Review: Save the Cat! Writes a Novel: The Last Book on Novel Writing You'll Ever Need

Save the Cat! Writes a Novel: The Last Book on Novel Writing You'll Ever Need by Jessica Brody
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

An incredible work. Jessica Brody has done what I was attempting on my own. Thanks to her excellent work in modifying Blake Snyder's earlier work to fit the writing of a novel or novella. I have been able to finalize my formula combining both editions of Save the Cat and Josphe Campbell's heroes journey resulting in (for me) the best possible way to outline a story. I now know the right combinations of beats and story points to craft a solid emotionally charged story that draws the reader deeper into my written world. I can not say enough good things about this excellently written and researched book.

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Review: Where Nightmares Come From

Where Nightmares Come From by Joe Mynhardt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

To be honest the only reason I picked up the book was the name "Clive Barker" was attached to it. I have read many other similar titles like "Writers Workshop on Horror" by Knost. This to me seemed a continuation of those previous books in many instances the same articles appear in this book and "Writers Workshop on Horror" or "On Writing Horror," but previously I had never seen an article from my favored wordsmith, Clive Barker.

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Review: Horror Writing 101: How to Write a Horror Novel

Horror Writing 101: How to Write a Horror Novel by Steve French
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Great book lots of data on holding your reader's attention and how to get the most out of each scare in your planned manuscript. If you love horror or write in this genre I suggest picking it up. The chapters and straight forward approach are a refreshing read to other convoluted books on writing.

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Review: The Complete Guide to Screenwriting for Children's Film & Television

The Complete Guide to Screenwriting for Children's Film & Television by Motti Aviram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A wealth of needed data for my web series "Shipwreck Theater." This helped me navigate the hazardous terrain of children's television. The details in this book will no doubt lead you to your goal; if the intention to entertain children to even young adults. I found much of the information helpful in the writing of my young adult fantasy novels. It helped me really understand the developing mind of children and young adults.

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