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Crafting Your Plot

Author : Greg Mosse
Publisher : Guardian Books
ISBN 13 : 178356086X
Total Pages : 54 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (835 download)

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Download or read book Crafting Your Plot written by Greg Mosse and published by Guardian Books. This book was released on with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A basic plot is like a jack in the box – a simple mechanism with a predictable conclusion. A complex plot is like the mechanism of a watch – intricate, intriguing and satisfying to see in motion. ‘Crafting Your Plot’ is a masterclass in developing the plot for your novel. It provides expert advice on how to blend the ingredients of your story together to create a book that will hook the reader. Clear and practical with instruction, analysis, discussion points and exercises, it will show you the way to plot perfection. All in an hour. ‘Crafting Your Plot’ covers: + The balance between your main plot and subplots + Creating tight knots of incident and motivation + How new action begins to unravel those knots + Managing delay without losing focus + Revealing your main characters through action + Interconnections with your secondary characters + How minor characters enrich your imaginary world + Using character to intensify and complicate your plot + Understanding the final crescendo + Resolving all your plotlines in a unifying climax 60-Minute Masterclasses are expert ebooks that help you do more with your creative writing, journalism and entrepreneurship. Locking on to the stuff that you actually need to know, each title is a precise, practical pointer on the matters that matter most.

Writing Deep Scenes

Author : Martha Alderson
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1599638878
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (996 download)

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Book Synopsis Writing Deep Scenes by : Martha Alderson

Download or read book Writing Deep Scenes written by Martha Alderson and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2015-09-04 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take a Deep Dive into Plot and Scene and Improve Your Writing Whether you're planning your first novel or have already written a first draft, you need to master the concepts of plot and scene to truly realize your story's potential. Writing Deep Scenes teaches you how to write strong, layered, and engaging scenes--the secret to memorable, page-turning plots. It's filled with practical tools for building layers and nuance into your scenes, employing the right scene types at the right junctures, and developing a profound understanding of how plot and scene intertwine. Inside you'll learn: • How scenes are comprised of three key layers: action, emotion, and theme. • How to recognize each layer and weave them seamlessly into a scene. • How to develop an intricate relationship between the action and emotion in every scene. • How thematic imagery embedded in scenes increases a story's tension and contributes to the story's meaning. Using contemporary examples from a variety of genres, Writing Deep Scenes provides an effective method for plotting at the scene level. Use these techniques and enrich your fiction and memoirs with page-turning suspense and pathos, and explore new depths in every story you write.

Write Great Fiction - Plot & Structure

Author : James Scott Bell
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1582976848
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (829 download)

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Book Synopsis Write Great Fiction - Plot & Structure by : James Scott Bell

Download or read book Write Great Fiction - Plot & Structure written by James Scott Bell and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2004-09-22 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Craft an Engaging Plot How does plot influence story structure? What's the difference between plotting for commercial and literary fiction? How do you revise a plot or structure that's gone off course? With Write Great Fiction: Plot & Structure, you'll discover the answers to these questions and more. Award-winning author James Scott Bell offers clear, concise information that will help you create a believable and memorable plot, including: • Techniques for crafting strong beginnings, middles, and ends • Easy-to-understand plotting diagrams and charts • Brainstorming techniques for original plot ideas • Thought-provoking exercises at the end of each chapter • Story structure models and methods for all genres • Tips and tools for correcting common plot problems Filled with plot examples from popular novels, comprehensive checklists, and practical hands-on guidance, Write Great Fiction: Plot & Structure gives you the skills you need to approach plot and structure like an experienced pro.

Make a Scene

Author : Jordan Rosenfeld
Publisher : Writer's Digest Books
ISBN 13 : 9781582974798
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (747 download)

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Book Synopsis Make a Scene by : Jordan Rosenfeld

Download or read book Make a Scene written by Jordan Rosenfeld and published by Writer's Digest Books. This book was released on 2007-11-23 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Write Scenes that Move Your Story Forward In Make a Scene, author Jordan E. Rosenfeld takes you through the fundamentals of strong scene construction and explains how other essential fiction-writing techniques, such as character, plot, and dramatic tension, must function within the framework of individual scenes in order to provide substance and structure to the overall story. You'll learn how to: Craft an opening scene that hooks readers and foreshadows supporting scenes Develop various scene types - from the suspenseful to the dramatic to the contemplative - that are distinct and layered Tailor character and plot around specific scene types to better convey the nuances of your storyline Create resonating climactic and final scenes that stay with readers long after they've finished your work

Romance Your Brand: Building a Marketable Genre Fiction Series

Author : Zoe York
Publisher : Zoe York
ISBN 13 : 1926527887
Total Pages : 115 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (265 download)

