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How to Write Short Stories And Use Them to Further Your Writing Career - (Bell on Writing) by James Scott Bell (Paperback)

How to Write Short Stories And Use Them to Further Your Writing Career - (Bell on Writing) by  James Scott Bell (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>Now, learn the master key for writing great short stories, and the strategies for using them to advance your writing career</b> <p>As most writers will tell you, the hardest fiction form to master is the short story. To be successful, a short story needs to have "emotional wallop," and in under 7,000 words. </p><p>Not easy to do.</p><p>In this book, #1 bestselling writing teacher James Scott Bell explains the essential ingredient for a successful short story, no matter the genre. He shows how any writer-whether planner or "pantser"-can use this key to unlock infinite story possibilities.</p><p>And turn readers into fans.</p><p>Which is part of the strategy for short story writing today. With the coming of the digital revolution in publishing, short fiction presents possibilities beyond a one-time sale to a literary journal. Writers can use stories to increase discoverability, grow as a writer, generate some side income, and get back in touch with the sheer joy of writing.</p><p>This book uses examples from the best stories by undisputed masters of the craft, including Ernest Hemingway, Raymond Carver, John O'Hara, John Cheever, Stephen King and Irwin Shaw.</p><p>In addition, five complete stories are included to show you the master key in action.</p><p>Once you've been through this book, even once, you'll be well on your way to crafting short stories that readers love-which will build your fan base and boost your long-term writing career.</p>

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