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Historical fiction is a made-up story, written in the style of fiction, which takes place in historical circumstances and/or involves a historical figure. It may include make-believe characters...

One of the biggest challenges to writing any sort of story is coming up with believable characters. Writers want to have the best, the brightest, the most dynamic sort of characters and they...

The "Star Wars" universe has expanded far beyond movies to encompass novels, TV shows and multiple lines of comic books. In addition, numerous fans have tried their hand at writing fiction,...

Writing a vampire novel, especially in this day in age, requires a bit of finesse. Many people don't even know where to begin. Follow the steps below, and you will have yourself a very fine...

The three main things a book report should cover are characters, important events and thematic elements. By tracking these things as you read the book, you are helping save yourself time later.

Are you so obsessed over the Harry Potter series that you're scourging the web for fan-written continuations? Did you really wish those two, not those two characters from Star Trek had gotten...

A book report isn't just proof to an instructor that you've read the material for a class; it should also be an enticement for others to want to read it, too. In addition, the practice of...

Learn the fundamental steps in creating a Manga series, from character concepts, story ideas, and other tips to help you get your ideas ready for the art table.

Cunning but small Asterix, and huge, dim-witted Obelix, are known the world over as amusing Gallic villagers in combat with their foes, the ancient Romans. The Asterix cartoons were created by...

By following the basic format and script writing techniques, you can create a finely presented script that most producers will at least begin to read. However, without quality content, your script...

Lack artistic skills, but love comic books? Well, you can write your own comic book! However, don't think it's easy to write your own comic book. It takes time, dedication, and creativity.

Suspense novels require a particular sense of mood and timing, a means of ratcheting the reader's tension to unbearable levels and a way of manipulating emotions without appearing crass or...

A lot of people confuse story and plot. You hear it when someone remarks, "Wow, that's a good idea for a plot," when what the speaker really means is the idea sounds like it would make a good...

Book covers contain material on the back of the book and on the flaps of the slip covers. The material on the back of books is written primarily to tease readers with the story in the hope of...

Adapting a play to a prose story offers unique narrative advantages. Budget and the size of a theater are no longer constraints to telling the tale. Prose can expand scenes only hinted at in a...

The best, most popular books have well-developed characters who experience a broad range of emotions. They make you feel what the character is feeling, which invests you in the outcome of the...

If you plan to pursue a career as a first-line reader or editor for a publishing house, you need to be able to not only analyze the core elements of a novel but also be able to assess how it...

Along with DC Comics, Marvel is the final word in four-color superheroes, featuring such iconic characters as Spider-Man, the Avengers and the Fantastic Four. Its universe contains eclectic...

Comic books are light and entertaining, for people of all ages. They usually include fun and colorful cartoon drawings with a light storyline. The characters vary from superheros and strange...

You're writing stories left and right. They're full of wonderful description and searing conflict. But upon review, you notice that when your characters speak to each other, the words seem forced...

This could be the shortest book in the world! Did you ever try writing a novel in just five pages? It isn't as easy as it sounds. You have to write an introduction, and give background information...

Most children's books contain illustrations to go along with the text. It helps engage younger children more readily and lets them follow the action with ease. Because they are tied so closely to...

Comic books start with the writer, who designs a story arc involving the principal characters that can last one issue, several issues or many issues. Big comic book titles at companies such as DC...

Being a story writer, I often find myself being asked ‘HOW do you do it’. I never have thought extensively about it until now and so I thought I would share what I think helps make a good story....

When writing fiction, it is important to give your readers a feel for the characters. Rather than just describe your character, it is much better to let the reader discover the character through...

Characters are the backbone of any story. A well written story can make or break any novel. You want your readers to hate and love your characters. And if you follow the steps below I promise your...

The middle of your story is where all the action happens. This is where the characters battle it out and where you see the huge explosion that results. Without this part - you have no story.

To sell a children's book, you must have an engaging story that will fascinate young readers. The setting and illustrations play a large role, as do the characters themselves. To make them...

Coming up with unique names for characters is one of the many decisions writers make when putting together a story. There are various fun and easy solutions to this common writing dilemma. After...

Anime is an extremely popular form of animation from Japan. It's popular all over the world, and exciting for children and adults alike. The characters are often adorable and heroic, and the plots...

There are many Web pages that allow you to draw comic strips online. Makebeliefscomix.com is one of the best there is. It is easy to use, has a good selection of cute characters and allows you to...

Designing comic books is not that different from any other kind of writing. The key is to proceed step-by-step, breaking the creative process into manageable steps. Be organized and methodical,...

Always wanted to write a book? Want to be an author? Have something you want to share with the world? Here are some great tips how!

People that know how to write may say that writing is a piece of cake and gives no kudos to the people who TRY to write... Well, I am a writer but cannot write a short fan-fic story but can write...

Many dull stories consist of characters who show no emotion throughout the tale. Readers have a difficult time connecting with a protagonist who doesn't display any emotion. When writing a story,...

Most of us are fortunate enough to be born with our five senses intact. Throughout our lives our experience feeds these senses. We develop likes and dislikes. We avoid some things and embrace...

The use of climax in fictional writing is how all writers make their work exciting and action-packed. In order for climax to be effective, it must be both relevant to the story and impact the...

Are you a fanatic of a show or movie? Do you like to write? Then fanfiction is for you. Fanfiction is where you write about your favorite shows, movies and characters. You put them in the...

Bleach is a popular Japanese print and TV anime cartoon series that has been made into a musical, a series of video games and two feature films entitled "Bleach: Memories of Nobody" and "The...

"Cosplay," or costume role-play, is a popular pastime in the anime (Japanese animation) world. Dressing up as your favorite anime character is a way of showing loyalty to a brand, celebrating at...

The key to drawing interesting anime characters is starting with well-proportioned heads. Whether looking straight on or to the side, heads have to be geometrically aligned or they can distract...

One of the reasons that the Naruto saga is so popular with its fans is that they find it easy to identify with Naruto and other cast members in the manga books, television anime episodes and...

The popular Naruto franchise has now licensed three separate versions of the Naruto Ninja Council video game. Ninja Council and Ninja Council 2 were created for the GameBoy Advance platform and...

You can spend a lot of money as a Naruto fan, or you can save your money and find lots of free ways to enjoy the Naruto experience. One of the most popular free online games is at...

There's an art in writing a horror story that has good character development at its core. Without quality, believable characters, your story won't drag readers in and hold them tight until the...

To make history come alive for children is to re-enact vital moments in history. Children get the opportunity to have first-hand experiences at local and national history. They can pretend to be...

Many fans of TV shows and book series love to write their own "fan fiction" stories. It allows them to open their minds and play out the story lines they want to see in their favorite fictional...