are-60-maximize-opportunity/ 2. Primary Antagonist: https://algonkianconferences.com/authorconnect/index.php?/topic/15496-antagonist-the-novels-most-important-character/ …
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Going into 2021, the forces of good at Algonkian Writer Conferences labored intensely to create a single master source for novel development, research, writing, and marketing known as Algonkian Author Connect. As we’ve indicated in previous mails, the guidance and material available there should be utilized in conjunction with the Algonkian Novel Writing Program (which you now have access to). Overall, AAC presents itself as an effective concept-to-query solution supported by our best tie-breaking advice and crucial nuanced guidance including essays and articles from Novel Writing on Edge. …
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Introduction to Pre-event Assignments The below seven assignments are vital to reaching an understanding of specific and critical core elements that go into the creation of a commercially viable genre novel or narrative non-fiction. Of course, there is more to it than this, as you will see, but here we have a good primer that assures we're literally all on the same page before the event begins. You may return here as many times as you need to edit your topic post (login and click "edit"). Pay special attention to antagonists, setting, conflict and core wound hooks. And btw, quiet novels do not sell. Keep that in mind. Be aggressive with your work. Mi…
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All of the following are critical to your success at the conference, and to your goals following the conference. By this time you should have completed the first seven assignments (title, story statement, etc.) or you’re at least in the process of completion. If you haven’t touched it, you’re either ahead of the game or you’re making a critical mistake. These assignments, and those which follow, serve two purposes: to enable you to conceive and write a more perfect novel, one that might actually sell; and seco…
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Now that you've fully absorbed Relentless Application I, you must approach Part II. It begins with Labors, Sins, and Six Acts. Read this article in its entirety. It concludes with a great deal of linkage to important essays and articles on novel conception, development, and narra…
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Pre-event work below in three parts. Please read carefully and complete all of it. You might get a little woozy or be astonished, but push through. You’re responsible for the seven assignments, the several score readings in the next section beginning with Labors, Sins, and Six Acts, and from there, jump to section III, log into the Algonkian Novel Writing Program, and get started. …
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As noted previously, steps for you to take following the conference for purposes of further structural and narrative development. Don't fail to take it seriously. Everyone needs rewrites. Keep in mind, you are in a fierce competition with the nation’s best writers. You need ALL THE EDGE you can get. 1. The Algonkian Novel Writing Program - reality check and polish the intricacies of character arc, setting, theme, opening hook, plot and dramatic rising action from first page to final denouement. https://algonkianconferences.com/authorconnect/index.php?/forum/52-…
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THE NEW YORK PITCH CONFERENCE …
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