The Art of War for Writers: Fiction Writing Strategies, Tactics, and Exercises

by James Scott Bell

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Strategies and Tactics for the Master Novelist

Successfully starting and finishing a publishable novel is often like fighting a series of battles. You not only have to work hard to shape memorable characters, develop gripping plots, and craft dazzling dialogue, but you also have to fight against self-doubts and fears. And then there's the challenge of learning to navigate the ever-changing publishing industry.

That's why best-selling novelist James Scott Bell, author of the Write Great Fiction staples Plot & Structure and Revision & Self-Editing, came up with the ultimate novel-writing battle plan: The Art of War for Writers.

You'll find tactics and strategies for idea generation and development, character building, plotting, drafting, querying and submitting, dealing with rejection, coping with unrealistic expectations, and much more.

With timeless, innovative, and concise writing reflections and techniques, The Art of War for Writers is your roadmap to victory.
  • ISBN10 1582975906
  • ISBN13 9781582975900
  • Publish Date 9 December 2009
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country US
  • Publisher F&W Publications Inc
  • Imprint Writer's Digest Books