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Writing Better Fiction: Craft Tips From Some of Canada's Best Writers and Editors

Robert J. Sawyer

Writing fiction isn't easy.
The 26 writers and editors-and one writing group-who contributed to this book know exactly how difficult it can be. They've seen the challenges and found the solutions, and they are here to share their hard-won lessons with you. From getting started to choosing a point of view, to adding resonance, crafting an unforgettable villain, advanced editing techniques, and more, Writing Better Fiction has something for writers at every level.
Topics include:
  • Dealing with the blank page
  • Surface problems and story-worthy problems
  • Understanding point of view
  • Villains and conflict
  • Writer's block
  • Writing stronger scenes
  • Effective dialogue
  • Give your writing resonance with elemental tales
  • Three steps to move from telling to showing
And much more.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Independently Published
  • Publish Date: Jul 31st, 2019
  • Pages: 274
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 8.50in - 5.51in - 0.58in - 0.71lb
  • EAN: 9781086454246
  • Categories: Writing - General