WRITING FICTION
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- The Secret to Writing Fiction -- Just Do It!Personal essay about one writer's jump into the foreign and intimidating genre of fiction.
- Why A Writer Should Keep Writing FictionThis article highlights my experiences in the field of fiction, and how it has helped me writer a better non-fiction article.
- The Joys of Writing FictionWriting fiction can be a wonderful, up-lifting, enjoyable experience ... Here are some of the lessons I've learned about writing fiction.
- Asking Questions when Writing FictionIt has been said before, all stories start out with a question. This isn't only seen in fiction, but it helps most there. Readers want questions asked and, more importantly, answered. It furthers the narrative in many ways; this article tells you how.
- The Major Elements of Writing FictionWhen writing fiction, whether it be short stories or novels, there are a few major elements that make up your story, and a myriad of minor elements. The major elements of writing fiction can be summed up with very simple definitions.
Glimmer Train Guide to Writing FictionGlimmer Train is one of the better markets for up-and-coming short fiction writers. The editors have put together a compellation of interviews on the subject of writing along with a few essays.- Writing Fiction: Adverbs Be GoneWhen you first learned about adverbs in grade school, you probably practiced writing sentence such as, "Mary walked slowly." While this type of sentence gives information about how Mary walked, it has no place in writing professional-grade fiction.
Writing Fiction: Developing CharacterHaving strong characters is the most important part of writing fiction. Here are some tips to help develop complex characters for the perfect story.
How to Write Dialogue in FictionThere is a secret to writing realistic dialogue, but it's a secret that any writer can learn.- A Guide to Writing Fiction on TwitterTwitter, the popular social networking service, offers interesting possibilities for fiction writers. Here's what you need to know to get started.
- An Essay on Writing Fiction, Making it RealThis essay examines the need for verisimilitude in writing fiction and advice on how to create depth in a story.
- How to Write a Fiction NovelAn article outlining the do's and the don'ts when it comes to writing fiction
Writing when You Have Something to Say, Notes on the Craft of Writing and Getting PublishedThis article highlights something I was asked many times early in my career: Do I have anything to say in my writing? This is one of the more important questions a writer, whether freelance or aspiring, should ask themselves.- Writing Fiction with Surprise EndingsHow to write fiction that contains a surprise ending.
Writing, Multitasking and Earning a Living as a WriterAward-winning, prolific writer of 31 books, Margaret H. Bonham talks about nonfiction and fiction freelancing, and the realities of making a living.- What Website Writers Can Learn from a Famous Fiction WriterNovel writing may be different from website writing, but authors share similar travails. Here is an article based on Janet Evanovich's "How I Write", containing insights to improve your web writing craft.
- Writing the Five SensesDescription is important in creative writing, but we sometimes forget that description is not just visual. There are five senses, and a good writer can make use of them all.
- How to Brainstorm Character Ideas for Writing FictionWriting a story and need characters? Coming up with good personality ideas and characteristics can be difficult. Read these tips for brainstorming for good ideas for characters.
- Five Reasons to Discover Fiction WritingWrite fiction for fun. Write for the experience. Then success is bound to come. Positive ideas like that are the focus on this article, giving you a clear view on your chances as a fiction writer.
- Writing for RelaxationHere is a descriptive look into how writing can be a relaxing enjoyable activity and why.
- Gay and Lesbian Writing ConferencesGLBT authors benefit from a community of support. Here are gay and lesbian writing conferences for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender authors to consider.
- Defamation Legalities for a Fiction AuthorIf you are considering becoming an author of fiction, be certain you are familiar with the legal issues that may arise from character development and defamation allegations.
Reflections of True Literary Works of Art in FictionThis article deals with the art of writing and attributes which I believe a good writer should possess. This article is based on my own opinions grounded in my experience as a writer.- The Art of Writing as a BusinessBasic Information on making your Freelance Writing into a profitable Business. What goes in a Business Plan? How do you calculate how much you have to make an hour and more.
- How to Edit Your Own FictionIf you enjoy writing fiction, you know the creative high it gives. You feel like a free spirit--You get to create your own world, complete with you own characters and setting.
How to Write Effective Dialogue in FictionDialogue can be one of the trickiest elements in writing fiction. But knowing how to write effective and convincing dialogue is essential to being published. Here are some tips on how to write effective dialogue in fiction.
A Review of Samuel R. Delany's About WritingDelany, known for his novels Nova, Dhalgren, and Babel-17, now a professor, writes in this intensely entertaining work of non-fiction all the truths and lies a writer should know about before making the plunge into becoming a fiction writer.
Five Tips for Naming Your Characters in FictionNaming your characters when writing fiction can be both fun and frustrating. Some names come to you right away, even before you have any idea about the actual plot of your book. Others are peskier, more elusive. Here are five tips for naming your characters in fiction.
Do You Need to Cite Your Sources in a Work of Fiction?Although you are probably accustomed to citing your sources when you write non-fiction, some writers are often confused when it comes to writing fiction.- Writing Basics: Purpose and AudienceWith Google's new plan to change how and why websites get indexed, going back to the basics of writing may be a good idea.
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