One of the chapter books I have completed has gone over 10,000 words. Is that a problem? Is 11,625 words too long? I could chop some out if I have too. Is the limit 10,000 words?
Than you,
trish.
Than you,
trish.
My chapter book has gone over 10,000 words. Does it matter?
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Found this for you...
http://writingfiction.suite101.com/article.cfm/chapter_book_basics
Hope it helps.
http://writingfiction.suite101.com/article.cfm/chapter_book_basics
Hope it helps.
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The second book in my series is about the same WC as yours Trish, and my agent didn't say anything about the length. Still, it's good to see a link that agrees! Thanks TurkeyLurkey!
Hi, Angela. I'm afraid I have now gone up to 12,000 words. I think that's the limit for chapter books. I started writing my synopsis and that made me notice there was something missing, so I added another chapter. Gosh, you can re write for ever. I do.
The synopsis was harder than the book. LOL.
Trish.
The synopsis was harder than the book. LOL.
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I'm not too sure about that...
Writing a synopsis is hard, but I would never discredit how hard it is to write the book in the first place. So many people who want to write don't even get past page one out of fear they can't finish.
As the editing of my MG novel continues (Will it ever end?) I have to remind myself of the strides I've made.
1. I wrote a book. (However imperfect)
2. It has a plot. (After constant editing)
3. It's a story I believe in no matter what.
Hang in there. Having read your work in the past I know you're going to break through.
Hi, CJ. I know what you mean. I can’t believe I’ve actually finished a book. My last edit actually went over 12,000. I went a bit overboard with it. So I cut out the last chapter and started my next chapter book. I still keep editing the first finished one though. I can’t help it. I suppose everyone does that though.
With all the help I’ve had on Aw I managed to finish a 12,000 word chapter book that I can say that I love. (But I don’t want to read it anymore I’ll go nuts.)
I have re written the opening chapter about five times in the past week, trying to get it right before I submit it.
When I tried writing the query letter, I realized that there were missing parts, so I had to go and fix it. I couldn’t have done that without the help that I had in Query Letter & Synopsis SYW. It changed the way I write. That was like a whole course in writing. It totally changed the way I write. After having all the help with the query, it wasn’t too hard to write the synopsis. I just had to go and fix all the problems in the book first. Like POV and keeping the sentences short. It was an amazing experience. And I’m very grateful for the help I received.
Molly has packed her little bag and is nearly ready to send her story to agents. (Well nearly, just a little polish) You must be ready too CJ.
I can’t wait to finish this next book. It is something that came out of the blue at the end of the last one. I don’t know where it will take Molly.
Thanks for the encouragement CJ. Good Luck with yours too. I always loved Gabriel. Is your book ready yet?
Trish.
With all the help I’ve had on Aw I managed to finish a 12,000 word chapter book that I can say that I love. (But I don’t want to read it anymore I’ll go nuts.)
I have re written the opening chapter about five times in the past week, trying to get it right before I submit it.
When I tried writing the query letter, I realized that there were missing parts, so I had to go and fix it. I couldn’t have done that without the help that I had in Query Letter & Synopsis SYW. It changed the way I write. That was like a whole course in writing. It totally changed the way I write. After having all the help with the query, it wasn’t too hard to write the synopsis. I just had to go and fix all the problems in the book first. Like POV and keeping the sentences short. It was an amazing experience. And I’m very grateful for the help I received.
Molly has packed her little bag and is nearly ready to send her story to agents. (Well nearly, just a little polish) You must be ready too CJ.
I can’t wait to finish this next book. It is something that came out of the blue at the end of the last one. I don’t know where it will take Molly.
Thanks for the encouragement CJ. Good Luck with yours too. I always loved Gabriel. Is your book ready yet?
Trish.
I wrote a book. It has a plot.
I believe in it, no matter what!
As a PB writer (unpublished) and lover of rhyme, I couldn't resist this. Do you mind if I steal it to put on my fridge and remind me that I DO believe in my stories and should keep going??? It's a great thought - and something I quite agree that we tend to forget. I certainly do.
Symphony
