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- What Makes A Good Fiction Book? By: Diana Ennen
In fiction, the writer’s job is to entertain, to draw an emotional response from the reader. The reader is often looking for suspense, action, and to go on a journey they have not been on before, one they will not easily forget. Readers want to get drawn into and experience the story for themselves. They want characters they can relate to and form a personal connection with. But most importantly, they want a good book. One that leaves them anxiously awaiting each turn of the ...
Tags: fiction, fiction book, small pox, writing fiction, ebooks, smallpox, author, fan fiction
- The Ender Saga: A Noteworthy Science Fiction series By: Francesca Black
January 1985 marks the beginning of America’s love affair with Ender Wiggin. It was that month that Ender’s Game was published, becoming an instant blockbuster, and “probably the most popular science fiction novel published in the last twenty years” (John Kessel). The child prodigy and ultimate savior of the earth, Ender Wiggin, had appeared seven years earlier in a short story published in the science fiction magazine Analog.
Tags: science fiction
- Is Fan Fiction a Good Writing Practice? By: Kathryn Lively
Fan fiction is fun to write, but does it help a writer craft narrative and plot or does it hinder an aspiring author's personal progress?
Tags: writing, fiction, non-fiction, poetry, screenwriting
- Science Fiction Movie Reviews By: Francesca Black
Nothing beats a friday night at home, snuggled up on a coach with a bowl of popcorn watching Science Fiction Movies. Stop at your local video store and find a science fiction movie sure to get you thinking about what could have been or what might be. Here are some of the best all time science fiction movies.
Tags: science fiction
- Viewpoint Writing 2: How To Use Your Character's 'Voice' By: Steve Dempster
There are some simple rules to remember when writing form a character's viewpoint, yet many forget them. Here's a rundown of some to remember . . .
Tags: fiction writing, short story, viewpoint writing, fiction, fiction writer
- Writing: Fact Or Fiction? By: Steve Dempster
Nearly everyone who wants to be a writer looks at the fiction market as being the way to go - but another, vast market exists. What is it? Let's find out.
Tags: fiction writing, factual writing, short story writing, writing dialogue, writing advice
- Stranger Than Fiction By: Sharif Khan
I recently had the pleasure of watching Marc Forster’s film, Stranger Than Fiction, which I found to be a delightfully charming, intelligent comedy written by first-time screenwriter Zach Helm. I give it two guitars up. Way up. (Platonically speaking of course).
It’s about an uptight IRS agent, Harold Crick (Will Ferrell), who realizes that his mundane life is being narrated by the voice of a chain-smoking novelist played by Emma Thompson. The novelist is suffering from a ...
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- How to get new ideas for you non-fiction story? By: Kawekied
Imagine the next time you join a discussion about non-fiction writing. When you start sharing the fascinating non-fiction writing facts that it is never easy to write non-fiction story, and your friends will be absolutely amazed on what you have told them. The best time to learn about non-fiction writing is before you're in the thick of things. Wise readers will keep reading to earn some valuable non-fiction writing experience while it's still free.
Tags: non-fiction, idea for non-fiction, writing non-fiction
- Novel Writing - It's All In The Preparation! By: Steve Dempster
Despite all the competition, most new and aspiring authors want to write a novel. This article take s a quick look at some points to consider before you put pen to paper!
Tags: novel writing, novel writer, novel writers, fiction writer, fiction writing
- Three Key Points To Consider Before You Write That Book! By: Steve Dempster
According to recent surveys, over 70% of people questioned said they would like to write a book. This article touches on three key points that just might help them - and you - do just that!
Tags: novel writing, novel writer, novel writers, fiction writer, fiction writing
- The Backstory, Or: Just Where The Heck Does It All Start? By: Steve Dempster
If you have decided to write a novel, the story that exists within it extends way beyond the book itself. This 'backstory' is what helps give your book depth: here are a few points to keep in mind about the 'past' of the book you're writing.
Tags: novel writing, novel writer, novel writers, fiction writer, fiction writing
- If Failure Is A Dirty Word - It Pays To Know How To Clean It Up! By: Steve Dempster
The flip side of the success coin is failure. In our culture, failure has almost become a taboo subject - and yet failure simply means lack of success. Learning from failure to gain the success you want isn't magic - it's called planning. In writing this is crucial, so let's have a look at some pointers.
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- Novel Writing: Five Secrets Of Success By: Steve Dempster
Have you ever wondered, as you sit at your keyboard, if there are any secrets to successful novel writing? Well there are - and here are five of them. Remember these secrets and your novel writing will improve overnight!
Tags: novel writing, novel writer, novel writers, fiction writer, fiction writing
- Agents And Publishers - Who Do I Approach First? By: Steve Dempster
You may well think that the choice of approaching an agent or publisher is academic before you have even finished your book but nothing is further from the truth. This short article discusses the pros and cons of agents and publishers - and which one you should go for.
Tags: novel writing, novel writer, novel writers, fiction writer, fiction writing
- Taking the Next Step: Becoming a Published Book Writer By: Caterina Christakos
Learn what to do after your book is written. The publishing process explained.
Tags: writers, creative writing, fiction, writer guidelines
- Sherlock Holmes and Detective Fiction By: Chris Haycock
The role of Sherlock Holmes in early detective fiction.
Tags: Sherlock Holmes, detective, Detective Fiction, Detective books, Character, Creativity, Aut
- Science Fiction Writing - Ten Cliches to Avoid By: William Meikle
Adoption into the mainstream makes science fiction both easy to sell, and hard to write without seeming tired and cliched. Here are ten situations you should steer away from, and some variations to consider if you're determined to proceed.
Tags: Science Fiction, SF, Sci-Fi, writing, writer, Science Fiction Writer, Science Fiction writ
- Amateur Writers - Why Not Self-Publish? By: Kerry Finch
By having their own websites, writers are able to expand the reach of the writing by millions every day. Gone are the days when getting published meant struggling to get a book on a store shelf.
Tags: fiction writer, freelance writers, amateur writers, earn money by writing, writers website
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