The Mystery Genre: It’s More than a Detective Story
A mystery is about getting to the truth of something, or a version of the truth that we can stomach. It’s what has held us captivated for years – this idea of truth. It’s why we’re drawn to Netflix documentaries like Making a Murderer or Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes. We want to know why […]
False Protagonist: What are They and How to Use Them
This quote by TV Tropes sums up the false protagonist beautifully: So you’ve got your hero. They practically have a giant neon sign over their head that says they’re a hero. It might be subtle, but it’s fairly obvious you’ve found the person who’ll save the day, get the girl/guy, and live a long and […]
How to Hook Readers with the First Sentence
We all know that first impressions matter. That’s why publishers and self-published authors alike put a lot of time and effort into designing brilliant book covers. It’s the first thing that draws your reader into your story. The second thing you need to worry about is your first sentence. There is a bit of a […]
How to Write a Novel: A No Nonsense Guide
Many of us have these ideas floating around in our heads that would make a good story. They could be real or imagined events, about real or imaginary people. We feel compelled to put those ideas, thoughts, and opinions onto a blank page and make them come to life in a novel. And if this […]
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