Writing for different genres
Description
Crime writing and the memoir are highlighted in this volume. In segment one, author/journalist Martin J. Smith shares his knowledge about the differences between mystery, crime, and suspense; how to know if you have a solid concept; and five elements that are necessary for success in a crime-related genre. In segment two, author and former columnist Adair Lara walks viewers through The Arc, an indispensable tool for developing the structure of a memoir and making it compelling-and marketable. In addition, Lara responds to questions such as How do you move the story forward?, How do you handle hurt feelings?, and Where do you start, how do you end?
Runtime
82 min
Series
- The Ultimate Media Librarian Collection (44)
- The Path to Publication: Advice from Authors, Editors, and Agents (7)
- The Aspiring Writer's Collection (9)
- The English Collection (10)
Subjects
Genre
Date of Publication
[2006], c2005
Database
Films on Demand
Direct Link
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