Novel Secrets: How to Write a GOOD Self-Published Novel

by Lary Crews

For over 7 years, Lary Crews taught 4,125 students how to write their first novel.
Now, you can profit from his expertise as a writer and editor. His book Novel Secrets:
How to Write a GOOD Self-Published Novel is a practical, step-by-step manual on how to craft your novel. With Lary’s help, this accessible and streamlined book will empower you to write a terrific novel. Start writing your best book today.
It’s available in paperback and for Kindle. Click on the image below:

Kindle Edition

Published November 19, 2015

About the author

Birth name, Laurence Patrick Amstutz.

Starting out as a radio newsman in the 1960's, Lary first wrote disposable non fiction (you write it, you read it, you throw it away). Lary Crews has been a professional writer and editor since 1985.

Writing more than 450 business magazine articles launched his full time freelance career. In 1986, he started writing mystery novels. His first six books sold a half-million copies.

Crews was a popular speaker at writer’s conferences in the 90s and became the first online writing teacher for America Online. After 15 years of teaching, he had taught 4,125 students in 26 states how to write their first novel.

During a 25 year career as a radio broadcaster and executive at various Tampa Bay area radio stations, Crews also appeared in more than a dozen films made in Florida, including Cocoon, Summer Rental and Palmetto. He also served as director Robert Altman's personal assistant on three films (Brewster McCloud, HealtH and Popeye). One of his novels, Extreme Close-Up, was based loosely on his experiences on HealtH.

Crews is currently writing a mystery novel. Final Cut, based on his work with film director, Robert Altman in 1979.

Crews and his wife Lori, who live in Reno, Nevada, are working on a novel, Hear After, based on a Thomas Edison failed experiment.

Reviews

[Cal Bowen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Better for Pantsers than Plotters

The only negative that I have is that the section on plotting is quite simply, DON'T. Now, he does go on to write how he leapfrogs his outline by planning a couple of chapters ahead but he never knows the ending until he gets there. That is great for pantsers, but I am a plotter. However, the rest of the advice contained within is excellent. I especially enjoyed the chapter on editing. It contains great grammar advice.

[Judy Ferrell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Knowledge is power!

In Lary Crews book Novel Secrets, you get many facts and hints for the novice writer. I learned much in reading this. If you plan to start a novel you would do well to read Lary's book first. He doesn't steer you wrong!!

[Maggie James · Rating 5 out of 5]

Novel Secrets is an excellent read for the aspiring novelist. Lary Crews has not only written novels himself but has also taught the subject and in this book his expertise shows. He covers everything one would expect: plotting, characterisation, dialogue, style, etc. I found his ‘Make Sure’ checklist very helpful. I’d recommend this book to any novelist keen to hone their skills and have no hesitation in giving it five stars.
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

[H.S. Rivney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Practical advice in a friendly narrative, covers many of the basics without sounding like an English Lit class. Makes putting a novel together a pleasure instead of a terrifying chore. Wanna write? Get this book. No regrets.

[Nancy]

Very helpful and informativ book for a beginner and advanced writer. It is very inspiring and takes the scare out of writing and brings back the fun for the writing process.