Check Your Story Pulse: 7 Questions to Test the Heartbeat of Your Novel
A Talk by Karmen Spiljak (Story Allegiance)
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About this Talk
Every novel has a pulse, and when something feels off, it’s often because that rhythm is faint or uneven. Spotting that a story isn’t working is one thing; figuring out WHAT is not working is another. Whether you're building a new idea or wrestling with a revision, this workshop offers a clear, practical framework for checking the heart and bones of your story.
We’ll walk through seven focused questions that help uncover what’s strong, what’s shaky, and what needs attention—from character motivation to plot cohesion—so you can move forward with clarity and purpose.
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Karen Guyler lives vicariously through her smart women protagonists who she throws into impossible scrapes to save the world, their families, and themselves. She's taught a lot of people to do the same through adult education classes. She's the Community Manager for Indie Author Training.