One of the best writing teachers in the English language on how to structure your novel and how to build strong story people who will enrich your fiction. This bundled volume includes: Structuring Your Novel A step-by-step guide to writing stories you can sell. Learn how to: • Conceive and cast your work • Find the spine • Drive the plot forward • Use scene and sequel as building blocks • Create conflict • Use the springboard scene • And much, much more! How to Build Fictional Characters Learn how to: • Create memorable heroes and villains • Make your characters likeable • Give your characters purpose • Put story people in danger • Discover a character's attitude and motivation Dwight Vreeland Swain (1915-1992) was an American author, screenwriter and teacher. Swain was a member of the Oklahoma Professional Writers Hall of Fame. He was on the staff of the Professional Writing Program at the University of Oklahoma and pioneered scripting documentaries and using dramatic techniques in non-fiction. He wrote several books on the art of writing.
