The Upside of Down

Purchase “Hmmm,” the doctor muttered. Natalie wrinkled her forehead, almost afraid to ask, and said, “What does that mean?” “You do know you’re pregnant, right?” Her...

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Writing Fiction: Foreshadowing

by Rebecca Talley on December 8, 2010 - 0 comments

Don’t underestimate the power of foreshadowing. A common complaint from readers is that something happens in a novel “too unexpectedly.” If that’s the case, the author has neglected to foreshadow the event properly. Foreshadowing is an art. Giving too little …

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Altared Plans

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