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How to Write Fiction

Notes by Hugh Cook

Creative Writing

The Nuts and Bolts of Creative Writing

Writing the Opening Paragraph: Summary

-- The opening should indicate the arc.

-- Name the main character early.

-- Characterize the main character early.

-- Indicate the geographical setting early.

-- Indicate the social setting early.

For more details go to Writing the opening - writing the opening paragraph

Introducing and Reintroducing Characters: Summary

-- introduce characters on stage one at a time.

-- remember the human mind is designed to forget rather than to remember. Make a habit of reintroducing your characters.

-- be economical with descriptions.

-- the characters should get described as the plot rolls along. The plot should not come to a crunching halt while the characters are described.

For more details go to introducing and reintroducing characters.


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