Friday, April 5, 2013

Words!


In the front of my writing notebook I have some notes I’ve gleaned from here and there. Words. Little notes reminding me of the things that need to find their way into what I write if I want to have a salable book. Of course, they aren’t all required, they just help. Here’s what I’ve got:

Spunky character
Narrative arc
Great hook
Commercial plot
Likable characters
Witty dialogue
Layers
Heart

I also have the word breakout. Can’t really plan that can you. But still, it's a good reminder of something to strive for. I feel like I need more words to add to my list!  What words do you use to remind yourself of all those elements you need to have in your manuscripts?

5 comments:

  1. Satisfying (or surprising) ending
    Delicious verbs

    Your list is great. :)

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  2. Ooo, thanks Candi! Definitely things needed to make a great book. I will add them to my list! Endings. They are my nemesis!

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  3. I have a post-it note on my computer monitor reminding me to use sight, sound, smell, touch, and taste.

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  4. Twist! A new twist on an old or ordinary theme.

    I like your list a lot, Heather. Copying it down right now.

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