Cohesive Story Building

<p>Without layering a story is one-dimensional unbelievable boring. Layers mean stronger characters settings plots suspense intrigue emotions and motivation. Layering also produces cohesion of all elements. Characters must blend naturally with the setting the writer has placed them just as plot becomes an organic part of character and setting. If a story doesn't work it could very well be because the elements aren't cohesive. Cohesive Story Building shows how each element hinges on the other two and how to mix them until they fuse irrevocably. Additionally Cohesive Story Building carefully explores each stage of story development from brainstorming and outlining to drafting and revision. From a thorough look at the fundamentals of writing to comprehensive story building techniques as well as submission guidelines and etiquette this must-have guide will see writers through the entire book writing process from start to finish.</p><p>Set within the framework of comparing the process of building a house to the process of building a story Cohesive Story Building gives a solid plan of action from start to finish through in-depth examples and exercises and leave-no-stone-unturned checklists that will help writers take the plan into their own writing. Features detailed examples from published books to illustrate story-building principles.</p><p>Those who have read Karen S. Wiesner's reference First Draft Outline which focuses on in-depth outlining and goal-setting will find Cohesive Story Building a perfect companion to that book.</p>