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  • Elements of Fiction Writing - Scene & Structure

    by Jack Bickham ...
    Series series Elements of Fiction Writing
    Craft your fiction with scene-by-scene flow, logic and readability.An imprisoned man receives an unexpected caller, after which "everything changed..."And the reader is hooked. But whether or not readers will stay on for the entire wild ride will depend on how well the writer structures the story, scene by scene.This book is your game plan for success. Using dozens of examples from his own work - ... Read more

    $11.99 USD

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  • Make a Scene Revised and Expanded Edition

    Writing a Powerful Story One Scene at a Time

    by Jordan Rosenfeld ...
    The definitive guide to writing scenes--now revised and expanded!Scenes are the building blocks for any work of fiction--the DNA sequence that makes a novel un-put-downable and unforgettable. When writers are able to craft effective, engaging scenes, they can develop a complete, cohesive story--and a mesmerizing experience for readers.Make a Scene Revised and Expanded Edition takes you step-by ... Read more

    $13.99 USD

  • Elements of Fiction Writing - Conflict and Suspense

    by James Scott Bell ...
    Ramp up the tension and keep your readers hooked! Inside you'll find everything you need to know to spice up your story, move your plot forward, and keep your readers turning pages. Expert thriller author and writing instructor James Scott Bell shows you how to craft scenes, create characters, and develop storylines that harness conflict and suspense to carry your story from the first word to the ... Read more

    $13.99 USD

  • Writing Plots With Drama, Depth & Heart: Nail Your Novel

    by Roz Morris ...
    Series series Nail Your Novel
    'Nail Your Novel is on my shortlist of indispensable writing books' - Lisa Cron, author of Wired For Story'Comprehensive, concise and packed with helpful tips for all writers' - Geri Ahearn, Amazon Vine reviewerWhat keeps a reader curious? It’s the story. You might have a dazzling prose voice and plausible characters, but if they don’t do anything, the reader is likely to lose interest.So where do ... Read more

    $5.88 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Hooked

    Write Fiction That Grabs Readers at Page One & Never Lets Them Go

    by Les Edgerton ...
    The road to rejection is paved with bad beginnings. Agents and editors agree: Improper story beginnings are the single biggest barrier to publication. Why? If a novel or short story has a bad beginning, then no one will keep reading. It's just that simple.In Hooked, author Les Edgerton draws on his experience as a successful fiction writer and teacher to help you overcome the weak openings that ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • Story Engineering

    by Larry Brooks ...
    What makes a good story or a screenplay great?The vast majority of writers begin the storytelling process with only a partial understanding where to begin. Some labor their entire lives without ever learning that successful stories are as dependent upon good engineering as they are artistry. But the truth is, unless you are master of the form, function and criteria of successful storytelling, ... Read more

    $13.99 USD

  • The Scene Book

    A Primer for the Fiction Writer

    by Sandra Scofield ...
    A treasure-trove of scene-writing wisdom from award-winning author and teacher Sandra ScofieldTo write a good scene, you have to know the following: Every scene has an EVENT Every scene has a FUNCTION in the narrative Every scene has a STRUCTURE: a beginning, middle, and end Every scene has a PULSEThe Scene Book is a fundamental guide to crafting more effective scenes in fiction. In clear, simple ... Read more

    $10.99 USD

  • Writing the Intimate Character

    Create Unique, Compelling Characters Through Mastery of Point of View

    by Jordan Rosenfeld ...
    Craft Vibrant Characters and an Intimate Reading ExperienceThe key to excellent fiction lies in its characters: the unforgettable protagonists, antagonists, and secondary characters who populate the world of your story. Understanding and effectively using point of view allows you to write a powerful narrative that draws readers in and engages them with characters in a meaningful way. Through a ... Read more

    $17.99 USD

  • Making It in Historical Fiction

    by Libbie Hawker ...
    The bestselling author of Take Off Your Pants!, the popular outlining guide for writers, is back with another how-to manual for those seeking to start a career in historical fiction.There’s no doubt that historical fiction is popular with readers. In fact, the genre is expanding all the time, gaining market share and influencing other media at a rapid pace. But the HF market has some peculiar ... Read more

    $5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Elements of Fiction Writing - Beginnings, Middles & Ends

    by Nancy Kress ...
    Get your stories off to a roaring start.Keep them tight and crisp throughout.Conclude them with a wallop.Is the story or novel you've been carrying around in your head the same one you see on the page? Or does the dialogue suddenly sound flat and predictable? Do the events seem to ramble?Translating a flash of inspiration into a compelling story requires careful crafting. The words you choose, how ... Read more

    $10.99 USD

  • 45 Master Characters, Revised Edition

    Mythic Models for Creating Original Characters

    by Victoria Lynn Schmidt ...
    Create unforgettable characters your readers will love!Want to make your characters and their stories more compelling, complex, and original than ever before? 45 Master Characters is here to help you explore the most common male and female archetypes--the mythic, cross-cultural models from which all characters originate.• Explore a wide variety of character profiles including heroes, villains, and ... Read more

    Was $13.99 USD Now $11.99 USD

  • Painless Promotion: Strategy

    A Simple System for Marketing Your Novel

    by Cathy Yardley ...
    Series series Rock Your Writing

    $4.99 USD