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Nick Bailey writes about anything and everything in the realm of writing and publishing. From articles about honing your craft to launching your book, Nick aims to provide valuable insights and practical tips to the NowNovel community in his posts. Aside from stories, Nick enjoys hiking, electronic music, and filling up his personal cookbook with new recipes.
Discover the 7 essential steps to mastering plot development, from creating compelling exposition to delivering a satisfying dénouement.
July 7th, 2025
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Think of your favorite fictional character, and try to describe why you like them in just a few words. Maybe they’re strong, friendly, and wise; or perhaps they’re honest, resourceful, and passionate — no matter what combination of characteristics it is, odds are you've identified something fundamental that makes their personality compelling.
June 23rd, 2025
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Learn what sensory language is and how you can use it to immerse readers in the magic of your story.
May 20th, 2025
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Writing a sequel may delight fans of your standalone book — it's an opportunity to build on story arcs, characters, and the world you've already created. In this post, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know to write a fan-favorite follow-up.
March 3rd, 2025
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A manuscript evaluation is a type of edit that delivers big picture feedback on your novel’s strengths and weaknesses — helping you refine your work before you take the next step forward in the publishing process.
March 1st, 2025
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They say that everyone is the protagonist of their own story — but what actually is a protagonist? In this post, we’ll walk you through what a protagonist is, some of the most prominent categories they can fall into, and five examples of each.
February 5th, 2025
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