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a page from the book ploting a mystery novel, which is written in english

Plotting a Mystery Novel - Free download as Word Doc (.doc / .docx), PDF File (.pdf), Text File (.txt) or read online for free. The document outlines a 12-chapter formula for classic mystery novels, with each chapter focusing on specific plot elements and character developments. Chapter 1 introduces the crime and sleuth. Chapters 2-3 establish suspects and a subplot. Chapters 4-6 misdirect the investigation. Chapters 7-9 reveal new clues pointing elsewhere. Chapters 10-11 resolve the subplot…

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As a new author, I could not envision a mystery novel of any kind fitting into 'The Hero's Journey' that was recommended by every expert in the field. After 8 novels, I now have my own Mystery Suspense Template and maybe some other newbie writers would like to see it.

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When I wrote my mystery crime novel, The Last Girl, I wasn’t writing blind. I had a good idea of what I wanted to write about and how to go about it. The point of this little essay is to give all aspiring mystery writers a few tips and hopefully a little encouragement.

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a person writing with the words red herrings how to mislead and surprise your readers

No matter what genre you’re writing in, there are probably some things you’ll want to keep hidden from your readers until the time is right to surprise

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If you love a good murder mystery and want to try writing one, here are ten rules to help you satisfy readers.

Love a good murder mystery? Me too! Ronald Knox, an early pioneer of the detective story, formulated some rules to write by. Good to note these, but also good to realize that sometimes you just gotta break the rules! #writing #detective #mystery #MurderMystery

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the differences between mystery and suspense

What is the difference between Mystery and Suspense? The plot revolves around discovering who committed the crime. The plot revolves around the capture of..

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