Your Book's Pacing Demystified: Story Pacing Techniques for Fiction Writers

Gain fluency in the most overlooked yet critical element of storytelling that makes readers stay up all night with your book—or put it down forever.

Poor pacing is the #1 reason readers abandon books, yet most writing courses barely touch on this essential craft element. In this comprehensive self-study course, renowned editor and author career expert Angela James reveals the professional pacing techniques that transform manuscripts from sluggish to unputdownable.

Why pacing makes or breaks your fiction:

• It determines whether readers feel compelled to turn pages or abandon your book
• It affects emotional impact, tension, and narrative momentum
• It influences agent and publisher decisions about manuscript acquisitions
• It shapes reader reviews and word-of-mouth recommendations

Drawing on decades of professional editing experience, this course provides a systematic approach to identifying, analyzing, and fixing pacing issues at every level of your manuscript.

This complete pacing course covers:

• Scene-level pacing techniques - Control the rhythm and flow within individual scenes for maximum impact
• Chapter structuring strategies - Create compelling chapter openings and endings that propel readers forward
• Narrative momentum builders - Maintain tension and interest across extended story sections
• Character development pacing - Balance character growth with plot advancement
• Professional pacing analysis - Identify and diagnose specific pacing problems with editor-level precision
• Comprehensive pacing workflow - Develop a systematic approach to pacing that you can apply to every book you write

Unlike general writing courses that mention pacing as an afterthought, this program makes it the central focus with practical, actionable techniques you can implement immediately.

What you'll learn from this self-study course:

• How professional editors and agents analyze pacing - See your manuscript through industry professionals' eyes
• The exact pacing fixes professional editors use - Apply proven solutions to common pacing problems
• A customizable pacing workflow - Create a systematic approach that works for your unique writing style
• Objective pacing evaluation methods - Move beyond subjective feedback to concrete diagnosis
• Revision strategies for specific pacing issues - Target your revisions with precision and confidence

Who this course is perfect for:

• Fiction writers struggling with feedback about "slow middles" or "dragging sections"
• Authors who want to elevate their craft from competent to compelling
• Writers preparing manuscripts for submission to agents or publishers
• Self-publishing authors seeking professional-level editing insights
• Experienced authors looking to streamline their revision process

What authors are saying:

"I owe everything author in me to AJ’s support of me and belief that I can do this—in addition to being an amazing editor." — Liv M., Fantasy/Paranormal Romance Author

"I haven't been this excited about writing in awhile. Best writing advice I can give...find an editor you trust who can give you the insight you need to move forward with your stories and help you improve your craft." — Edith Lalonde, Romantic Suspense Author

Pacing is the difference between a book readers can't put down and one they never finish. This course gives you the professional tools to ensure your stories fall into the first category.

Excel at the craft and art of story pacing with this comprehensive self-study course—and create page-turning fiction that keeps readers engaged from first page to last.