Title, Structure & Blurb for debut novel

Dive: Artist - Writer (Novels)
Description: Writing full-length works of fiction
Level: Level 1
Level Requirements: Has a completed title, outline, & back cover blurb for a novel
Certified On: Sep 9, 2026

Editor’s Note: On all dive certifications, we try to edit the writing as little as possible to preserve authenticity, personality, and writing style. We typically fix spelling errors, but minimally modify grammar and sentence structure (just enough to ensure readability).

Name: Steve Bird Break Diving Level: Recruit Number of Certified Dives: 1 From: United Kingdom In: United Kingdom

1. When and Why Did You Decide to Pursue This Dive At This Level? What was your inspiration and motivation?

I decided to create my novel in November 2024, as I had toyed with the idea for several years prior and felt it could be an exciting new career path for me.

2. How Long Did It Take For You To Accomplish This Dive At This Level From The Day You Decided To Pursue It, And Why Did It Take That Long?

It took about a week to have the structure, title, and blurb created. It didn't take too long as many of the ideas had long been floating around in my head.

3. What Was The Hardest Part About Achieving This Particular Dive Level?

The hardest part was setting aside the time to sit down and actually start writing.

4. What Was The Easiest Part About Achieving This Particular Dive Level?

The easiest part was actually doing it once I had started. After finally putting pen to paper, everything began flowing.

5. What Is Your Advice For Someone Who Is Pursuing This Dive And Level?

Don't wait around for the perfect time to start. Make today the perfect time to start.

6. What Are Some Of The Best Resources You Recommend to Those Pursuing This Dive At This Level, And Why Do You Recommend Them? Please Include Relevant Weblinks, If Applicable.

Grammarly. It's free and it reduces the risk of you waffling and going off tangent.

Resource 1: Grammarly - A desktop plugin that checks your spelling and grammar and highlights issues with your writing, such as using unnecessary words

Resource 2: Google Maps - world map app that enables you to clearly visualise locations included in the project

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7. Tell Us A Story Of One Of Your Adventures While Pursuing This Dive (At This Level).

In the build-up to beginning the book, I visited the hometowns of many famous Horror writers, including Stephen King, Edgar Allan Poe, Washington Irving, and H.P. Lovecraft. This gave me a sense of their surroundings when they wrote their classics, while also giving me ideas of things I could incorporate into my own story. I even managed to include a nod to each in the book.

8. What Evidence Did You Submit to Prove You Met the Requirements for This Dive and Level?

The book is Called "A State Of Murder" and it focuses on a disgraced FBI Agent hunting a serial killer across the United States. After determining his pattern, it becomes a race against the clock to catch the killer before they complete their grizzly goal.

9. Will You Be Pursuing The Next Level For This Dive? If Yes, Why? If Not, Why Not?

Yes. Getting my book published and out in the world is my current primary goal.

10. What is the Break Diver's Creed?

No Rules. No Excuses. No Regrets.

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And having made this post, and provided adequate evidence to the dive committee, Steve Bird is now hereby certified by Break Diving, Inc. as: Artist - Writer (Novels) - Level 1. Congratulations ! Thank you for being an inspiration to others!

Certificate number: 1663

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