Hi Writers,
We are nearing the finish line for OctoPrep. I hope everything is on target to get started. We start in less than two days. Are you feeling ready?

Today our focus is on:
Oct. 30: - General: Market Definition and Narrative Voice Synopsis ▼
(1) Identify your story type from this list of story types or define it with your own nomenclature.
(2) Describe your target audience. Identify a demographic profile of your ideal reader (try using your character profile template!) Explain in detail what aspects of your novel will appeal to this particular audience and why. Please read this blog post to understand the importance of marketing, and why targeting "mass appeal" or "all readers" isn't good enough: "Building Your Brand"
(3) Write a synopsis of your novel using the same narrative voice you will use to tell the story.


Only spend 15 minutes delving into this world. It’s good to have an idea of what you have in mind for 1 and 2, but don’t get bogged down with it.

It’s interesting to consider all the story types that are listed.

Here’s wee video on Building your brand:


Third component you can delve into is the story synopsis using your narrative voice. You are essentially telling yourself the story. I am including a video just in case you want more information, but remember you are writing this for you. Remember, for now no one else needs to see it.



Happy prepping. Feel free to ask questions if they come up.

Carly