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Book Synopsis Romance Your Brand: Building a Marketable Genre Fiction Series by : Zoe York

Download or read book Romance Your Brand: Building a Marketable Genre Fiction Series written by Zoe York and published by Zoe York. This book was released on 2019-12-24 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Genre fiction series are the bread and butter of mid-list writers. For many they make the difference between a writing dream and a writing career.” Zoe York/Ainsley Booth, USA Today and New York Times bestselling author For the first time ever in print, Zoe York breaks down how she plans a series—something she has done ten times over. Romance Your Brand is an adaptation of an intensive four-week course, now available to authors everywhere. This book covers: • high-concept pitches • world-building • taglines and blurbs • building a cast of characters • writing the first book in a series • finding comparable series • covers • how to write towards future marketing • and why ALL OF THE ABOVE should be considered before you write a single word

How to Write a Novel

Author : Nathan Bransford
Publisher : Nathan Bransford
ISBN 13 : 173414940X
Total Pages : 183 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (341 download)

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Book Synopsis How to Write a Novel by : Nathan Bransford

Download or read book How to Write a Novel written by Nathan Bransford and published by Nathan Bransford. This book was released on 2019-10-15 with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Author and former literary agent Nathan Bransford shares his secrets for creating killer plots, fleshing out your first ideas, crafting compelling characters, and staying sane in the process. Read the guide that New York Times bestselling author Ransom Riggs called "The best how-to-write-a-novel book I've read."

Writing Irresistible Kidlit

Author : Mary Kole
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1599635763
Total Pages : 305 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (996 download)

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Book Synopsis Writing Irresistible Kidlit by : Mary Kole

Download or read book Writing Irresistible Kidlit written by Mary Kole and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-12-04 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Captivate the hearts and minds of young adult readers! Writing for young adult (YA) and middle grade (MG) audiences isn't just "kid's stuff" anymore--it's kidlit! The YA and MG book markets are healthier and more robust than ever, and that means the competition is fiercer, too. In Writing Irresistible Kidlit, literary agent Mary Kole shares her expertise on writing novels for young adult and middle grade readers and teaches you how to: • Recognize the differences between middle grade and young adult audiences and how it impacts your writing. • Tailor your manuscript's tone, length, and content to your readership. • Avoid common mistakes and cliches that are prevalent in YA and MG fiction, in respect to characters, story ideas, plot structure and more. • Develop themes and ideas in your novel that will strike emotional chords. Mary Kole's candid commentary and insightful observations, as well as a collection of book excerpts and personal insights from bestselling authors and editors who specialize in the children's book market, are invaluable tools for your kidlit career. If you want the skills, techniques, and know-how you need to craft memorable stories for teens and tweens, Writing Irresistible Kidlit can give them to you.

Letters to the Lost

Author : Brigid Kemmerer
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 : 1681190087
Total Pages : 403 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (811 download)

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Book Synopsis Letters to the Lost by : Brigid Kemmerer

Download or read book Letters to the Lost written by Brigid Kemmerer and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2017-04-04 with total page 403 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: SSecret letters spark true love in this emotionally compelling romance from the New York Times bestselling author of A Curse So Dark and Lonely, Brigid Kemmerer. Juliet Young always writes letters to her mother, a world-traveling photojournalist. Even after her mother's death, she leaves letters at her grave. It's the only way Juliet can cope. Declan Murphy isn't the sort of guy you want to cross. In the midst of his court-ordered community service at the local cemetery, he's trying to escape the demons of his past. When Declan reads a haunting letter left beside a grave, he can't resist writing back. Soon, he's opening up to a perfect stranger, and their connection is immediate. But neither Declan nor Juliet knows that they're not actually strangers. When life at school interferes with their secret life of letters, sparks will fly as Juliet and Declan discover truths that might tear them apart.

Craft in the Real World

Author : Matthew Salesses
Publisher : Catapult
ISBN 13 : 1948226812
Total Pages : 139 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (482 download)

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Download or read book Craft in the Real World written by Matthew Salesses and published by Catapult. This book was released on 2021-01-19 with total page 139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This national bestseller is "a significant contribution to discussions of the art of fiction and a necessary challenge to received views about whose stories are told, how they are told and for whom they are intended" (Laila Lalami, The New York Times Book Review). The traditional writing workshop was established with white male writers in mind; what we call craft is informed by their cultural values. In this bold and original examination of elements of writing—including plot, character, conflict, structure, and believability—and aspects of workshop—including the silenced writer and the imagined reader—Matthew Salesses asks questions to invigorate these familiar concepts. He upends Western notions of how a story must progress. How can we rethink craft, and the teaching of it, to better reach writers with diverse backgrounds? How can we invite diverse storytelling traditions into literary spaces? Drawing from examples including One Thousand and One Nights, Curious George, Ursula K. Le Guin's A Wizard of Earthsea, and the Asian American classic No-No Boy, Salesses asks us to reimagine craft and the workshop. In the pages of exercises included here, teachers will find suggestions for building syllabi, grading, and introducing new methods to the classroom; students will find revision and editing guidance, as well as a new lens for reading their work. Salesses shows that we need to interrogate the lack of diversity at the core of published fiction: how we teach and write it. After all, as he reminds us, "When we write fiction, we write the world."

