Want to learn how to write like Rowling?
Join me for a deep dive into the pages of this best-selling novel to discover how and why it works. I'll walk you through the story on a scene-by-scene basis to show you how Rowling included all the key scenes and conventions of the Action genre, raised the stakes in a way appropriate for a middle-grade audience, built an immersive story world full of compelling characters, used red herrings to pull off an awesome plot twist, and so much more!
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- How Rowling intertwines Harry’s inner growth with his ability to solve the external conflict—this is what makes the story super impactful
- How Rowling created the perfect setting ripe for life-and-death stakes (and how she immersed readers in that setting without overwhelming them)
- How no detail, no matter how big or small, in Rowling’s world is wasted—everything counts and contributes to the plot and/or character growth
- How Rowling developed a cast of quirky characters with varied backgrounds, ages, professions, emotions, and viewpoints, which helps readers of all ages and cultures relate
- How Rowling effectively used Snape as a red herring to distract readers from the truth about who’s really after the Sorcerer’s Stone
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FREE BONUS:
A LIVE Workshop + Q&A With Savannah and Abigail
Join us on August 1st at 3 pm PT / 6 pm ET for a 2-hour deep-dive into the climatic moment of the first Harry Potter book. We’ll walk you through the mechanics of the scene and answer all your questions about the analysis or writing in general.
FREE BONUS:
Savannah's Handwritten Notes On Chapter 11 "Quidditch"
You’ll also get my handwritten, in-the-margin notes on the all-important midpoint scene. This was one of the hardest scenes to analyze—but I’m peeling back the curtain even more and giving you a deeper look at my notes and insights.
FREE BONUS:
An Exclusive Invite To Our Virtual Book Launch Party!
Join us on August 2nd at 4 pm PT / 7 pm ET to celebrate the book's release! Picture a group of book nerds getting to know each other and chatting about all things writing and reading. We’ll do giveaways and have plenty of time for Q&A, too!
Meet The Author
My name is Savannah Gilbo and I'm a developmental editor and book coach who helps fiction authors write, edit, and publish stories that work.
I'm so excited to share this book with you because it's the guidebook I wish I had when I was a new writer, trying to figure out how to write the kind of books I loved to read.
I hope you enjoy reading this book as much as I enjoyed writing it—and I hope it leaves you feeling empowered to write the kind of stories you love. As always, thank you for your support!Â
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