Crafting Novels & Short Stories by Writer's Digest Books Summary
Overview of Crafting Novels & Short Stories
Crafting Novels & Short Stories unlocks fiction's secrets with expert guidance from Writer's Digest. Ever wonder why bestselling authors swear by its techniques? This 3.9-rated writing bible transforms dedicated amateurs into masterful storytellers - because "real writers work ridiculously hard."
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Points clés
The Alchemy of Fiction: Where Imagination Meets Craft
Have you ever wondered why some stories keep you turning pages until 3 AM while others collect dust on your nightstand? The magic lies in the craftsmanship behind the narrative. Great fiction isn't born fully formed - it's carefully constructed through techniques that bring characters to life, build compelling worlds, and create emotional resonance that stays with readers long after the final page. The art of storytelling combines intuition with deliberate craft, much like a master chef who understands both the science of cooking and the creative spark that elevates a dish from good to unforgettable. When we strip away the mystery, we find that memorable fiction relies on specific elements that can be learned, practiced, and mastered.
Creating Characters Who Live Beyond the Page
Building Narrative Architecture: Plot, Structure, and Pacing
Crafting Perspective: Point of View, Dialogue, and Setting
Weaving the Past into the Present: Backstory and Context
The Art of Language: Description, Word Choice, and Tone
From First Draft to Publication: Revision and the Writer's Journey
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"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
Cree par des anciens de Columbia University a San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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