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Published on Feb 20, 2014 | 384 Pages
Featuring speculative fiction-writing exercises from Harlan Ellison (R), Piers Anthony, Ramsey Campbell, Jack Ketchum, screenwriters of The Twilight Zone and Star Trek: The Next Generation, and many more.
The fifth volume in the acclaimed Now Write! writing-guide series offers a full toolbox of advice and exercises for speculative fiction writers hoping to craft an engaging alternate reality, flesh out an enthralling fantasy quest, or dream up a bloodcurdling plot twist, including:
–Harlan Ellison (R), on crafting the perfect story title
–Jack Ketchum, on how economy of language helps create a truly frightening tale
–Piers Anthony, on making fantastical characters feel genuine and relatable
Among the other writers incluided are: Steven Barnes, Peter Briggs, David Brin, Sara B. Cooper, Brian James Freeman, Joe R. Lansdale, Bruce McAllister, Vonda N. McIntyre, William F. Nolan, Michael Reaves, Melissa Scott, Michael Dillon Scott, Vanessa Vaughn and others.
This collection of storytelling secrets from top genre writers—including winners of Nebula, Hugo, Edgar, and Bram Stoker awards—is essential for any writer looking to take a leap beyond the ordinary.
The fifth volume in the acclaimed Now Write! writing-guide series offers a full toolbox of advice and exercises for speculative fiction writers hoping to craft an engaging alternate reality, flesh out an enthralling fantasy quest, or dream up a bloodcurdling plot twist, including:
–Harlan Ellison (R), on crafting the perfect story title
–Jack Ketchum, on how economy of language helps create a truly frightening tale
–Piers Anthony, on making fantastical characters feel genuine and relatable
Among the other writers incluided are: Steven Barnes, Peter Briggs, David Brin, Sara B. Cooper, Brian James Freeman, Joe R. Lansdale, Bruce McAllister, Vonda N. McIntyre, William F. Nolan, Michael Reaves, Melissa Scott, Michael Dillon Scott, Vanessa Vaughn and others.
This collection of storytelling secrets from top genre writers—including winners of Nebula, Hugo, Edgar, and Bram Stoker awards—is essential for any writer looking to take a leap beyond the ordinary.
Author
Laurie Lamson
Laurie LamsonThe popular Now Write! creative writing series published by Tarcher was started by Laurie’s aunt, Sherry Ellis. Laurie served as Author/Editor or co-Author/Editor for three of the Now Write! anthologies – Screenwriting, Mysteries, and Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror. She created a similar compilation for actors: Now Act! Insight, Advice and Preparation Processes.With a filmmaking background, Laurie has written well over 100 produced film, video and audio scripts across education, marketing and entertainment. She brings a collaborative approach to story development consultation for production companies, their corporate and government clientele, and fellow writers and filmmakers. Sites: NowWrite.net / LaurieLamson.com
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