by Zoe M. McCarthy | Mar 2, 2017 | Writing
Well done foreshadowing won’t ruin the surprise. The device adds suspense and tension to the story, building anticipation for the reader. Foreshadowing can help readers understand what happens later. Everything finally makes sense. Thus, it can facilitate the...
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...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Jan 19, 2017 | Writing
First off, remember from Part 1 that setting encompasses such elements as place, time, culture, technology, geography, and weather. Thus, you must decide whether any real setting can work for your story. Of course, fantasy and sci-fi novels need extensive fictional...
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