Show Me a Story

Author : Emily K. Neuburger
Publisher : Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN 13 : 1603428976
Total Pages : 153 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (34 download)

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Book Synopsis Show Me a Story by : Emily K. Neuburger

Download or read book Show Me a Story written by Emily K. Neuburger and published by Storey Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2012-08-29 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encouraging children to let their imagination run wild, Emily K. Neubinger offers 40 inventive projects and activities that will inspire kids ages 5 to 12 to express themselves through storytelling. Younger children will love making story stones and a storytelling jar, while older kids will open up and thrive as they embark on guided story walks and inspiring journaling exercises. Sparking creativity while developing a child’s love of language, Show Me a Story will kindle a lifelong passion for both writing and telling original stories.

Writing the Breakout Novel Workbook

Author : Donald Maass
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 158297263X
Total Pages : 241 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (829 download)

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Download or read book Writing the Breakout Novel Workbook written by Donald Maass and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2004-06-14 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make Your Novel Stand Out from the Crowd! Noted literary agent and author Donald Maass has done it again! His previous book, Writing the Breakout Novel, offered novelists of all skill levels and genres insider advice on how to make their books rise above the competition and succeed in a crowded marketplace. Now, building on the success of its predecessor, Writing the Breakout Novel Workbook calls that advice into action! This powerful book presents the patented techniques and writing exercises from Maass's popular writing workshops to offer novelists first-class instruction and practical guidance. You'll learn to develop and strengthen aspects of your prose with sections on: • Building plot layers • Creating inner conflict • Strengthening voice and point of view • Discovering and heightening larger-than-life character qualities • Strengthening theme • And much more! Maass also carefully dissects examples from real-life breakout novels so you'll lean how to read and analyze fiction like a writer. With authoritative instruction and hands-on workbook exercises, Writing the Breakout Novel Workbook is one of the most accessible novel-writing guides available. Set your work-in progress apart from the competition and write your own breakout novel today!

Demon

Author : Tosca Lee
Publisher : Quelle
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (97 download)

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Book Synopsis Demon by : Tosca Lee

Download or read book Demon written by Tosca Lee and published by Quelle. This book was released on 2024-07-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the author of the New York Times best-selling "Iscariot" comes an award-winning novel that poses the question: if a demon came up to you and offered to tell his story, would you listen? Clay's life has reached a standstill. Recently divorced, he spends his days drifting from his drab apartment to his equally lackluster job as an editor for a small Boston press and back again. His dreary routine has left him mired in a seemingly meaningless existence, until the night he meets Lucian - a demon - and everything changes. With the simple words, "I'm going to tell you my story, and you're going to write it down and publish it", Lucian catapults Clay's mundane life into turmoil. What begins as an intriguing mystery soon spirals into a chaotic obsession as Clay struggles to piece together Lucian's dark tale of love, ambition, and grace - only to discover the demon's story is strikingly similar to his own. And the only thing that matters now is finding out how the story ends ...--Publisher.

Plot MD

Author : Adrienne Bell
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781719177689
Total Pages : 228 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (776 download)

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Download or read book Plot MD written by Adrienne Bell and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-04-17 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What Makes A Story Compelling? Get your own personalized prescription for crafting a novel that hooks readers and never lets them go. Multi-published author, Adrienne Bell, takes you through the tools and concepts behind her acclaimed Plot MD system. No matter if you like to plan your novels out ahead of time or fly by the seat of your pants, you'll be given the hands-on tools to improve your storytelling during all stages of your process. Covering a comprehensive set of skills from pacing to creating character arcs, Plot MD is perfect for a wide range of popular and genre fiction. With this system you'll learn: - How to set, track and fulfill reader expectations. - How to create a relatable set of dilemmas that resonate with readers. - How to create a connected flow of action that pulls readers through any story. ...and much more Grab your copy and start turning your readers into superfans today!

