Writing Fiction: 12 Great Tips

by Catherine Elisabeth Shipp

Overview

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

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781632353245
Publisher:	12-Story Library
Publication date:	06/01/2016
Series:	Great Tips on Writing Series
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 8.70(h) x 0.20(d)
Lexile:	640L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

Table of Contents

Choose Realistic or Otherworldly 4

Use Your Personal Experience to Your Advantage 6

Avoid Using Clichés 8

Create Believable Characters 10

Determine Your Unique Point of View 12

Where on Earth Is Your Setting? 14

Work Out the Right Style and Tone 16

Put Together a Powerful Plot 18

Build Interesting Scenes 20

Establish Conflict 22

Write Strong Dialogue 24

Revise until Your Story Shines 26

Writer's Checklist 28

Glossary 30

For More Information 31

Index 32

About the Author 32