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Mastering Suspense, Structure, and Plot: How to Write Gripping Stories That Keep Readers on the Edge of Their Seats

Name: Mastering Suspense, Structure, and Plot: How to Write Gripping Stories That Keep Readers on the Edge of Their Seats
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Book Synopsis: Enthrall Your Readers! Suspense is one of the most powerful tools a writer has for captivating readers--but it isn't just for thrillers. From mainstream fiction to memoir, suspense creates the emotional tension that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Mastering Suspense, Structure, & Plot is your hands-on guide to weaving suspense into your narrative. Award-winning author Jane K. Cleland teaches you how to navigate genre conventions, write for your audience, and build gripping tension to craft an irresistible page-turner. Inside, Cleland will show you how to:

Implement thirteen no-fail techniques to construct an effective plot and structure for your story
Use Cleland's Plotting Road Map to add elements of suspense like twists, reversals, and moments of danger
Write subplots with purpose
Improve your descriptions, character development, sentence structure, and more

Packed with case studies, exercises, and dozens of examples from best-selling authors, Mastering Suspense, Structure, & Plot is the key to writing suspenseful, engaging stories that leave your readers wanting more.

“Indispensable! For newbie authors and veterans alike, this terrific how-to is your new go-to. Don't write your book without it--it's a treasure.”
--Hank Phillippi Ryan, Agatha, Anthony, Macavity and Mary Higgins Clark award-winning author

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Are you looking to captivate your readers and keep them on the edge of their seats? Look no further than Mastering Suspense, Structure, and Plot: How to Write Gripping Stories That Keep Readers on the Edge of Their Seats. Suspense is the secret ingredient that can turn any story into an irresistible page-turner, and this hands-on guide by award-winning author Jane K. Cleland will show you exactly how to do it.

Inside this invaluable resource, you'll discover thirteen no-fail techniques to construct an effective plot and structure for your story. With Cleland's trusted Plotting Road Map, you'll learn how to add elements of suspense like twists, reversals, and moments of danger that will leave your readers craving for more.

But that's not all - Mastering Suspense, Structure, and Plot goes beyond plot construction. Cleland also provides invaluable advice on writing subplots with purpose, improving descriptions, developing characters, enhancing sentence structures, and so much more. This comprehensive guide is packed with case studies, exercises, and countless examples from bestselling authors to help you master the art of crafting engaging and suspenseful stories.

Don't just take our word for it. Esteemed author Hank Phillippi Ryan, who has won multiple awards including the Agatha, Anthony, Macavity, and Mary Higgins Clark, calls this book "indispensable". Whether you're a newbie author taking your first steps into the world of writing or a seasoned veteran looking to enhance your skills, Mastering Suspense, Structure, and Plot will become your go-to resource. This treasure will become an essential tool in your writing arsenal, ensuring that your book is a gripping masterpiece.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to elevate your storytelling skills. Get your hands on Mastering Suspense, Structure, and Plot today and start creating stories that will keep your readers hooked from the first page to the last!

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