The Plot Whisperer Book of Writing Prompts: Easy Exercises to Get You Writing - Softcover

Alderson, Martha

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1440560811 ISBN 13: 9781440560811

Publisher: Adams Media, 2013

Synopsis

Daily exercises guaranteed to spark your writing!

The Plot Whisperer Book of Writing Prompts gives you the inspiration and motivation you need to finish every one of your writing projects. Written by celebrated writing teacher and author Martha Alderson, this book guides you through each stage of the writing process, from constructing compelling characters to establishing an unforgettable ending. Alderson also helps you get into the habit of writing creatively every day, with brand-new imaginative prompts, such as:

• Create an obstacle that interferes with the protagonist's goal and describe how that scene unfolds moment-by-moment.
• Provide sensory details of the story world and what your main character is doing at this very moment.
• Scan earlier scenes for examples of the protagonist's chief character flaw and develop it. He or she will need to overcome this flaw in order to achieve his or her ultimate goal.
• Show an issue or situation in the main character's life that needs attention and have him or her take the first step forward toward a course of action.

Filled with daily affirmations, plot advice, and writing exercises, The Plot Whisperer Book of Writing Prompts will set your projects in the right direction--and on their way to the bestseller list!

About this title

About the Author

Martha Alderson has worked with hundreds of writers (including Shreve Stockton, author of The Daily Coyote and Eating Gluten Free; Terri Thayer, author of the Quilting mystery series and Stamping Sisters mystery series; Jennifer Solow, author of The Booster and The Aristobrats; Adrienne Barbeau, author of There Are Worse Things I Could Do; Penny Warner, author of The Official Nancy Drew Handbook and Dead Man’s Hand) in plot workshops, retreats, and plot consultations for more than fifteen years. Her clients include bestselling authors, New York editors, and Hollywood movie directors.

From the Back Cover

The Plot Whisperer, Martha Alderson, has just what you need to get your project going in the right direction. She offers daily prompts, running through the year's seasons, to get you moving, putting together a compelling and coherent storyline. Turn to the time of year that best represents where you're at in your writing life, and get going.

Edition details

• Publisher: Adams Media
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1440560811
• ISBN 13: 9781440560811
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 240