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Mastering the Art of Suspense: How to Write Legal Thrillers, Medical Mysteries, & Crime Fiction (in English)
Andrea J. Johnson
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Andrea J. Johnson
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Mastering the Art of Suspense: How to Write Legal Thrillers, Medical Mysteries, & Crime Fiction (in English) - Johnson, Andrea J.
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Synopsis "Mastering the Art of Suspense: How to Write Legal Thrillers, Medical Mysteries, & Crime Fiction (in English)"
★Add SUSPENSE to any story!! Craft a compelling novel with ease - from start to finish!★The word suspense is often reserved for the thriller genre, but its power can be seen in all types of fiction - from legal and political fare to crime and noir. In fact, the excitement and exhilaration that suspense brings is an essential tool for every writer's arsenal - and a surefire way to help your work stand out from the crowd! With this book, you will master the art of...Crafting plot twists and plot revealsDeveloping unreliable narratorsLearning the difference between suspense and tensionCreating red herrings, MacGuffins, and other elements of misdirectionRecognizing the difference between antiheroes and villains (and how to develop them)Writing action and chase scenesUnderstanding the do's and don'ts of prologuesRaising the stakes through compelling dialogueBuilding solid pacing to create a powerful plotWe will also cover some of the coveted suspense techniques made famous by Alfred Hitchcock, Patricia Highsmith, Agatha Christie, and Arthur Conan Doyle.SPECIAL BONUS: An extensive ★GLOSSARY OF LITERARY TERMS★ as well as classic and contemporary examples of suspense at its best. Plus, every chapter ends with a checklist, grow tip, start-up exercise, or frequently asked question that will help you complete your suspense story in half the time.So whether you're drafting your first novel or polishing your twentieth, Mastering the Art of Suspense: How to Write Legal Thrillers, Medical Mysteries, & Crime Fiction is a must-have for your keeper shelf.From the author of How to Craft a Killer Cozy Mystery and Poetic Justice.
