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What can you learn about fiction writing from watching - and rewatching - Buffy the Vampire Slayer? Anything and everything about creating gripping plots, building three-dimensional, and weaving in themes that will speak to your audience long after your novel or screenplay ends. In this book, story coach and novelist L. M. Lilly delves into each episode of the first half of Season Three of the cult TV series. She looks at how the writers construct gripping plots, arc characters throughout the series, and weave in themes and subplots that break the viewers' hearts. All of which adds up to stories that are still gaining new audience members decades later. Each chapter includes questions to help you improve your own writing and storytelling by: Crafting turns that spin your story in surprising yet believable waysWeaving in themes that speak to your audienceShowing character growth and emotion through words, gestures, and small momentsCutting to subplots at key moments for maximum emotional impactAnd moreIf you love Buffy, and you love creating stories - or just taking them apart to see how they work - this book is for you.Order your copy today.

Her Sister's Death Has Haunted Her Entire Life....In this gripping new novel from bestselling author Lisa M. Lilly, lawyer Quille C. Davis is determined to solve the cold case murder of her sister.Shortly after that sister went missing almost forty years ago, her body turned up in a grave with that of another little girl. The killer was never found.Quille's parents were devastated and never fully recovered from the loss, made even more tragic because they are still the lead suspects in both murders.Now, after investigating other crimes successfully, Quille turns to her sister's cold case, delving deep into a web of deceit that stretches back decades.Someone is bent on stopping her at any cost. But Quille vows to make her parents proud and bring them peace. Even if it means putting herself in danger, she'll stop at nothing to achieve justice. But will Quille find the killer, or become the next victim?Filled with twists and turns, The Forgotten Man is a page-turning mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end.

Thinking of writing a novel this year?Writing and finishing a novel can feel overwhelming. And, if you're like most writers, you need to fit writing around other responsibilities and goals.Maybe you're working at a separate job or profession, raising a family, or pursuing a degree (or all of the above).But there's good news.No matter what else is happening in your life, you can write a novel in a year.The One-Year Novelist walks you through the steps week-by-week, taking you from idea to finished draft. It also includes ways to strengthen your commitment so you'll be sure to finish in a year.This book is for you if:You've been meaning to write a novel for a while but aren't sure how to find the timeYou started novels before but never quite made it to the finish lineYou finished a novel before but felt like it took too longThis plan will work whether you can follow the age-old advice of writing at the same time every week or day or whether you need more flexibility because you never have a regular schedule.Get your Large Print copy of The One-Year Novelist today so you can start - and finish - your novel.

How much fun can you have revisiting the TV series you loved?More than you ever imagined. And you'll pick up a few things about storytelling, too.Bestselling author L. M. Lilly takes apart Episodes 1-11 of Season Two of Joss Whedon's cult TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer. She examines key plot turns, character arcs, metaphors, and themes to figure out how Buffy created:Stories that break your heart and make you long for more;Characters who grow in surprising yet believable ways;Dialogue that's cleverer and more fun than any in the real world; andUniversal themes that somehow speak directly to you.If you love Buffy, and you love creating stories - or just taking them apart to see how they work - this book is for you.Based on the internationally-popular podcast Buffy and the Art of Story.

What can you learn about fiction writing, storytelling, and plot structure by watching Buffy the Vampire Slayer?More than you ever imagined.In this book, bestselling author and writing coach L. M. Lilly takes apart every episode in the second half of Season Two of the cult TV series. She looks at how Buffy builds dramatic tension, creates gripping character and relationship arcs, subverts audience expectations, and tells stories that still speak to fans decades later.Each chapter includes questions to help you improve your own writing and storytelling by:Creating fascinating villainsConveying exposition while keeping a fast paceBuilding to a stunning climaxWeaving in themes that resonate with readersAnd moreIf you love Buffy, and you love creating stories - or just taking them apart to see how they work - this book is for you.Get your copy and start writing better fiction by watching Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

He wants his father's killer found, but his secrets kept. Will investigating while hiding the truth make her the next victim?Until now, Chicago lawyer Quille C. Davis has investigated crimes, but only to help people she loves. Now she's been hired to solve the murder of a well-known class action attorney.The victim died with a secret. Quille suspects it relates to his fascination with UFOs, an interest he shared with his long-time girlfriend. But the truth is hard to come by, as secrets abound and no one who knew him is willing to tell her everything - even if it means a killer goes free.Quille is determined to solve the murder and prove she can succeed as a paid private investigator. But how can she find the truth when everyone around her strives to hide it?And will the secrets she finally uncovers cause her - or someone she loves - to become the next victim?The Hidden Man is the fifth book in the Q.C. Davis Mystery series, but it stands alone. If you enjoy clever sleuths, follow-the-clues mysteries, and life-and-death stakes without graphic violence or sex, then you'll love Lisa M. Lilly's exciting new addition to the series.Order today to unravel this gripping mystery.

He wants his father's killer found, but his secrets kept. She vows to solve the murder no matter what. Will what she doesn't know eventually kill her? Find out by following the clues today.

A new beginning. A terrible ending. Unearthing the facts may prove fatal...Quille C. Davis looks forward to growing her Chicago law firm and living with the man of her dreams. But the buried heartache from her sister's unsolved murder comes flooding back when she finds her lover dead.Driven by a lingering mistrust of the police and convinced their finding of suicide is wrong, she vows to uncover the truth no matter what.With the help of her late boyfriend's teenage son, