How to Write a Damn Good Mystery: A Practical Step-by-Step Guide from Inspiration to Finished Manuscript
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Book Synopsis: Edgar award nominee James N. Frey, author of the internationally best-selling books on the craft of writing, How to Write a Damn Good Novel, How to Write a Damn Good Novel II: Advanced Techniques, and The Key: How to Write Damn Good Fiction Using the Power of Myth, has now written what is certain to become the standard "how to" book for mystery writing, How to Write a Damn Good Mystery.
Frey urges writers to aim high—not to try to write a good-enough-to-get-published mystery, but a damn good mystery. A damn good mystery is first a dramatic novel, Frey insists—a dramatic novel with living, breathing characters—and he shows his readers how to create a living, breathing, believable character who will be clever and resourceful, willful and resolute, and will be what Frey calls "the author of the plot behind the plot."
Frey then shows, in his well-known, entertaining, and accessible (and often humorous) style, how the characters—the entire ensemble, including the murderer, the detective, the authorities, the victims, the suspects, the witnesses, and the bystanders—create a complete and coherent world.
Exploring both the on-stage action and the behind-the-scenes intrigue, Frey shows prospective writers how to build a fleshed-out, believable, and logical world. He shows them exactly which parts of that world show up in the pages of a damn good mystery—and which parts are held back just long enough to keep the reader guessing.
This is an indispensable step-by-step guide for anyone who's ever dreamed of writing a damn good mystery.
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Are you ready to unlock the secrets of creating a damn good mystery? Look no further than "How to Write a Damn Good Mystery: A Practical Step-by-Step Guide from Inspiration to Finished Manuscript". In this groundbreaking book, Edgar award nominee James N. Frey, renowned author of best-selling novels on the craft of writing, reveals the formula for crafting a mystery that will captivate readers. No more settling for average - it's time to aim high and write a damn good mystery that will leave readers begging for more.
Frey emphasizes the importance of developing living, breathing characters that drive the narrative. In this guide, you'll discover how to create characters who are not only clever and resourceful, but also deeply human and relatable. These characters become the architects of the plot, weaving a web of intrigue and suspense that keeps readers glued to the pages. Frey's entertaining and accessible writing style will guide you through the process, providing invaluable insights and tips to help you bring your characters to life.
But creating an engrossing mystery involves more than just compelling characters. Frey delves into the intricacies of building a complete and coherent world, both on-stage and behind the scenes. He expertly navigates the balance between revealing enough to enthrall readers and keeping them guessing until the final pages. With Frey as your guide, you'll learn precisely which elements of your world belong on the pages of a damn good mystery to make it truly unforgettable.
Don't miss out on this indispensable step-by-step guide to creating a masterful mystery. Whether you're a seasoned writer or dreaming of penning your first thriller, "How to Write a Damn Good Mystery" is a must-have resource. Take the first step towards becoming an acclaimed mystery author by grabbing your copy today and unlock the secrets of crafting a damn good mystery that will have readers on the edge of their seats.
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