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The Writer's Study Guide: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Kindle Edition

by Savannah Gilbo (Author), Abigail Perry (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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J.K. Rowling's magical tale, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, has captivated millions of readers for decades, transporting them into a world where a young boy discovers he is not only a wizard but also the key to a larger, hidden world of magic. As Harry navigates the challenges of his new life at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, he uncovers secrets about his past and faces the ultimate test of courage and friendship. For writers, Rowling's work stands as an aspirational model of world-building and character development.

In her Story Grid Masterwork Analysis Guide, Savannah Gilbo meticulously dissects Rowling's captivating narrative. She breaks down each scene, revealing the intricacies of how Rowling weaves together themes of bravery, loyalty, and the hero's journey in a way that resonates deeply with readers of all ages. Gilbo highlights the essential elements that make Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone a masterwork of storytelling, providing invaluable insights for writers aiming to craft their own tales of adventure and self-discovery.

For aspiring authors and fans of the series alike, this guide offers a comprehensive look at the narrative structure and storytelling techniques that make Harry's first year at Hogwarts an unforgettable and enduring classic.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Story Grid Publishing LLC (July 31, 2024)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 31, 2024
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Savannah Gilbo is a developmental editor and book coach who helps fiction authors write, edit, and publish stories that work. She’s also the host of the top-rated Fiction Writing Made Easy Podcast, where she delivers weekly episodes full of simple, actionable, and step-by-step strategies that you can implement in your writing right away. When she’s not busy crafting her own stories, you can find Savannah curled up with a good book, a cozy blanket, and her three perfect puppies.

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Customers find this study guide to be a brilliant resource for understanding story craft, breaking complex ideas down into understandable chunks and breaking down each scene of the novel. They describe the book as a delightful and unforgettable reading experience.

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If you're a writer - buy this book!
What a delightful and practical book - loved it! This analysis is exactly the kind of resource that a writer needs to help them structure their own novel. Savannah does all of the hard work of deconstructing each scene, showing us exactly how this became a story millions of readers adore. My favorite part are the 'Notes' at the end of each section, with fun details and further exploration of the themes and character arcs. Will you get a thorough, super specific nerdy analysis of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone? YES. Will you also get a detailed structure for crafting your own standout story? YES! A must for writers and HP lovers alike.
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  • Mama2Gems
    5.0 out of 5 stars Enlightening and informative
    Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2024
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    I have enjoyed Savannah Gilbo's insights on storytelling for a few years now, and am familiar with the Story Grid method. As both a fan of the writing craft and the Harry Potter stories, I was eager to read her Study Guide on the first book in the Harry Potter series. I love pulling back the curtain to learn how my favorite stories and scenes are created. This book does just that, and it is fascinating to see. If you, like me, enjoy a behind the scenes glimpse of how tales are brought to life, or need a unique gift for the writer or Harry Potter fan in your life, this fits the bill.

    Brief Synopsis: For aspiring authors and fans of the series alike, this guide offers a comprehensive look at the narrative structure and storytelling techniques that make Harry's first year at Hogwarts an unforgettable and enduring classic.
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  • John Lammers
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great information on scene writing, regardless of whether you're a story grid person
    Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2024
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    You don't have to be into Story Grid to get a lot from the scene analysis techniques in this book. I like Savannah's way of describing the Story Grid concepts better than anyone's. The bulk of the book is devoted to a scene-by-scene analysis, and I can almost feel people getting impatient with doing the same thing over and over, but it's practice. You get to see the concepts applied to each scene of a familiar work, encountering slightly different questions of how to apply it in each, giving you (or me, at least) a better understanding than one can get from just a couple examples. Definitely gave me a lot to think about in terms of the elements of a scene.
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  • Connor
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Terrific Guide for Understanding Story Craft
    Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2024
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    I bought a digital copy and ended up receiving a physical autographed copy as well from Savannah thanks to a give away. So I've been taking double the notes!
    I've always used Harry Potter as an example when learning new outlining methods and other aspects of story crafting because it's so easily accessible. Even when I was learning "Save the Cat" I immediately needed to know, "What does that look like with Harry Potter? Where do the pieces of the story fall?"
    So I knew I had to have this book as soon as I heard about it on Savannah's podcast.
    This book along with the digital resources available with it have already moved my writing along tremendously. I have learned so much in such a short time, I'm almost scared how well my story is coming to life.

    Highly recommend this to any writer, but especially if you find the Harry Potter series easy to work with as an example. It just makes s e n s e.
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  • jenniferscifi
    5.0 out of 5 stars If you're a writer - buy this book!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2024
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    What a delightful and practical book - loved it! This analysis is exactly the kind of resource that a writer needs to help them structure their own novel. Savannah does all of the hard work of deconstructing each scene, showing us exactly how this became a story millions of readers adore. My favorite part are the 'Notes' at the end of each section, with fun details and further exploration of the themes and character arcs. Will you get a thorough, super specific nerdy analysis of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone? YES. Will you also get a detailed structure for crafting your own standout story? YES! A must for writers and HP lovers alike.
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    If you're a writer - buy this book!

    Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2024
    What a delightful and practical book - loved it! This analysis is exactly the kind of resource that a writer needs to help them structure their own novel. Savannah does all of the hard work of deconstructing each scene, showing us exactly how this became a story millions of readers adore. My favorite part are the 'Notes' at the end of each section, with fun details and further exploration of the themes and character arcs. Will you get a thorough, super specific nerdy analysis of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone? YES. Will you also get a detailed structure for crafting your own standout story? YES! A must for writers and HP lovers alike.
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  • Leigh Ann
    5.0 out of 5 stars Invaluable resource for writers of all genres
    Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2024
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    When you're engrossed in a book as magical as "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone," you don't often think about the craft behind it. Savannah Gilbo's "The Writer's Study Guide" unlocks this magic.

    As a new author working on my second novel, I found this guide to be an indispensable resource. It provides clear, easy-to-follow steps that have boosted my confidence in crafting complete, engaging scenes. The practical advice on pacing, world-building, and avoiding info-dumps is applicable to any fiction genre, not just fantasy.

    I highly recommend this book to both aspiring and published authors. Whether you're writing your first novel or your tenth, Gilbo's insights will elevate your storytelling and help you create compelling narratives. Add this guide to your resource library—it's a game-changer for writers aiming to master their craft.
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  • Cheryl
    5.0 out of 5 stars Valuable insights into the art of storytelling!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2024
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    Savannah Gilbo's analysis of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone offers valuable insights into the art of storytelling. Through the lens of the Story Grid Universe, Savannah breaks down the story structure into its underlying elements and shows how they are woven together to make a compelling and satisfying experience for the story's readers. Not only does Savannah lay out the roadmap for writing an Action story that works, but she goes on to show in detail, scene by scene, how J. K. Rowling navigated that game plan to delight readers with what has become a timeless classic. Bravo!
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  • Christina Frøkjær
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great tool for writers
    Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2024
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    This guide is an absolute game-changer for writers. Whether you're struggling to grasp story structure or simply can't pinpoint what makes a novel truly captivating, this book provides invaluable insights.

    The standout feature is the in-depth scene-by-scene breakdown of a complete novel. It's one thing to learn about storytelling components; it's another to witness them in action from start to finish. This practical approach is a masterclass in understanding and applying story structure to your writing. It's also an exceptional tool for honing your critical analysis skills.

    I've already gained immense knowledge from this guide and can't recommend it highly enough. I eagerly await the analysis of other novels in the series.
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  • Lisa B
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great and Helpful Guide
    Reviewed in Australia on March 8, 2025
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    Fantastic and in-depth guide to the first book in the Harry Potter series. I highly recommend this for anyone trying to learn the art of plotting and pacing adventure and/or thriller books.
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  • Devon
    5.0 out of 5 stars Indepth, clear analysis of HPSS
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 31, 2024
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    Excellant analysis of examples of world building, plots, catalysts, characters etc., for creative writing teaching or self study.
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  • P Edouard
    5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful Guide for any writer
    Reviewed in Canada on November 2, 2024
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    Savanah Gilbho’s podcast about writing is filled with valuable and actionable information and so is her book. If you’re writing in the action genre (or any other) this book is a must.
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  • Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Invaluable and essential writer's tool!
    Reviewed in Australia on August 1, 2024
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    This is a must have tool for writers looking to understand story structure or for those who can’t explain why this story is so compelling and want to know the ingredients that made it so.

    The absolute goldmine of this guide is the scene by scene breakdown and storytelling analysis for the entire book. It’s one thing to be told the components of a scene, but to actually see it in action for a novel beginning to end is where you truly learn and understand how to do this for your own writing, as well as how to critically analyse other stories. This alone makes it an invaluable and essential tool for writers learning story structure and applying the practice to their own WIP.

    I have already learned so much and can’t recommend this enough - I am impatiently waiting for masterwork guides of the entire series.
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  • Pandora88
    5.0 out of 5 stars Secret Story Short-cuts
    Reviewed in Canada on July 31, 2024
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    When I first read Harry Potter, I did it for pleasure. But if you are a writer, this guide can help you navigate the ins and outs of piecing a novel together. Savannah spills the secrets of World Building, Character Development, Plots and Scene Structure so that if you’re in need of a short-cut as to why your novel is (or is not) working, this guide could be your answer. Although I got an advanced copy, I still bought the book. Great insights!
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