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  • Shut Up and Write the Book

  • A Step-by-Step Guide to Crafting Your Novel from Plan to Print
  • By: Jenna Moreci
  • Narrated by: Lisa Cordileone
  • Length: 6 hrs and 8 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (53 ratings)

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Shut Up and Write the Book

By: Jenna Moreci
Narrated by: Lisa Cordileone
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Publisher's summary

Writing a book can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be.

Are you struggling to finish or even start your novel? Are you overwhelmed by the many steps in the writing process, drowning in endless drafts, or creatively blocked?

Shut Up and Write the Book is a step-by-step guide to crafting a novel from your first spark of an idea to the final edit. Whether you’re brand new to writing or wanting to hone your skills, this action plan provides straightforward advice while demystifying the art of storytelling.

In Shut Up and Write the Book, you’ll learn:

  • Ways to select an exciting, marketable concept that incites your passion and intrigues listeners
  • Techniques for creating multidimensional characters your audience will love (or love to hate)
  • How to navigate the dreaded first draft with confidence
  • Tips for writing an impactful first chapter that hooks listeners
  • The key to eliminating sagging middle syndrome so your story is engaging from start to finish
  • The best way to craft a plot twist that wows your audience
  • How to write a climax that takes your story to a new, thrilling level
  • And much more

Enjoy best-selling author Jenna Moreci’s no-nonsense guidance and saucy sarcasm as she walks you through every step of the writing process. If you want to finally hunker down and finish your novel, listen to Shut Up and Write the Book today.

©2022 Jenna Moreci (P)2022 Jenna Moreci
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A helpful guide!

A great general guide for authors, especially for those just starting out and are new to the self-publishing industry.

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Great narration and wonderful resource for the book writing process!

Delightful narration. The book is clear, insightful and has many resources listed as well. It takes you through the whole writing process, from basic book idea to knowing when the book is done. It has Jenna’s signature humor and no bull $#*% manner that I always love. I got inspired so many times to pause and write more!

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Awesome and Insightful

As always Jenna delivers smart and doable advice dashed with a sprinkle of sarcasm and humor.

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An absolute guide and gift!

If you know the author from YouTube, then you know how perfectly her voice matches with her YouTube channel!!! Absolutely wonderful, a truly gifted guide on how to organize your book that you are writing. I am so incredibly thankful that I bought this, and I will happily revisit this book every single time I think about writing a book. A must read!!! Thank you!!!

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Wish I had this when I first started writing.

This book covers every question you may be to afraid or lazy to ask as a new writer. I like the Short and to the point descriptions. It's very easy to follow along with. I recommend listening to this while skimming through parts of your manuscript. There is also tons of useful info on Jenna's YouTube. I'm excited for the next book in Saviors series. Let's shut and release it.

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Delivers the Goods

But Jennaaaaaa! I just wanted to write the next Harry Potter!

God bless you and all the value you have provided writers all over the globe. Keep on keeping on!

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Very good overview of writing a book.

Solid book. The narrator was fine. I was just surprised the author didn't narrate it after watching (and listening to her voice) her on YouTube.

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Clear and to the point

I enjoyed this book. Very clear, practical and to the point. Jenna's humor made it easy to digest and follow along. Narrator was a perfect choice, I forgot that it wasn't Jenna who's voice I was listening to. This book made me wish Jenna had a course to cover this topic.

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This is a great introduction to the craft.

I have been watching Jenna's YouTube channel for years and even used many of her tips to complete my first Novella.
With all that said, I mean no offense when I tell you I learned nothing new.

I HIGHLY recommend this book to anybody new to writing
who needs a little direction.

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Helpful and informative

This book was easy to get through. The author uses easy to understand language and has a sarcastic sense of humor making the reading experience enjoyable. It’s nice to read an author with personality. I also appreciated how the author identified aspects of writing I had not considered. A great read for newbies!

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