Films for the Humanities and Sciences - Writing for Different Genres

Writing for Different Genres

Crime writing and the memoir are highlighted in this volume. In segment one, author/journalist Martin J. Smith shares his knowledge about the differences between mystery, crime, and suspense; how to know if you have a solid concept; and five elements that are necessary for success in a crime-related genre. In segment two, author and former columnist Adair Lara walks viewers through The Arc, an indispensable tool for developing the structure of a memoir and making it compelling—and marketable. In addition, Lara responds to questions such as How do you move the story forward?, How do you handle hurt feelings?, and Where do you start, how do you end? (82 minutes)

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Item#: FMK35089
Copyright date: ©2005
DVD (Chaptered) ISBN 978-1-4213-2816-4

Part of the Series : The Path to Publication: Advice from Authors, Editors, and Agents | The Aspiring Writer's Collection


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