The fantasy fiction formula /Deborah Chester.
- Manchester : Manchester University Press, (c)2016.
- 1 online resource (xiii, 322 pages)
Foreword by Jim Butcher Author preface 1. Formulating a story plan 2. Character design 3. Viewpoint 4. Dialogue 5. Scene structure 6. Scene conflict 7. Conflict maneuver 8. Ending scenes 9. Sequels 10. Dilemma and decision 11. Entering the dark dismal middle 12. Surviving the dark dismal middle 13. More dark dismal middle 14. Unmasking true nature 15. Pacing 16. Ending the story 17. Story climax 18. Writing the resolution 19. Revision methods 20. The road to publication 21. Final suggestions Index.
Includes bibliographies and index.
A guide to the nuts and bolts of fantasy writing that illustrates techniques with examples drawn from published fantasy fiction and offers plentiful drills and exercises to help students hone their writing skills.