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The Technique Of The Mystery Story

The Technique Of The Mystery Story

Wells, Carolyn
Esenwein, J. Berg

Paperback

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ISBN10: 1163106674
ISBN13: 9781163106679
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 352
Weight: 1.04
Height: 0.73 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Technique Of The Mystery Story is a book written by Carolyn Wells, a renowned American author and poet. This book is a comprehensive guide that explores the art of writing mystery stories. It is an essential resource for aspiring writers who want to master the techniques and elements of writing a captivating mystery story.The book is divided into several chapters that cover various aspects of writing a mystery story. It starts with an introduction to the genre and its history, followed by an in-depth analysis of the different types of mysteries, such as the detective story, the spy story, and the thriller.The author provides practical advice on how to create compelling characters, develop a plot, and build suspense. She also discusses the importance of setting, dialogue, and pacing in a mystery story. The book includes examples from classic mystery novels to illustrate the techniques discussed.In addition to the technical aspects of writing, the author also delves into the psychology of the reader and how to keep them engaged throughout the story. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining the element of surprise and avoiding cliches.Overall, The Technique Of The Mystery Story is a must-read for anyone interested in writing or understanding the mystery genre. It is a valuable resource that provides a wealth of information and practical advice on how to create a successful mystery story.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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