The Magic of Fiction
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The prospect of writing a novel can seem daunting, but writing, revising, and editing fiction don't have to be headache-inducing tasks.In The Magic of Fiction, editor Beth Hill helps you master the ins and outs of writing fiction. Learn how to create stronger first drafts to streamline the revision process later. Learn how to work and rework the fiction elements. And learn how to self-edit your stories whether you intend to self-publish or plan to submit your manuscript to an agent or publisher, whether you're a first-time novelist or a many-times-published author.This book is your comprehensive guide to crafting fiction. It’s the perfect resource for writers planning to self-publish, authors looking for an edge for their manuscript submissions, and freelance fiction editors looking for a handbook on the craft. Students and educators will also benefit from having specifics about writing and editing in one book.The Magic of Fiction addresses all aspects of writing and editing, from the mechanics to story issues to style concerns. In it you'll find tips, explanations, suggestions, examples, and a boatload of questions to guide your writing and editing.This guide includes:A comprehensive editing checklistFixes for common writing mistakesSpecifics for punctuation in dialogueTips for putting setting to work for your fictionRecommendations for strengthening plot, character, and dialogueSuggestions for editing for the readerHelp for writing to genre conventionsTips for word choicesA guide for editing approaches and much more.Why you need this book:Every fiction writer should be equipped to not only write well, but to rewrite and self-edit. There are books designed to help you write a novel, books to help you revise, and books to help you with the nitty-gritty of punctuation and grammar. The Magic of Fiction brings all these elements together in a single friendly, easy-to-digest, and comprehensive resourc
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