How To Write Thriller & Horror Novels

Deader Reader,

Following are listing of books that can help in writing. I strongly advise purchasing learning materials to guide you in your writing.

A doctor can't be a doctor without studying medical books. An accountant can't be an accountant without studying the principles of accounting. Like wise a writer can't become a good writer without reading writing resource materials and published books of other well known writers. I know books cost money and it takes time to read them, but  studying is essential, and you must apply what you learn to  forming your novel. Then you will begin to have writing success.

FIND WRITING SUCCESS

Thriller Writer Lecture Series Price Was: $599.85 Price Is: $69.99 Blog Your Way to Success Price Was: $309.97 Price Is: $50.00 Writing Horror & Paranormal Novels Collection Price Was: $87.95 Price Is: $34.99 2015 Writer's Market Deluxe Edition Price Was: $49.99 Price Is: $29.99 BUY NOW BUY NOW BUY NOW BUY NOW

Dear Reader,

Below is info for viewing a webinar concerning how to make you book stand out to agents. Check it out.


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MAKE YOUR WRITING STAND OUT
	Robert Lee Brewer Senior Content Editor, Writer's Digest Writing Community WritersMarket.com

Often writers get caught up with trying to be perfect. While spelling and grammar are important for the craft of writing, writing success is often found through the art of writing-and that comes through learning how to stand out from the crowd (in a good way). 

How does a writer stand out from the competition and still make an amazing first impression? That's exactly what literary agents Holly Root and Barbara Poelle will discuss during their 90-minute live webinar Slush Pile Showdown: How to Make Your Submission Stand Out. 

Learn how to write a query that will stand out in a good way and help you find success. Plus, attendees are invited to receive a live critique of their queries.  

Click to continue.

Okay. This will be my last post for today. Then I'm going to spend the rest of day rewriting chapter 8 of my novel.

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New Literary Agent Alert: Melissa Edwards of The Aaron M. Priest Literary Agency 
New literary agents (with this spotlight featuring Melissa Edwards of The Aaron M. Priest Literary Agency) are golden opportunities for new writers because each one is a literary agent who is likely building his or her client list. 
Read more ...

Writing The High Concept Novel or Script

Dear readers,

Following is an article concerning the 'high concept story'. It can point out how to kick you story up a notch or two or three or four.

The 7 Qualities of High-Concept Stories Stumped by submission guidelines calling for "high-concept" romance, suspense, young adult or other popular fiction? These 7 qualifiers will help you gauge how (and where) your work fits in. Read more ...

Scripts Wanted

Good morning and Happy Thanksgiving!

Following are two requests for scripts by production company. These requests are from an email newsletter I got today. If the requests apply to you fill free to apply.

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SCRIPTS WANTED

And now for the Ink-Tip script opportunities. These are requests from production companies looking for screenwriters. 

Though you will need to sign up to InkTip to apply, you will not be charged anything - it is free to send your script in for consideration - and if they option your work, remember THEY pay YOU, never vice versa.

As ever, please address all questions about these InkTip opportunities toJerrol@inktip.com

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Sixth Sense Productions - Seeking Women's Workplace Scripts

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We are looking for completed, feature-length women's workplace scripts, i.e. scripts in the vein of the 1980s hit movie "9 to 5," Starring Jane Fonda and Dolly Parton. Please only pitch if you have a script that meets these specific criteria; we are not looking for anything else, or even anything that can be “easily adapted to fit.”

Budget has yet to be determined. WGA and non-WGA writers may submit.

Our credits include "The First Grader," among others.

To submit to this lead, please go to:http://www.inktippro.com/leads/

Enter your email address.

Copy/Paste this code: x4ku16ecp7

NOTE: Please only submit your work if it fits what the lead is looking for exactly. If you aren't sure if your script fits, please ask InkTip first.

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We are looking for completed, feature-length, contained horror scripts with very original premises. As such, we are looking for unique, high-concept horror scripts focused on a few key locations. By high concept, we mean stories that you can pitch in one sentence or less. Please do not submit taglines as loglines. Budget will not exceed $4 million. Both WGA and non-WGA writers may submit.Our credits include "Loveless in Los Angeles," and the upcoming "The White Rose," among others.To submit to this lead, 

please go to:http://www.inktippro.com/leads/

Enteryour email address.

Copy/Paste this code: p25fsvy99c

NOTE: Please only submit your work if it fits what the lead is looking for exactly. If you aren't sure if your script fits, please ask InkTip first. 

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Envoy Pictures - Seeking Straight-up Action Scripts

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We are looking for completed, feature length "straight-up" action scripts. Material submitted should take place in few locations (with most of the action taking place in one main location), should involve only a handful of main characters, and should focus on fighting and guns and personal action, not explosions. We specifically need material for a male lead in his 30s with a supporting male character in his 50s.

Budget will not exceed $500k. WGA and non-WGA writers may submit.

Our credits include "Night Sights," among others.

To submit to this lead, please go to:http://www.inktippro.com/leads/

Enter your email address.

Copy/Paste this code: jf3tuee9m0

NOTE: Please only submit your work if it fits what the lead is looking for exactly. If you aren't sure if your script fits, please ask InkTip first.

And that's it. 
To your writing! 
Phil

Hello, readers.

Here is something interesting, Approaches to forming the first chapter of a novel.

The first chapter is the most important part of a novel. It holds the heavy responsibility of hooking readers so they will develop a appetite for the story. The following article addresses this topic and offers some suggestions.

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4 Approaches for the First Chapter of Your Novel
	Brian A. Klems Online Editor WritersDigest.com @BrianKlems

The following piece is by Jeff Gerke, whose Instructor of the Month bundle is on sale right now for one low price. Read the article and then check it out. Here's Jeff's advice on the different approaches to writing your first chapter. 

How, strategically speaking, should you begin your novel? When a reader reads your first chapter, what should she find?

There are four primary approaches for beginning a successful novel. Probably more, including some highly experimental ones, but these are the classic main four. Run your story idea through the filter of each of these and see if one of them feels right for your book.  Read more... 

Happy Thanksgiving!

Dear Readers,

Thanksgiving is this week. It will be a time for eating, seeing relatives, and arguing over politics.

The weather is not at its best; so be careful traveling.

Keep your notebook open and pen ready in case you come across something interesting to use as writing material.

So have a Happy Thanksgiving, and be careful shopping on Black Friday.