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How to Write a Damn Good Mystery: A Practical StepbyStep Guide from Inspiration to Finished Manuscript,New
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Edgar award nominee James N. Frey, author of the internationally bestselling books on the craft of writing, How to Write a Damn Good Novel, How to Write a Damn Good Novel II: Advanced Techniques, and The Key: How to Write Damn Good Fiction Using the Power of Myth, has now written what is certain to become the standard 'how to' book for mystery writing, How to Write a Damn Good Mystery.Frey urges writers to aim highnot to try to write a goodenoughtogetpublished mystery, but a damn good mystery. A damn good mystery is first a dramatic novel, Frey insistsa dramatic novel with living, breathing charactersand he shows his readers how to create a living, breathing, believable character who will be clever and resourceful, willful and resolute, and will be what Frey calls 'the author of the plot behind the plot.'Frey then shows, in his wellknown, entertaining, and accessible (and often humorous) style , how the charactersthe entire ensemble, including the murderer, the detective, the authorities, the victims, the suspects, the witnesses and the bystanderscreate a complete and coherent world.Exploring both the onstage action and the behindthescenes intrigue, Frey shows prospective writers how to build a fleshedout, believable, and logical world. He shows them exactly which parts of that world show up in the pages of a damn good mysteryand which parts are held back just long enough to keep the reader guessing.This is an indispensable stepbystep guide for anyone who's ever dreamed of writing a damn good mystery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'How to Write a Damn Good Mystery'? A: The book focuses on providing a practical step-by-step guide for writing compelling mystery novels, emphasizing the creation of dynamic characters and a coherent plot.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is James N. Frey, an Edgar award nominee and bestselling author known for his expertise in the craft of writing.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on February 12, 2004.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: This book is available in hardcover format.
- Q: How many pages are in 'How to Write a Damn Good Mystery'? A: The book contains 288 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginner writers? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible and entertaining, making it suitable for both novice and experienced writers.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: The book belongs to the Fiction genre, specifically focusing on mystery writing.
- Q: Does the book provide examples of mystery writing? A: Yes, it includes examples and techniques to help writers understand how to create engaging mysteries.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of the book? A: Yes, this is the First Edition of 'How to Write a Damn Good Mystery'.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn how to develop believable characters, create a compelling plot, and build a logical and engaging world for their mystery stories.