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Featuring speculative fiction-writing exercises from Harlan Ellison (R), Piers Anthony, Ramsey Campbell, Jack Ketchum, screenwriters of The Twilight Zone and Star Trek: The Next Generation, and many more. The fifth volume in the acclaimed Now Write! writing-guide series offers a full toolbox of advice and exercises for speculative fiction writers hoping to craft an engaging alternate reality, flesh out an enthralling fantasy quest, or dream up a bloodcurdling plot twist, including:-Harlan Ellison (R), on crafting the perfect story title-Jack Ketchum, on how economy of language helps create a truly frightening tale-Piers Anthony, on making fantastical characters feel genuine and relatableAmong the other writers incluided are: Steven Barnes, Peter Briggs, David Brin, Sara B.



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Laurie Lamson

I'm a writer, book editor and filmmaker who loves helping tell great stories. Edited ; co-edited and with my Aunt Sherry Ellis. Write short stories, feature screenplays and educational videos. Three of my own scripts are in development with producers. I was honored to serve as teleconference host for Intl. Screenwriters' Association for 3 years and happy to put on Now Write! panels and creative writing workshops for Greater Los Angeles Writers' Society and others.



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