The Fire in Fiction

How do widely published authors keep their stories burning hot? Readers learn how to supercharge every story with deep conviction and, conversely, turn fiery passion into an effective story. "The Fire in Fiction" shows not only how to write compelling stories filled with interesting settings and vivid characters, but how to do it over and over again. With examples drawn from current novels, this inspiring guide shows readers how to infuse writing with life.

ISBN	158297506X	Pages	272
ISBN13	9781582975061 (What's this?)	Volumes	1
Publisher	F&W Publications Inc	Weight (grammes)	376
Imprint	Writer's Digest Books	Published in	Ohio
Format	Paperback	Height (mm)	229
Publication date	01 May 2009	Width (mm)	152
Library of Congress	2008045800	Spine width (mm)	23
DEWEY	808.3	Academic level	General
DEWEY edition	DC22

		Introduction
		Status Seekers and Storytellers
		Playing With Fire
Ch. 1		Protagonists vs. Heroes
		Average Joes, Jane Does, and Dark Protagonists
		Cutting Heroes Down to Size
		Greatness
		Protagonists vs. Heroes
		Practical Tools
Ch. 2		Characters Who Matter
		Special
		Ordinary
		Antagonists
		Practical Tools
Ch. 3		Scenes That Can't Be Cut
		Outer and Inner Turning Points
		Dialogue
		Striding Forward, Falling Back
		First Lines, Last Lines
		The Tornado Effect
		Practical Tools
Ch. 4		The World of the Novel
		Linking Details and Emotions
		Measuring Change Over Time
		History is Personal
		Seeing Through Characters' Eyes
		Conjuring a Milieu
		Setting as a Character
		Practical Tools
Ch. 5		A Singular Voice
		Giving Characters Voice
		More...

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