Larry Brooks

  • Larry Brooks is an author and writing instructor known for his expertise in story structure and planning.

  • He emphasizes the importance of understanding and implementing core storytelling competencies to create successful, publishable novels.

  • Brooks advocates for a structured approach to writing, often criticizing the "pantser" method of writing without a plan.

  • His teaching style is described as direct and sometimes confrontational, with a focus on commercial viability in fiction writing.

  • Brooks has written several books on the craft of writing and maintains a popular writing advice website.

  • His approach combines elements of traditional storytelling with a more analytical, "engineering" perspective on narrative construction.

Books by Larry Brooks