Jean Hager, born in 1952 in Kansas City, Missouri, is an experienced author and writing instructor specializing in mystery fiction. With a background in teaching and a passion for storytelling, Hager has dedicated her career to helping aspiring writers improve their craft and understand the intricacies of marketing their work.
A book of advice on how to plot a mystery.
The Table of Contents:
INTRODUCTION
1 WHAT KIND OF MYSTERY?
2 THE BIG PICTURE
3 TITLES
4 CHARACTERIZATION
5 DIALOGUE
6 VIEWPOINT
7 SETTING/DESCRIPTION
8 OPENINGS
9 PLOT
10 THE FIRST DRAFT
11 REVISING AND REWRITING
12 MARKETING YOUR BOOK
13 NOW WHAT?
APPENDIX A
APPENDIX B
APPENDIX C
APPENDIX D
BIBLIOGRAPHY
INDEX