DIY MFA

Author : Gabriela Pereira
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1599639343
Total Pages : 306 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (996 download)

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Book Synopsis DIY MFA by : Gabriela Pereira

Download or read book DIY MFA written by Gabriela Pereira and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-07-08 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get the Knowledge Without the College! You are a writer. You dream of sharing your words with the world, and you're willing to put in the hard work to achieve success. You may have even considered earning your MFA, but for whatever reason--tuition costs, the time commitment, or other responsibilities--you've never been able to do it. Or maybe you've been looking for a self-guided approach so you don't have to go back to school. This book is for you. DIY MFA is the do-it-yourself alternative to a Master of Fine Arts in creative writing. By combining the three main components of a traditional MFA--writing, reading, and community--it teaches you how to craft compelling stories, engage your readers, and publish your work. Inside you'll learn how to: • Set customized goals for writing and learning. • Generate ideas on demand. • Outline your book from beginning to end. • Breathe life into your characters. • Master point of view, voice, dialogue, and more. • Read with a "writer's eye" to emulate the techniques of others. • Network like a pro, get the most out of writing workshops, and submit your work successfully. Writing belongs to everyone--not only those who earn a degree. With DIY MFA, you can take charge of your writing, produce high-quality work, get published, and build a writing career.

Storycraft, Second Edition

Author : Jack Hart
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
ISBN 13 : 022673708X
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (267 download)

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Download or read book Storycraft, Second Edition written by Jack Hart and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2021-04-08 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jack Hart, master writing coach and former managing editor of the Oregonian, has guided several Pulitzer Prize–winning narratives to publication. Since its publication in 2011, his book Storycraft has become the definitive guide to crafting narrative nonfiction. This is the book to read to learn the art of storytelling as embodied in the work of writers such as David Grann, Mary Roach, Tracy Kidder, and John McPhee. In this new edition, Hart has expanded the book’s range to delve into podcasting and has incorporated new insights from recent research into storytelling and the brain. He has also added dozens of new examples that illustrate effective narrative nonfiction. This edition of Storycraft is also paired with Wordcraft, a new incarnation of Hart’s earlier book A Writer’s Coach, now also available from Chicago.

How to Write a Damn Good Thriller

Author : James N. Frey
Publisher : St. Martin's Press
ISBN 13 : 1429913630
Total Pages : 301 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (299 download)

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Download or read book How to Write a Damn Good Thriller written by James N. Frey and published by St. Martin's Press. This book was released on 2010-03-30 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A quick look at any fiction bestseller list reveals that thrillers make up most of the titles at the top. HOW TO WRITE A DAMN GOOD THRILLER will help the aspiring novelist or screenwriter to design, draft, write, and polish a thriller that is sure to grab readers. Frey uses examples from both books and movies and addresses the following hot topics: *Germinal ideas *Breathing life into great thriller characters *Crafting a gripping opening *Maintaining tension *Creating obstacles and conflicts *Writing a mean, lean thriller scene *Adding surprise twists *Building a smashing climax and many more. In his trademark approachable and humorous style, Frey illuminates the building blocks of great thrillers and gives the reader the tools to write his or her own.

The Art of Writing

Author : Bill Vincent
Publisher : RWG Publishing
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 81 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (156 download)

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Download or read book The Art of Writing written by Bill Vincent and published by RWG Publishing. This book was released on 2023-02-01 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Art of Writing: A Comprehensive Guide to Crafting Your Masterpiece" is an in-depth, comprehensive guide to writing. Written by experienced writers and editors, this book covers everything from world-building to revision techniques, offering a wealth of practical advice for crafting a memorable and engaging story. Whether you are just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this guide will provide you with the tools and insights you need to take your writing to the next level. One of the key features of the book is its focus on world-building. The chapters on building unique worlds, crafting effective descriptions, and writing compelling settings will give you the tools you need to create rich, immersive environments for your characters. Additionally, the chapters on dialogue, point of view, and voice will help you bring your characters to life, making them more relatable and memorable to your readers. The book also covers the more technical aspects of writing, including symbolism, metaphor, pacing, and tension. The chapters on conflict and action will help you keep your readers on the edge of their seats, while the chapters on endings and revisions will help you ensure that your story has a satisfying conclusion. The book also addresses common challenges faced by writers, such as writer's block, and provides strategies for overcoming them. In addition to the technical aspects of writing, "The Art of Writing" also focuses on the creative side of writing. The chapter on themes will help you create stories with depth and meaning, while the chapter on voice will help you find your own unique style. Finally, the book also covers the publishing and marketing process, giving you the tools you need to get your work out into the world. Whether you are looking to publish your work traditionally or self-publish, the chapters on the publishing process and marketing your book will provide you with the information you need to get your work into the hands of readers. With its in-depth, comprehensive coverage of all aspects of writing, "The Art of Writing: A Comprehensive Guide to Crafting Your Masterpiece" is an essential resource for any writer looking to improve their craft and take their writing to the next level."