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Turn lackluster plots into irresistible stories! When it comes to
writing bestsellers, it's all about the plot. But creating a
captivating storyline that mesmerizes your audience until the very
end is easier said than done. With thousands of engaging books on
the shelf, you'll need to set yours apart by developing unique
scenarios that leave readers wondering what happens next. In this
writing workbook, celebrated writing teacher and author Martha
Alderson covers everything from constructing spirited action and
compelling characters to establishing an unforgettable ending. She
also walks you through the development of a successful narrative
with exercises that: Help build suspense Incorporate effective
subplots Tie up all the loose ends Keep the reader turning pages
Filled with essential advice and writing exercises, /The Plot
Whisperer Workbook will quickly become your go-to guide for
crafting a tale worthy of the bestseller list!
Discover how to create stories that build suspense, reveal
character, and engage your audience with this ultimate guide to
writing. When it comes to writing bestsellers, it's all about the
plot. Trouble is, plot is where most writers fall down-but you
don't have to be one of them. With this book, you'll learn how to
create stories that build suspense, reveal character, and engage
readers-one scene at a time. Celebrated writing teacher and author
Martha Alderson has devised a plotting system that's as innovative
as it is easy to implement. With her foolproof blueprint, you'll
learn to devise a successful storyline for any genre. She shows how
to: -Use the power of the Universal Story -Create plot lines and
subplots that work together -Effectively use a scene tracker for
maximum impact -Insert energetic markers at the right points in
your story -Show character transformation at the book's climax This
is the ultimate guide for you to write page-turners that sell!
Daily exercises guaranteed to spark your writing! The Plot
Whisperer Book of Writing Prompts gives you the inspiration and
motivation you need to finish every one of your writing projects.
Written by celebrated writing teacher and author Martha Alderson,
this book guides you through each stage of the writing process,
from constructing compelling characters to establishing an
unforgettable ending. Alderson also helps you get into the habit of
writing creatively every day, with brand-new imaginative prompts,
such as: Create an obstacle that interferes with the protagonist's
goal and describe how that scene unfolds moment-by-moment. Provide
sensory details of the story world and what your main character is
doing at this very moment. Scan earlier scenes for examples of the
protagonist's chief character flaw and develop it. He or she will
need to overcome this flaw in order to achieve his or her ultimate
goal. Show an issue or situation in the main character's life that
needs attention and have him or her take the first step forward
toward a course of action. Filled with daily affirmations, plot
advice, and writing exercises, The Plot Whisperer Book of Writing
Prompts will set your projects in the right direction--and on their
way to the bestseller list!
Take a Deep Dive into Plot and Scene and Improve Your Writing
Whether you're planning your first novel or have already written a
first draft, you need to master the concepts of plot and scene to
truly realize your story's potential. Writing Deep Scenes teaches
you how to write strong, layered, and engaging scenes--the secret
to memorable, page-turning plots. It's filled with practical tools
for building layers and nuance into your scenes, employing the
right scene types at the right junctures, and developing a profound
understanding of how plot and scene intertwine. Inside you'll
learn: How scenes are comprised of three key layers: action,
emotion, and theme. How to recognize each layer and weave them
seamlessly into a scene. How to develop an intricate relationship
between the action and emotion in every scene. How thematic imagery
embedded in scenes increases a story's tension and contributes to
the story's meaning. Using contemporary examples from a variety of
genres, Writing Deep Scenes provides an effective method for
plotting at the scene level. Use these techniques and enrich your
fiction and memoirs with page-turning suspense and pathos, and
explore new depths in every story you write.
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