Deborah Chester Non-Fiction books in order

Deborah Chester Non-Fiction includes two books on fiction writing craft, The Fantasy Fiction Formula (2016) and Fiction Formula Plotting (2017).

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 The Fantasy Fiction Formula 2016 Deborah Chester Buy
2 Fiction Formula Plotting 2017 Deborah Chester Buy

Deborah Chester’s two non-fiction titles draw on her experience as both a prolific genre fiction author and a university writing instructor. The Fantasy Fiction Formula (2016) is a guide to writing fantasy fiction, covering the specific challenges and techniques of the genre. Fiction Formula Plotting (2017) takes a broader approach to the mechanics of plotting stories.

Both books reflect Chester’s practical approach to craft, built on decades of published work across multiple genres. For aspiring genre fiction writers, these books offer the perspective of someone who has successfully written romances, science fiction, and fantasy, understanding what makes each genre work.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Deborah Chester Non-Fiction series?

There are two books in the Deborah Chester Non-Fiction series, published between 2016 and 2017.

What is the first book in the Deborah Chester Non-Fiction series?

The first book in the Deborah Chester Non-Fiction series is The Fantasy Fiction Formula, published in 2016.

What do Deborah Chester's writing craft books cover?

The Fantasy Fiction Formula (2016) focuses specifically on writing fantasy fiction, covering worldbuilding, character development, and plot structure within the genre. Fiction Formula Plotting (2017) addresses plotting techniques more broadly. Both draw on Chester’s decades of experience as a published author and university writing instructor.

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