The Young Film Academy Podcast

Ollie George Clark — How to WRITE a NOVEL!!! From First Draft to Published Author

Young Film Academy Season 5 Episode 11

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Hosts Dan Allen and Ellen Thomas chat with Ollie George Clark, novelist and screenwriter, about the art, discipline, and challenges of writing fiction. From developing unforgettable characters to crafting compelling plots, Ollie shares what it really takes to turn an idea into his finished novel "Youngest Faircrest and the Search for a Sorcerer".

But HOW do you actually start writing a novel?

How do you build believable characters and keep readers hooked from the very first page?

What’s the publishing journey really like, from finishing your manuscript to seeing your book on the shelves?

From plotting and world-building to editing and finding your unique voice, Ollie reveals the creativity, persistence, and passion behind bringing a story to life.