There is a story you were born to write. Your experiences, interests, family history, and everything else that makes you unique are all there for you to draw upon. Nobody else in the world has your brain, your ideas, and your experiences. So whether you'd like to write a fantasy, romance, horror, or literary novel — and whether or not you've already got a premise in mind — this lesson will help you discover your Authorial Purpose.
This podcast will walk through a step-by-step brainstorming process to help you figure out what story you were meant to tell. We'll cover:
Why it's important to write about your passions.
Writing about topics you don't know a lot about.
What the "#ownvoices" trend is and what it means for you.
Choosing the right genre, themes, and characters.Download the brainstorming worksheet at blockbusterYA.com/materials
© Blockbuster YA Author Coaching LLP
Created and produced by Tiana Warner and Stephanie Warner
Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod
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