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Communication had always been the priority of all living beings. As for humans, the first communicative process was the scriptures in caves. This gradually resulted in writings on leafs and then on papers. Today other than advance audio visual communications, books are also a good source of information. In fact, till date, it is still considered to be an idealistically superior mode of communication.
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Before you even begin writing your novel, you need to know who your characters will be. Minimally, you would want two major characters, the hero and the heroine. They will interact mostly with each o…
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Storm Prey by John Sandford Dr. Weather Karkinnen, wife of Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Chief Lucas Davenport, is one of the surgical team diligently working to separate twins co-joined at the head. As they begin the complex series of operations, four men rush into the hospital’s pharmacy, taking millions in drugs. The surgery is
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To create characters for your fantasy novel you must consider your market and create characters that your readers are able to relate to, and care for. This does not mean that you reveal all there is about your characters in the first few lines, your characters a best revealed a little as the plot unfolds, a little intrigue goes a long way. But your characters should be developed before you put your pen to paper.
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Horns by Joe Hill Have you ever read a book and after the first 15 pages say to yourself, “Well, he’s pretty much done everything I can think you can do with this idea. What’s he gonna do now?” and then you read and read and you’re not sure if anything else is really going
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Under Heaven by Guy Gavriel Kay Shen Tai lives among the dead, and buries their bones by day while their ghosts cry at night. He is alone in the farthest western reaches of the sprawling nation of Kitai, on the site of an old battlefield. And he has been doing this work that no one
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Between Planets by Robert Heinlein But few outside of Robert Heinlein’s devotees know that many of his works were aimed at, and market to, children before they became popular among adults too. Between Planets is one such novel . At one time serialized in altered format in the magazine Boy’s Life, the tale is bursting
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In many writing articles and references, you will be strongly advised to outline your novel. However, be aware that outlining is largely a waste of time without this important requisite. This article will show you how to avoid the author’s biggest mistake.
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The Dragon Factory by Jonathan Maberry REVIEW SUMMARY: Joe Ledger is back, he’s mad, and ready to take on genetically enhanced humans, animals and anything in between. BRIEF SYNOPSIS: In this follow up to the Bram Stoker nominated Patient Zero, Joe Ledger and the Department of Military Sciences team fight two sets of related genetic
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The Master Sniper by Stephen Hunter The Master Sniper is a rewarding read. The prose is quick and spry, while the plot is rich enough to keep you guessing until shortly before the end. Mr. Hunter ratchets the tension and suspense perfectly, and the characters are enjoyable and likable—Mr. Hunter does an excellent job of
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Matthew Reilly is possibly the greatest action author out there. His novels are non-stop action thrill rides. Highly recommended to action junkies! Check Temple or Ice Station or Contest out, all great!