How Long to Read Crafting Novels & Short Stories

How Long Does it Take to Read Crafting Novels & Short Stories?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 22 minutes to read Crafting Novels & Short Stories by Writer's Digest Books

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Learn How to Create Stories That Captivate Agents, Editors, and Readers Alike! Inside you'll find the tools you need to build strong characters, keep your plots moving, master the art of dialogue, choose the right point of view, and more. This comprehensive book on the art of novel and short story writing is packed with advice and instruction from best-selling authors and writing experts like Nancy Kress, Elizabeth Sims, Hallie Ephron, N.M. Kelby, Heather Sellers, and Donald Maass, plus a foreword by James Scott Bell. You'll learn invaluable skills for mastering every area of the craft: • Define and refine your characters. • Make your plot and conflict high-energy and intense. • Hone your story's point of view. • Create a rich setting and backstory. • Craft dialogue that rings true. • Select the right words and descriptions throughout your story. • Revise your story to perfection. Throughout you'll find supplemental sections that cover special topics like getting started, beating writer's block, researching your work, and getting published. They'll help you integrate your skills into a balanced, productive, and fulfilling career. Whether you're writing flash fiction, a short story, a novel, or an epic trilogy, you'll come away with the tools you need for strong and effective storytelling.

How long is Crafting Novels & Short Stories?

Crafting Novels & Short Stories by Writer's Digest Books is 369 pages long, and a total of 95,571 words.

This makes it 125% the length of the average book. It also has 117% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Crafting Novels & Short Stories Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 42 minutes to read Crafting Novels & Short Stories aloud.

What Reading Level is Crafting Novels & Short Stories?

Crafting Novels & Short Stories is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

Where Can I Buy Crafting Novels & Short Stories?

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