Creative Writing

Salary? Perhaps a little education would be appropriate here. Some jobs pay you by the hour. Some jobs pay you by the month (flat rate, no overtime).

Some jobs pay you by the piece. (I'll give you $2.00 for every gaget you make for me provided that it passes QA inspection) Some jobs don't follow ANY of the above guidelines. A realtor is paid a percentage of the sale price of every house that sells. (generally 1.5% to the listing realtor, 1.5% to the listing broker, 1.5% to the selling realtor, 1.5% to the selling broker. But that's just a general rule; everything is negotiable) Other types of salesmen/women are also paid a percentage of their gross sales. Entertainers are paid a percentage of sales as well, but it's often a sliding scale... that's why they need an agent. The agent negotiates how much the entertainer is paid. Singers, actors, boxers, golfers, and yes... even romance writers, are paid whatever they can negotiate. It's usually some kind of percentage of the sales or a flat rate per book with special consideration if the book is turned into a movie. There is a special phrase for that kind of work, "You don't get what you're worth, you get what you can negotiate."

Dialogue can make the story more engaging, authentic, and dynamic for the reader. It can reveal character traits, drive the plot forward, and provide insight into relationships between characters. Well-crafted dialogue can create tension, humor, and emotion, drawing the reader deeper into the narrative.

A positive story can uplift our mood, inspire hope, and create a sense of optimism. It can serve as a source of motivation, promote positive thinking, and remind us of the good things in life. Hearing positive stories can also help reduce stress and improve overall well-being.

Gothic writing often features elements such as intense emotion, dark themes, supernatural elements, and a sense of foreboding or unease. Settings are typically eerie or mysterious, and there may be a focus on madness, death, or the macabre. The tone is usually atmospheric and evocative, with an emphasis on creating a sense of dread or suspense.

To start a stormy story, set the scene with dark clouds gathering in the sky, the wind picking up, and distant thunder rumbling. Describe the tension and anticipation building as characters prepare for the impending storm. Use vivid language to create a sense of urgency and drama.

To avoid being sued for plagiarism, ensure that all content in your book is original and properly cited if referencing any external sources. Use your own words and ideas, and conduct thorough research to provide accurate information. Consider seeking legal advice to understand copyright and plagiarism laws to protect your work.

Reader's theatre is a performance style in which actors read from scripts without costumes, sets, or memorization, focusing on vocal delivery and expression to convey the story to an audience. It allows for a focus on the text and themes of a play, rather than elaborate production elements.

You can come up with topics! Look around you and find any two things in your house that are different. Think of two emotions that are different, or two abstract concepts. Think about different people, different jobs, and different machines. Anything that is different can be contrasted in an essay.

Processes themselves do not have suspense, as they are a series of steps or actions. However, the outcome or result of a process may create suspense if there is uncertainty or anticipation surrounding it.

Wow -- writers use way more than 4 methods! There's brainstorming for ideas, editing for content and grammar, story mapping, character charts -- perhaps you'd better re-ask the question and specify what the methods are supposed to do! "What are four methods that the writer uses to _____"

A person who is nervous may exhibit physical symptoms like sweating, fidgeting, or a shaky voice. They may also display signs of emotional distress such as anxiety, restlessness, or difficulty concentrating.

A summary should typically be about 25-30% of the length of the original story. It should capture the main points and themes concisely without going into every detail.

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If it's just ten pages, I would not pay to have it published! If you have pictures, you can make one of those books at a photo-developing place. Or you can just print it out of your own computer and make a cardboard cover.

It depends on how it is presented. If it looks like a novel and reads like a novel, then it's a novel, but if it is a list of facts on a bit of paper then no, probably not.

To create a Sonamy story, focus on developing the relationship between Sonic and Amy. Highlight their interactions, show their dynamic, and explore their feelings for each other. Include elements of adventure, emotional moments, and obstacles to overcome so their love story can unfold in a compelling way. Be sure to stay true to their characteristics and personalities from the original source material.

I do hope you got the grade you deserved ...

If you get a large calendar and write down all your assignment due dates, you won't be waiting until the last second to try to do your work. See the related questions for help.

OK, I wrote it -- now sent me $100 and I'll give it to you! Writers are not going to give out their good story ideas for free -- you need to come up with your own story ideas.

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Only you can come up with a good name! Book Titles come from the story, not from some anonymous person on the internet!

Think about your story - what is going on and who are the people involved? Bullies are mean and cowardly - think of a title that reflects that; or you could have a title about being scared or being bullied.

Check out the Related Questions for help with your book, too!

Of course, it depends on what piece of writing you're doing. Is it fiction or nonfiction? A list in a nonfiction piece gives a lot of information in a short time, and also conveys the information that everything on that list has something in common. A list in a fiction piece serves the same function informationally, but it also slows the action of the plot and draws out the tension.

Yes, you can submit your book to publishers overseas. You can research international publishing houses that accept submissions from authors worldwide and follow their submission guidelines. Keep in mind that the process may vary depending on the publisher and their specific requirements.