How to Write Fiction: 7 Easy Steps to Master Fiction Writing, Novel Writing, Writing a Book & Short Story Writing

By Jaiden Pemton

Are you ready to dive into the world of fiction writing, but don't know where to start?

Do you feel unclear about how to distinguish and use the elements of fiction writing?

Are you still on the search to unlock your personal writing voice, and write in a style that keeps your readers engaged?

• Language: English
• Publisher: Jaiden Pemton
• Release date: Aug 1, 2023
• ISBN: 9781088241417

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How to Write Fiction

7 Easy Steps to Master Fiction Writing, Novel Writing, Writing a Book & Short Story Writing

Jaiden Pemton

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Book 2: How to Tell a Story

Book 3: How to Write a Screenplay

Book 4: How to Write Sales Copy

Book 5: How to Edit Writing

Book 6: How to Self-Publish

Book 7: How to Write Non-Fiction

Book 8: How to Write Content

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Table of Contents

How to Write Fiction

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Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1: Step 1 - Building Characters

Character Introduction

Establishing Character Depth

Making Characters Relatable

Growth as Expressed by the Character Arc

Making it Personal

Writing Exercise: Putting Yourself in Their Shoes

Establishing Character Credibility

Chapter 2: Step 2 - Shaping the Story Through Plot Development

The Importance of the 5 W's (Who, What, When, Where, Why)

Plot Development Toolbox: Outlines, Timelines, and Storyboards

Plot Introduction (What's the Main Goal?)

Exposition

Rising Action

Climax

Falling Action

Resolution/Denouement

The Use of Subplots

Clarifying Questions: Did Your Plot do its Job?

Chapter 3: Step 3 - Defining the Where Through Setting

Basics of Setting: What to Do and What Not to do

Location, Context, Social Era, Lifestyle

Geography and Population

Climate, Mood, Atmosphere

Time of Year, Time of Day, Passage of Time

Establishing Setting in Fictitious Worlds

Why is Setting Important?

Further Benefits of Setting

Establishing Setting Credibility

Chapter 4: Step 4 - Selecting a Point of View

First-Person Point of View

Second-Person Point of View

Third-Person Objective Point of View

Third-Person Limited Point of View

Third-Person Omniscient Point of View

Dialogue vs. Narration

Point of View Toolbox: Moods and Dimensions

Using Your Own Voice

Clarifying Questions: Observation vs. Participation

Chapter 5: Step 5 - Defining the Big Idea Through Theme

Major Themes in Fiction Writing

Determining Your Theme(s)