The 2026 Novel Writing Tools Bundle - Curated by Kevin J. Anderson:
Click here to go straight to the Storybundle and get the books. Read on for the details.
It's autumn. The temperature is dropping, the leaves are turning; you pull out the soup, stew, and chile recipes. And it's time to get ready for cozy hours of writing, maybe even write a novel in a month, if you're up to the challenge.
Each year, I put together a Writing Tools StoryBundle packed with helpful books on writing craft, business, career planning, productivity, and mindset. We'll get you fired up for your writing from many different directions.
This year's big Writing Tools StoryBundle has 15 books, a treasure trove of advice and expert guidance to improve your technique, your output, your income, and your satisfaction.
To find out more about the 15 books (and there are TWO StoryBundle Exclusives) in this bundle, click here, and make sure to click on each cover for a synopsis, reviews and preview of each book!
- The Author Stuck List by Becca Syme
- Block Busters! by C. Michelle Jefferies
- The Artisan Author by Johnny B. Truant
BONUS BOOKS
- Professional Storyteller Bundle by Blaze Ward and Leah R Cutter
- Release Strategies by Craig Martelle
- The Romance Novel Blueprin0t by Erin M. Brown
- Page Turner Pacing by Ines Johnson
- Writing as a Team Sport by Kevin J. Anderson and Rebecca Moesta
- The Coffee Break Novelist by Kevin McLaughlin
- Sweeter than Silence by Viphoria
- Write Fearless Edit Smart Get Published by Lisa Mangum
- Managing Your Inner Artist / Writer by M.L. Buchman
- Publishing Aggressively Wide by Mark Leslie Lefebvre
- The Jazz Sessions by Martin L. Shoemaker
- Sawyer on Science Fiction by Robert J. Sawyer
HOW IT WORKS
- Support awesome authors by paying however much you think their work is worth!
- Pay at least $30 to unlock another 12 bonus books, for a total of 15, and there are TWO StoryBundle Exclusives!
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Read all our books on just about any tablet, ereader, laptop or
even your smartphone.
SELECTED REVIEWS
Sawyer on Science Fiction by Robert J. Sawyer
"Incisive and often startlingly frank views on writing, publishing, and human shenanigans past, present, and future."
– Amazing StoriesThe Jazz Sessions by Martin L. Shoemaker
"Martin's ability to teach writing concepts is unlike anyone's I've ever met. I took pages of notes and for someone who attended a lot of writing conferences in the past and thought she heard it all, this was a pleasant surprise- and humbling! Martins mix of information, humor and stories are interbreed with his extensive knowledge and understanding not just of how to write a dang good story, but of the industry as well. So being informative and entertaining was a perfect fit for my adhd brain. Oh to be that talented. Well this book will get you several steps closer to the talent you'd like to pursue. There are only a few places I'd send aspiring authors to learn from, most of the greatest have passed on- but Martin Shoemaker is high on that short list to learn from. Not only do I recommend Martin to new authors, but to my long term author friends as well. Buy this book, you won't be disappointed."
– Bex MayPublishing Aggressively Wide by Mark Leslie Lefebvre
"The book is everything I expected and more. Written in a conversational tone, the book can be consumed cover to cover or by subject matter/topic. There is a wealth of information inside, some of which validates what I figured out on my own, but all of which will be helpful as I make my way along the WIDE journey. I like that the author explains his reasoning for his opinions as well as sharing what worked or didn't work for him, thus allowing readers to decide for themselves how to proceed on their own journey. As Mark says: there are no silver bullets to success, but this chock-full-of-knowledge book provides a strong foundation to give authors a fighting chance in the world of publishing WIDE. I'd give this ten stars if I could."
– Linda Shenton MatchettManaging Your Inner Artist / Writer by M.L. Buchman
"Great book that shows how to get your business side and creative side working together!"
– Tonya PriceWrite Fearless Edit Smart Get Published by Lisa Mangum
"Enough nuggets of wisdom on editing and finding an agent to make it worth aspiring novelists' time."
– Publishers WeeklySweeter than Silence by Viphoria
"Nourishing to my whole persona as an artist."
– Drew Nichols, Broadway pianist and orchestral composerThe Coffee Break Novelist by Kevin McLaughlin
"Fantastic book! I enjoyed that he called out 4thewords for being a huge help to authors. I'm one for scheduling my day (and finding lack of time) but the author challenges another method I'll be trying tomorrow; Jotting down everything I'm doing in thirty minute blocks to see where I'm wasting time. I can already tell it will be telling! Great book through and through."
– Reader reviewThe Artisan Author by Johnny B. Truant
"Art over algorithms, soul over speed. Johnny provides encouragement for indie authors who want to make a living on passion, not pace, and a practical roadmap for focusing on delivering high value books to true fans."
– Joanna Penn, The Creative PennThe Romance Novel Blueprint by Erin M. Brown
"In The Romance Novel Blueprint, Erin Brown puts the romance genre under a microscope and offers a detailed and useful analysis of exactly what makes a romance novel tick. Highly recommended for any writer."
– New York Times bestselling author Kevin J. Anderson, coauthor of Dune: House AtreidesRelease Strategies by Craig Martelle
"After 70 books and their associated publishing, I still found information in this volume that I could put to use to improve the re-release of an old series. It moved the needle."
– Diane Capri, New York Times Bestselling AuthorBlock Busters! by C. Michelle Jefferies
"This is a great resource for any writer experiencing any type of block."
– Janet LottThe Author Stuck List by Becca Syme
"I took comfort when my particular stucks were revealed showing I was not the only person who struggles with them."
– Amazon Customer