The fantasy fiction formula
by Deborah Chester
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There's more to writing a successful fantasy story than building a unique world or inventing new magic. How exactly is a plot put together? How do you know if your idea will support an entire novel? How do you grab reader attention and keep it? How do you create dynamic, multi-dimensional characters? What is viewpoint and do you handle it differently in urban fantasy than in traditional epics? What should you do if you're lost in the middle? How do you make your plot end up where you intend it to go? From the writing of strong, action-packed scenes to the handling of emotions, let award-winning fantasy author Deborah Chester guide you through the process of putting a book together. Convinced there's no need to shroud the writing process under a veil of mystery, Chester supplies tips that are both practical and proven. They are exactly what she uses in writing her own novels and what she teaches in her writing courses at the University of Oklahoma. Along with explaining story construction step by step, Chester illustrates each technique with examples drawn from both traditional and urban fantasy. The technique chapters include exercises to assist novices in mastering the craft of writing fantasy as well as suggestions for avoiding or solving plot problems. More experienced writers will find tips for taking their work to the next level. With an introduction by author Jim Butcher, The fantasy fiction formula provides the information you need to gain skill and proficiency in writing fantasy like a pro.
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Deborah Chester is the John Crain Presidential Professor at the University of Oklahoma, teaching Professional Writing
Manchester University Press
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- Publisher Manchester University Press
- Publication Date January 2099
- Orginal LanguageEnglish
- ISBN/Identifier 9781784992880 / 1784992887
- Publication Country or regionUnited Kingdom
- FormatHardback
- Primary Price 50 GBP
- Pages336
- ReadershipGeneral
- Publish StatusUnpublished
- Dimensions216 x 138 mm
- IllustrationLine drawings, black & white
- Biblio NotesForeword 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
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