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May 22, 2009

How To Write A Scary Story: Some Frightening Tips

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So you want to write a scary tale? Do you like things that go bump in the night? If so, you are in the right place. This article will give you some hair-raising tips on how to write a scary story.

The best place to start before writing a story or novel of any kind is to know the workings of that genre, in your case, horror. The perfect way to do this is to read the work of the horror masters. Read material from authors like Stephen King, Dean Koontz, and H.P. Lovecraft. Learn their styles, pacing, ideas, and etc. Doing this can be a truly invaluable resource! (more…)

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May 21, 2009

Some Ways To Expand Your Novel

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While it is true that one should never artificially inflate their novel, the truth is that most publishers expect a writer’s first novel to be at least 70,000 words (sometimes even more). If you can’t for the life of you get your novel to meet that goal, then you might want to reconsider your current project for another one. There are some ways to expand your novel, however, if you’re not too far off and all you think you need are some good ideas. (more…)

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An Introduction To Crafting The Novel Synopsis

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A lot of people have trouble when they are crafting the novel synopsis. This is especially true if the novel is very long, in which case it can be especially difficult to condense it into just a couple of pages. When it comes to sending in your work for publication or a literary agent, including a synopsis is essential. (more…)

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May 18, 2009

How To Write An Outline

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Outline is the general plan of the subject you want to present. It includes the topics and the subheadings and shows the order of the elaborated topics. The relevance among the various parts, as well as the importance of each one of them is also shown by the outline. A good outline can be the cornerstone of a good article or presentation, therefore creating it right is of significant importance. Here are some tips on how to write an outline for a thesis, article or presentation:
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How To Write A Short Story

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Many have thought about how to write a short story, and been surprised with how difficult in can actually be. When starting out, it is important to remember that there is no secret to writing. However, there are many hints and tips you can try, that will allow your creative juices to get flowing.
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May 14, 2009

Creative Bestselling Ideas For Writing A Book

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Most people like reading books and there are thousands of books on every topic out there. Like reading a book, writing a book also does not require any outstanding skills. Neither should you belong to William Shakespeare’s family. There are some interesting and good ideas for writing a book.
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May 13, 2009

How To Write A Novel: Tips For New Authors

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Have you decided that you want to write a novel? Most people who say that never finish. Would you like to be one of the few to really be true to your word?

First you need a good idea for your novel. This is called a plot, which is basically your storyline. Be creative! You can write about whatever you desire to! Regardless of the type of plot you have, there should always be some type of conflict for the main character. The end of the novel should provide the resolution of the problem. Don’t worry if you don’t have all the details lined out, a lot of it will fall into place as you write. (more…)

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May 10, 2009

How To Start Writing A Book In Your Free Time

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Do you have a great idea that you think would make a compelling book but don’t know how to start the writing process? Or, perhaps you suddenly have a lot of free time on your hands and would love to write a book but don’t have an idea? Whichever way it may be for you, it doesn’t have to be complicated to learn how to start writing a book in your free time.
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May 9, 2009

The Secret To A Good Kissing Scene In A Romance Novel

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Writing a kissing scene for a romance novel takes a touch of finesse and imagination and knowing a little secret. It can be fairly easy to write if you can mix in experience and talent. Talent on its own should come natural because if you are writing a novel then you obviously enjoy writing in general. Experience should also part of any writer’s life as the writer is most likely married or of dating age. (more…)

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Some Tips To Remember When Learning How To Write A Fantasy Novel

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Writing a fantasy novel can be complex but as most writers know, there are favorite genres among us all. Once in a while though, we can step out of our element and give a different type of writing a chance. Here are a few tips to remember when learning how to write a fantasy novel: (more…)

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