Writing Horror FictionThis writer's guide explains how to write short stories and horror fiction for children and adults. The author shows how to build on the initial idea and develop characters and plot. There are ideas for selecting and approaching publishers and information about contracts and publication. |
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2 Expanding an idea | 15 |
3 Characterization | 22 |
4 The plot | 30 |
5 Start writing | 39 |
6 Finding a publisher | 52 |
7 Published | 65 |
9 Short stories | 82 |
10 Childrens horror fiction | 87 |
11 Graphic novels and comics | 91 |
12 American horror fiction | 96 |
13 Your second horror novel | 100 |
Recommended reading | 104 |
Useful addresses | 106 |
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