How to Tell a Story: The Secrets of Writing Captivating Tales

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Writer's Digest Books, 1998 - Language Arts & Disciplines - 234 pages
Drawing on Provost's proven philosophies, Rubie examines every facet of storytelling, from narrative hooks to fulfilling climaxes. Through advice, exercises and an outstanding array of examples, you'll learn to create gripping narratives powered by strong characters. You'll discover the secrets of sequencing, of weaving subplots into rich stories, of manipulating story pace to increase conflict, tension and surprise.

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TWO UNDERSTANDING GENRES
25
THREE HOOKS
47
FOUR PLOTTING
60
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