Alumni Know: How to write a novel

Carolyn Mills (BA '00) spends her days in the classroom, teaching  grade seven. But she's also an award-winning writer and author of two books. Her picture book, The Little Boy Who Lived Down the Drain , was published in 2017. And as of March 2021, you can find her debut novel, The Good Son , on library and store bookshelves. If you're an aspiring author, or just love reading fiction, Plus, keep scrolling for Carolyn's 10 tips for aspiring novelists and her favourite books on writing. Make time to write (commit to it, prioritize it, schedule it) Study the craft (through workshops, books about writing, blogs, classes, podcasts) Find other writers (Twitter and writing groups can offer motivation, support, advice, information, resources, community) Put your work out there (through story competitions, workshops, etc. Learn about the industry and publishing options (i.e.