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WRITE YOUR FIRST NOVEL From Inc.com - The 30 Most Popular Online Courses of 2020 "Write Your First Novel" made the list at #15 https://lnkd.in/gZqscmn If you’ve ever had the dream, the desire or even just a vague notion that you would like to write a novel, this course is for you. Whether you are a full-time student, have a full-time job, a family to take care of or all of the above, you can do it. Really! And I will help you get there. In this Course, you will write your first novel. Many people say they have often thought about writing a novel and are planning to do it someday, but very few ever actually do. However, in this course, you will do it. You will learn how to form a basic idea, any idea, into a structure and discipline that will allow you to create, write and complete a fully-realized novel ready to submit for publication. If you have any concerns regarding the protection of your original work, Coursera's privacy policy protects the learner's IP and you are indeed the sole owners of your work. Here is a link to a trailer for the course. To view the trailer, please copy and paste the link into your browser. https://vimeo.com/385761391/c5e7f873cf Learner review: "It was a great experience, I really enjoyed it." In Write Your First Novel, you’ll learn to break down your creative endeavor into components and you’ll discover a process that will allow you to do what few have done: produce and complete a full-length work of fiction in the form of a 50,000-word novel. Learner Review: "You teach storytelling like no other teacher. I cannot put in words how much I appreciate it. This daily writing, and the product that comes with it, have been a great mental support during the pandemic time. Art is a support for life, as Stephen King said, and thanks to you I experienced it first-hand during this time. I think I will keep writing 500 words per night for the rest of my life. I owe it to you. You taught me how to write a novel, and it works every time. Huge thanks, and wishing you all the best." I am a proponent of experiential learning (also known as active learning). My lectures are short and to the point, designed in a step-by-step process essential to your success as a writer. I will guide you, I will show you how to get there, hopefully I will inspire you. You will learn through your own activity - which is writing! I firmly believe that the only way to become a writer is to write, write, write! Learner review: "As a published author, I took this course to relearn the skills. I thoroughly enjoyed each and every lecture and quiz. This course was very, very helpful and the videos were very well executed. Cheers!" Writing fiction is a truly beautiful thing. Putting your own words on a page to tell a story which enters your readers minds and allows them to share the thoughts, emotions and lives of your characters is a very satisfying, rewarding experience. Learner review: "BEST TEACHER EVER! LOVE THE COURSE."...

Top reviews

SK

Nov 19, 2021

I really learnt a lot. Sir you have inspired me to write. The course is so good can make any one a good writer. Thank You for sharing all the information

RP

Jan 28, 2024

It starts off great, but towards the end, the number of people doing the work drops off dramatically.

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By María d C Z H

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Nov 25, 2024

This course helps students to develop imagination and writing skills that help accomplish the goal, thank you.

By Kelly R

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Aug 7, 2022

It really gives you the skills and motivation to start writing. Help you to lose that irrational fair.

By Shibani S

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Jul 3, 2021

A must do course if you truly aspire to become a good writer or an author.

Kudos to David Wheeler!

By Dilara P

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Jul 21, 2021

This course helped me write my first novel- in a matter of 7 months. I am so proud and so happy.

By Sergio n

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Feb 1, 2023

Excelente curso, guiado por David, me siento mucho más seguro con mi escritura y mis proyectos!

By Christopher S M

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Feb 3, 2022

Without a doubt the most fun I have ever experienced from an online course! I wrote a novel!!!

By Oxygenate A I B

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Apr 16, 2021

My Gratitude and thanks to Mr. David Wheeler,

You are genuine master writers psychology.

By Ahmed A

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Jul 5, 2023

Very useful course.

It Teach me The foundations, arts and creativity of writing novels.

By Nguyen N A T

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Jan 11, 2025

This course would be a perfectional gift for your own process of skills development

By Paula H

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Oct 20, 2024

I loved this class and want to repeat it. I can’t seem to do this. Paula E Hughes

By Manjot K

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Jul 4, 2021

I am very happy to complete this course. It was very helpful and interesting.

By mehak s

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Feb 10, 2021

It was such a great experience and would definitely take some other courses.

By Lorena C

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Sep 21, 2024

Es un gran curso para aquellos que empezamos en el mundo de la escritura.

By Leslie L

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Jul 17, 2021

This course will help you develop the discipline needed to write a novel

By George A

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Jul 18, 2023

The way the examples were presented was distinctive for clarification.

By Alexandre D

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May 23, 2022

Very good course, it actually helped me to develop my story and book.

By Rebecca B

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Oct 26, 2022

I enjoyed this course very much!! Thank you for the opportunity!

By Nur U

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Dec 30, 2020

Gerçekten çok başarılı bir kurs ve katıldığım için çok mutluyum.

By JF R

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Aug 31, 2025

Clair et concis, tout en étant précis et motivant. Bravo David.

By HADOUD F

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Feb 26, 2022

Important tools and short and precise explanation are provided.

By Carla S

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Nov 5, 2024

It gave me structure, deadlines, and I just published my book

By Angela R

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Aug 28, 2024

This class was very helpful in completing my novel.

By TANO B K

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Dec 23, 2022

très bon cours je peux écrire mon roman maintenant

By Aura M M F

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Jun 10, 2024

Excelente me ayudo mucho en mi comienzo ☺️☺️☺️☺️

By Disha S

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Oct 18, 2023

An excellent course for improvisation and learn.