Masterclass : writing crime fiction
by Rowe, Rosemary, 1942- author
This book is designed for anyone who wants to write an unputdownable crime novel. Whatever your subgenre, whether Scandi-crime or detective 'cosies', this book is full of inspirational advice, acute insights and practical exercises. The first part of the book establishes the rules of writing crime fiction - from convincing characters to the role of research. The book then covers the practical craft of writing and editing, before explaining in detail how to secure a contract and/or self-publish …
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- Full title :Masterclass : writing crime fiction / Rosemary Rowe.
Summary
This book is designed for anyone who wants to write an unputdownable crime novel. Whatever your subgenre, whether Scandi-crime or detective 'cosies', this book is full of inspirational advice, acute insights and practical exercises. The first part of the book establishes the rules of writing crime fiction - from convincing characters to the role of research. The book then covers the practical craft of writing and editing, before explaining in detail how to secure a contract and/or self-publish your work. A comprehensive guide for anyone who wants to be the next Val McDermid or Ian Rankin.
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- Publication Date:2014.
Publication Statements
- Publisher(s):John Murray Learning
- Place of Publication:London
- Language:eng
- Publication Date:2014.
Notes
"Create compelling plots, dramatic characters and nail-biting twists that sell"--Cover. Includes bibliographical references and index.
The Physical Object
- Description:xvii, 186 pages ; : 22 cm.
Edition Identifiers
- ISBN:9781473601369, 1473601363
- oclc:on1268506676
- LC Classification:PN3377.5.D4
- Dewey Decimal:808.3872
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