by Zoe M. McCarthy | Feb 23, 2017 | Writing
How many words are allowed? From my research, the suggested word counts for flash fiction in this electronic reading age were: Less than 1,500 300-1,000 (10-300 is micro fiction) 100 – 1,500 Up to 100 What are the elements that must be included in flash fiction?...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Feb 16, 2017 | Writing
What Is the Book Cover Images: the artwork or photos Words: the fonts of titles and content Content: title, taglines, back-cover description, and bio Blurbs: endorsements Good Book Covers A good book covers will: be more than a lovely cover; it...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Feb 9, 2017 | Writing
Archetype is defined here as a type of person whose typical behaviors are the same as those of others of the same type. For example, cowards exhibit some typical behaviors. They fear danger, lack courage, and avoid or quit dangerous situations. Before I list 79...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Feb 2, 2017 | Writing
This is the second installment of 12 plot twist ideas, examples, and the expected questions readers will have. See Part 1 for more ideas and examples. Twist Ideas, Examples & Readers’ Questions Betrayed by an oh-so-helpful friend. Hero’s friend helps him cruise...