"This engaging book helps readers understand how to write fiction, conveying this writing’s purpose, its essential elements, and all steps of the writing process. Each book also features a “Write Like a Pro” special feature, infographic, several “Did You Know?” facts, a table of contents, a reading comprehension quiz, a glossary, additional resources, and an index"--

Make Your Fiction Stories Instant Hits! Writing fiction is a fun and easy way to put your creativity skills to the test. Many people love fiction, and by writing it you can boost your creativity muscles and entertain listeners, and if your story is good enough, you may even be able to get published and makes lots of money. However, like any craft, fiction writing requires a great deal of practice and precision to create a story that will captivate...

Walks readers through the process of writing a fictional story. Examples, writing prompts, and checklist summaries help readers apply their knowledge effectively.

Robert Olen Butler, winner of the Pulitzer Prize in Fiction, teaches graduate fiction at Florida State University - his version of literary boot camp. In From Where You Dream, Butler reimagines the process of writing as emotional rather than intellectual, and tells writers how to achieve the dreamspace necessary for composing honest, inspired fiction. Proposing that fiction is the exploration of the human condition with yearning as its compass, Butler...

How do I begin my novel? How do I write convincing dialogue? Where can I get an idea for a story? How do I keep motivated? If youre a young writer, answers to these questions and more can be found in Writing Fiction: A Hands-On Guide for Teens. Written by a writer for writers, this book was created just for you by someone who believes in young writers and who also likes to have some fun along the way. Heres a sample of what youll find inside. Stuck...

You Can Write-Really! A Beginner's Guide to Writing Fiction Have you always wanted to write? Are you looking for an extra boost of motivation? Do you have a great story idea, but don't know how to develop it? If you've always dreamed of writing and getting published, but have no idea where or how to start-THIS is the book for you! You Can Write-Really! is an easy guide designed for beginner writers who need a boost of motivation and simple instructions...

"New York Times-bestselling author Peter Turchi examines how the more intricate mechanics of storytelling can create powerful effects. Using examples from a diverse array of voices such as Toni Morrison, Alice Munro, Adam Johnson, Mohsin Hamid, Rachel Cusk, Colson Whitehead, and Mark Twain, Turchi offers illuminating insights into the inner workings of great fiction and practical advice for writers looking to explore their craft from a fresh angle,...

This is the stress-free guide to writing your first novel like a pro! Learning how to write your first novel can be overwhelming. You have to master outlining, writing, revising, and so much more... and it can be scary if you've never done it before. While it seems daunting, writing your first novel is simple when you have someone experienced to help you through it. In this writer's guide, prolific writer M.L. Ronn shares an easy step-by-step process...

The one book a fiction or memoir writer needs, focusing on beginnings, character, dialogue, research, work habits, plot, memory, dealing with deeply personal material, and publishing.

Discover the tricks of the trade for writing compelling and concise fiction. Whether you've never written fiction before or are looking to brush up your skills and learn new techniques for crafting your words, this book gives you savvy advice on navigating the writing process.