Description
Book SynopsisA guide to the nuts and bolts of fantasy writing that illustrates techniques with examples drawn from published fantasy fiction and offers plentiful drills and exercises to help students hone their writing skills.
Trade ReviewListen carefully to what Debbie has to say about telling stories, aspiring writer. She knows exactly what she's talking about.
Jim Butcher, New York Times bestselling author of The Dresden Files
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Table of ContentsForeword by Jim Butcher
Author preface
1. Formulating a story plan
2. Character design
3. Viewpoint
4. Dialogue
5. Scene structure
6. Scene conflict
7. Conflict maneuver
8. Ending scenes
9. Sequels
10. Dilemma and decision
11. Entering the dark dismal middle
12. Surviving the dark dismal middle
13. More dark dismal middle
14. Unmasking true nature
15. Pacing
16. Ending the story
17. Story climax
18. Writing the resolution
19. Revision methods
20. The road to publication
21. Final suggestions
Index
