Plot & Structure
Techniques and Exercises for Crafting a Plot That Grips Readers from Start to Finish
by James Scott Bell
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Recommended by 2 sources and appears in Fiction Writing, Best Books on Writing, and Most Recommended Books.
Craft an Engaging PlotHow does plot influence story structure What's the difference between plotting for commercial and literary fiction How do you revise a plot or structure that's gone off courseWith "Write Great Fiction: Plot & Structure," you'll discover the answers to these questions and more. Awardwinning author James Scott Bell offers cl...
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Recommended by 2 sources and appears in Fiction Writing, Best Books on Writing, and Most Recommended Books.
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