Do you want to write a novel, but aren't sure where to begin? This authoritative guide will show you how to start and develop your story, then bring it to a satisfying conclusion.Traditional, commercial or self-publishing: which is right for your novel? Cathie Hartigan and Margaret James are highly motivated, successful novelists and creative writing tutors. Between them, they have over thirty years of teaching experience for Writers News Home Study Division, The London School of Journalism and Exeter College. They are readers and judges for many international writing competitions and, with Sophie Duffy, are the founders and administrators of both The Exeter Novel Prize and The Exeter Story Prize - see www.creativewritingmatters.co.uk for more information about literary competitions and services to writers.