Plotting and Writing Suspense Fiction
Patricia Highsmith
The author, an outstanding suspense writer, analyses her own working methods and the vital elements of suspense in fiction. Drawing on her own writing experience, she gives a lively, personal view of the writer at work. At the same time, this is a practical guidebook full of astute insights into what makes a plot gripping.
£7.12^* - save 9%

Plot
Ansen Dibell
Using examples from classic literature the author leads the reader through the process of designing and developing the plot in a work of fiction. While concentrating its main attention on standard plot forms, which are most appropriate for novice authors, it also gives some advice on more 'arty' forms such as collage, where scenes are juxtaposed for their texture without being tied by a narrative thread. Covers openings, viewpoint, exposition, sub-plots, set-pieces, melodrama, patterns, pacing, transition, allegory, contrast, and revelation.
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Plotting the Novel
Michael Legat
A clear, well presented guide on how to approach the development of a plot. The task is broken down in a logical way and presented in a friendly and informative tone. A very readable book, packed with the kind of information a budding writer needs.
Only £8.50!^*

Writing the Novel from Plot to Print
Lawrence Block
This book offers aspiring novelists guidelines for developing plot ideas, characters, and the storyline as well as rewriting the manuscript, finding a literary agent, and getting works published. According to the author there is no 'wrong' way to write a novel. Writers each come into the business with their own habits, quirks and methods and the trick is to find the best one for each of them - and the easiest way to get the job done. A tremendously encouraging and insightful book.
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Building Better Plots
Robert Kernan
The Emmy Award-winning author provides a hands-on approach to planning and writing great plots. Fill-in charts, quizzes, timelines, and a complete plot tutorial help readers construct a strong narrative arc, while showing how to unify writing through devices such as sub-plot, theme, and setting.
£10.44^* - save 10%

The Plot Thickens
8 Ways to Bring Fiction to Life
Noah T. Lukeman
How does a writer turn an idea into a plot? How many brilliant flashes of inspiration lead to books, movies, or plays? Not many because ideas wither away without great characters and events that drive the story forward. Although this book is about plot development, the author addresses the threads that are woven throughout the story in order to create the fabric from which beautiful, lasting images are created. The 8 ways discussed are: Characterisation: The Outer Life, Characterisation: The Inner Life, Applied Characterisation, The Journey, Suspense, Conflict, Context, and Transcendency.
£10.97^* - save 9%

Secrets of Screenplay Structure
Linda Cowgill
How to recognise and emulate the structural frameworks of great films. Examines the concepts of successful screenplay structure, based on the author's study of great films from the 1930s to the present. The author's analysis includes films such as Annie Hall, Quiz Show, Tootsie, Risky Business, Seven, North by Northwest, and One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.
Only £17.50!^*