There really is a secret to writing a book that young readers can't put down.

It's called Narrative Tension and, on July 20th, a true master of this technique will teach you exactly how to put it to work in every manuscript you write.


Here's a rejection letter no editor has ever written:

That's because of this simple truth:

Ask editors for their ideal manuscript submission, and you'll hear one thing again and again:

"I'm looking for a real page-turner. A book you simply can't put down."

Whether it's a picture book or a novel, the ability to write stories that engross readers and keep them glued to the page is absolutely indispensable.

But so few writers actually have that ability. That's because they don't know about the one technique that is designed specifically to create page-turning books:

Narrative Tension is the reason readers become engaged, relate to the protagonist, and wonder what will happen next.

Readers look for it, or they'll put the book down. Editors demand it in every manuscript they accept even nonfiction!

With more than 275 published fiction & nonfiction books to her credit — across multiple children's book categories —Lola M. Schaefer knows more about creating Narrative Tension than any writer we've ever met.

And on July 20th, for the first time, she reveals exactly how she creates it, sustains it and perfects it in every story she writes.

And how you can do the exact same thing.

We invite you to join us for:

The Secrets of Writing a Page-Turner

Mastering the Unstoppable Force of Narrative Tension

Your Instructor: Lola M. Schaefer

Lola M. Schaefer is the author of more than 275 books for children including picture books, easy readers, and school/library books.


A few of her many awards include: The Children’s Choice Book Award; Outstanding
Science Trade Book; The Charlotte Zolotow Honor Book and The Zena
Sutherland Picture Book Award.

When Lola is not at home researching her next book or writing, you might find her offering a keynote or
breakout session at a conference for librarians, teachers, or writers.

She and her husband live in the mountains of north Georgia.

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Wednesday, July 20th

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  • 7 pm (Central)
  • 8 pm (Eastern)
  • Lifetime On-Demand Replay


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Wednesday, July 20th (with lifetime on-demand replay):

Your opportunity to learn the essential skill of Narrative Tension from a true master of the technique.

On July 20th, join multiple award-winner Lola M. Schaefer for a 90 minute+ workshop that will reveal how any writer can master the essential skill of Narrative Tension.

In this comprehensive class you'll learn:

  • Precisely what Narrative Tension is, and why it's so essential.
  • How to use three key building blocks of Narrative Tension:

Anticipation
Uncertainty
Investment

  • How to build a plot specifically designed to incorporate Narrative Tension.
  • How to use the technique of Conflict Graphing to create the "Page Turner" effect.
  • How to master external conflict and internal conflict — and when to use each.
  • The 12 key elements Lola uses to build Narrative Tension.

In one powerful session, Lola will gently guide you into the world of Narrative Tension, and give you a skill that will have a profound impact on your ability to craft exciting, page-turning books!

You'll also get a detailed, comprehensive PDF handout to accompany the session that you can refer to while on your journey.

It's going to be an fabulous evening. So join us on July 20th (with next-day, on-demand replay).

Just a few of Lola's 275+ kidlit books:


This session is pure instruction, it's complete (nothing more to buy afterward) and nothing additional will be sold. 

Your purchase includes a PDF takeaway and lifetime access to the video replay.


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The cost for everything is just $47! Like any of our CBI Essentials Workshops, it will be among the best investments you make this year in developing your writing craft and career.

Please note — this special price is only for folks who register now. Once the class takes place and the recording is put up for sale to everyone else, the price will go up to $67. 

Even if you can't make it live, buying now will lock you in for the lifetime replay at this one-time-only price.

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