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- Fiction Writing: Why I Love and Hate ItA personal pro and con list on fiction writing and why I think fiction writing is an excellent creative outlet.
Voices, Dialects & Gestures in Fiction WritingOne of the first things that a publisher looks for in a marketable manuscript is character development, which often has much to do with voices, dialects and gestures.- Fiction Writing ConsistencyOne of the most important aspects of preparing a manuscript for submission is to ensure everything you state more than once is consistent. Use a Consistency Style Sheet to ensure your manuscript stands out in the crowd.
Fiction Writing: Using Music to Fight Writer's BlockMusic inspires creativity and emotion, two essential elements of good fiction writing. Let music be your inspiration as you write your short story or novel! Here are a few tips on how to use music to help fight Writer's Block.
Fiction Writing No-no'sWhen an editor reviews a manuscript, some things just don't make sense. Here are five examples of what not to do in fiction writing. Here are five no-no's every fiction writer should know about.
Irish Father and Son Writing Team on Their Book, OrienteRomance, revolution and poison frogs - maybe the ideal ingredients for a successful movie. At least that's what father and son writing team David and Matthew Eastwood from Coleraine in Co. Londonderry, Northern Ireland are hoping with their latest book "Oriente".
Developing Plot: Fiction Writing Tips for the New AuthorDeveloping plot in fiction writing is paramount to the success of a good story. Good plot can keep the reader engaged and the story from seeming flat. These fiction writing plot tips are fun and easy!- Four Tips to Kick-Start Your Fiction Writing ProjectsAre you kicking around the idea of writing some fiction but just can't seem to get started? Here are a few suggestions to jump-start your fiction writing projects.
- Advanced Experimental Fiction Writing Class AvailableAn online Advanced Experimental Fiction Writing class begins Aug. 9th 2010, taught by Tantra Bensko, MFA. It goes for 10 weeks, with group interaction through discussions.
- What I Did with My Degree in Creative and Professional WritingA Creative and Professional Writing Degree sounds about as useful as an Underwater Basket Weaving Degree. However, the writing field offers plenty of opportunities if you just know what to look for.
Fiction Writing - Repetition - a Common Error Frowned on by EditorsRepetition in your writing is easy to produce - and easy to eliminate - provided you take the time to look at your work objectively and obey a few simple rules.- Fiction Writing: How to Write Your Character's ThoughtsIn quality fiction writing it is often important to tell what your character is thinking. The method you choose depends largely on the point of view of your story and the specific publication you are writing for.
Fiction Writing Contests Can Change Your LifeFiction writing contests can be scary. There is nothing to be afraid of by entering. Find out what a fiction writing contest is all about and why you should enter one.- 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.
- Fiction Writing - Where to Publish Your Short StoryLearning the basics of submitting your short fiction writing!
- Using Autobiographical Details in Fiction WritingSometimes, when we're working on a piece of fiction writing, we may realize that we don't quite believe the story ourselves-we don't need a reader to tell us that it's not working. One way to climb out of this quagmire is to use autobiographical details.
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- 15 Ways to Improve the Setting in Your Fiction WritingSetting is arguably one of the most important aspects of fiction writing because it makes the story real for your readers.
- Incorporating Sex in Your Fiction WritingMany best-selling novels (not just romance) include varying levels of sexual content. Even suspense novels and horror stories have sexual components between one or more characters, so you might want to think about incorporating sex in your fiction writing.
- How to Choose a Viewpoint Character for Your Fiction WritingThe viewpoint character in your fiction writing is the character through whom your story is told. It is his or her eyes and ears that shape your reader's sense of what is happening, and his or her feelings or opinions translate to your readers, as well.
- Serial Fiction Writing: The Ongoing PaycheckMany beginning freelance writers search for ways to earn an ongoing stream of income, which isn't always easy. Serial fiction writing, however, offers an opportunity for ongoing paychecks while allowing writers to explore their creativity.
- Unique Tips for Creating Memorable Characters in Your Fiction WritingOne of the first ways in which I judge a novel is the character development. If I don't care about the plight of the characters, why should I waste my time getting to page three hundred? Characters are the lifeblood of fiction writing.
- Choosing a Fiction Writing ContestFiction writing contests are always a lot of fun, but you can run into trouble. Choosing a fiction writing contest should be the result of research and careful consideration.
- Convey Tension Through Dialogue in Your Fiction WritingOne of the most important factors in fiction writing is tension, which is the sense of urgency the author creates.
- Incorporating Characters' Thoughts into Your Fiction WritingIf you ever stop to listen to your own internal monologue, you'll discover that your thoughts are almost overwhelming. Characters in fiction writing are no different, and sometimes you need to incorporate characters' thoughts into your stories.
- The Importance of Unity in Non-Fiction WritingIf you're thinking of breaking into the exciting field of non-fiction writing, then you've probably heard talk or read articles about the necessary development of a writer's style.
- The Writing Process: How to Write a NovelConcentration on the writing styles of six writers' from different writing genres, including technical writing, academic writing, and fiction writing. Comparisons are drawn from different writers' composition style and the steps to writing a book.
- Description in Fiction Writing: How Much is Enough?A talent for creating descriptive detail is a must for any fiction writer. You not only have to tell the reader what is happening to your characters, but you must be able to provide descriptions for their actions and surroundings.
- Inserting Political and Religious Views into Your Fiction WritingWe all have certain issues that get our hackles up-abortion, capital punishment, gun control, religious traditions-and writing is a form of personal expression.
- 7 Science Fiction Writing Projects for KidsTo get your kids writing, why not tap into their enjoyment of science fiction? From appreciating Harry Potter to loving Buzz Light-year, kids gravitate towards writing based on magic, space ships, aliens, and fantasy elements.
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