Hi friends &
writers,
I’ve
been reading the mysteries of Susan Hill lately, a British writer who mixes
psychological nuances with contemporary social controversies. She excels at
parallel plots that deepen both the central situation as well as enhance the
world of the novel. The result is that the landscape and cultural context of
the book work in service to plot and character.
PROCESS:
CHARACTER BIOGRAPHY
As you develop your story or novel, open yourself to creating
details of each character’s history that reveal or reinforce or connect to the
core themes in your narrative.
Try this:
Imagine what story each of your central characters would tell about themselves
in a social situation. Then, write down a story about their past they hope to
keep secret. In what situation might they reveal their secret story?
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The
journal accepts fiction, poetry, short plays, photo essays and creative
nonfiction, both traditional and experimental. They also accept longer works (up
to 50 pages). Their next submission period is August 15-May 15, snail mail
only.
Submission guidelines:
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PROMPT
“I have a secret to
tell you.” (10 min)
GUEST BLOGGER BIO:
Lynn C. Miller is a novelist and playwright (www.lynncmiller.com). Her book
“Find Your Story, Write Your Memoir” (co-authored with Lisa Lenard-Cook) comes
out in Spring 2013 from the University of Wisconsin Press. Email her at: lynn@lynncmiller.com
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