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5 Tips for Writing Dramatic Scenes in a Novel

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A novel is, essentially, a string of scenes that, when read in order, make up a story. There is no need for every single scene to be dramatic, but most of them should. Some scenes are dramatic by nature: scenes of revelations, climax and danger. However, if the rest of your scenes lack a little bit of drama and conflict, then those scenes are just filler scenes and will bore … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for Writing Dramatic Scenes in a Novel

Review – Every Time a Bell Rings by Carmel Harrington

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This post was originally published at Novelicious.com and is now at WritingTipsOasis.com. WritingTipsOasis.com acquired Novelicious.com in June 2022.Reviewed by Susan Lobban It’s the classic story of boy meets girl, boy moves away, boy and girl are reunited and then live happily ever after. Until that is they lose a baby and are about to lose their beloved foster child. Then … [Read more...] about Review – Every Time a Bell Rings by Carmel Harrington

How to Create Strong Heroes and Heroines in a Romance Novel

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The romance genre depends on good characterization, more so than any other novel. The plot in a romance novel is largely driven by the characters, especially by their thoughts, actions, and background. Creating strong characters will ensure the romance between the hero and the heroine is real, and will make the readers feel what they are feeling. This is why we’ve gathered some … [Read more...] about How to Create Strong Heroes and Heroines in a Romance Novel