Essential Guide to Writing a Novel

Episode 152 - How the masters create their settings.

James Thayer

Why are some novels so good?  One of the reasons is that the author is a master at setting descriptions.  How did Charlotte Bronte and Edna Ferber make their settings magical?  We'll talk about their techniques here.  Also, strong verbs versus weak verbs: how and why to choose the stronger action word.

The Write Note
Exploring the craft of writing and its impact on pop culture.

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