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A good story is like a motorcycle. All the parts move together and move forward. (7-8-99)
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Writer’s Hint: Characterization
From Leonard Bishop, Author of Dare to be a Great Writer: Readers want extravagant forms of behavior. This makes them [The characters] larger than life. (6-21-96) ©by Leonard Bishop
Closet Writers Usually Turn To Dust
By Leonard Bishop There is a reason why many writers do not remain in the small towns of Kansas to achieve their recognition. There are no writing environments to keep them. A “writing environment” is a place where inexperienced … Continue reading
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Writing Hint: Narration
From Leonard Bishop, author of Dare to be a Great Writer Narration saves bulk. Use it! Start as though you are writing headlines. (5/15/97) ©by Leonard Bishop
Writing Hint: Continuity
From Leonard Bishop, author of Dare to be a Great Writer Continuity returns portions of what we already read into current material and extends it into the future. (6/5/96) ©by Leonard Bishop
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Writing Hint: Creating Powerful, Dramatic Scenes
From Leonard Bishop, Author of Dare to be a Great Writer Always know a scene can get shorter. Your first priority is information, then visual action, physical and historical background, succinct and authentic dialogue, extended imagery, and finally, ask, “Does … Continue reading
Multiple Viewpoints
Coming to this site: We will be featuring Leonard Bishop, a best-selling author and writing teacher. We hope you are entertained and enlightened. He always did that for us, his family, fellow writers, and students. We hope to pass it … Continue reading
Writer’s Hint: The Power of Invention
From Leonard Bishop, Author of Dare To Be a Great Writer The writer’s mind is a steel room with a bullet ricocheting inside (12/15/98)
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