I am author and regularly participates in writing workshops. Building a story is an excellent book to advise all aspiring authors but also experienced. It is easier to read than the reference book of Yves Lavandier: Dramaturgy, even if they complement (I also own). Finally, it has a very handy glossary. Construct a narrative will be my reference book for writing novels, for sure, because it is the most complete and the most interesting.