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 2-hour Workshop + Q&A With Savannah and Abigail (Replay)
Access to 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 questions from the audience. This is a replay of a live event.
FREE BONUS:
Savannah's Margin Notes On Chapter 11 "Quidditch"
You’ll also get my 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.
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!
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Frequently Asked Questions
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