Dystopian and utopian literature has been one of the most popular genres in entertainment for years. However, because of its breadth and diversity of forms, the dystopian and utopian genre may be difficult to classify at times. What exactly are dystopia and utopian fiction? What distinguishes it, and how can its continuing appeal be explained? […]
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Why is it necessary to identify your novel as science fiction or fantasy fiction? One of the most compelling reasons is marketing. Literary agents and book publishers will want you to define the genre in which your work falls concisely. Additionally, suppose you want to create a narrative. In that case, you will undoubtedly discover
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How do you maintain the reader’s attention till the very end? A great narrative is propelled by good conflict. It is a massive hit among readers—the greater the conflict, the greater the story. Conflict is an essential component of every excellent narrative. Without a conflict between opposing forces, your protagonist will remain unchanged and will
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Finally, your book is ready for publication. You have spent months or years laboring over your material and selecting the right design flourishes that proclaim “this is my book.” Now comes one of the most thrilling selections- the moment in which your book becomes a tangible object that you can touch in your hands. You
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Eventually, as an author considering self-publishing a book, you’ll face the same dilemma that we all do: should you also design your book? However, what lies underneath this issue is another one that may assist answer the first: When is it acceptable for an author to design her book, and when is it preferable to
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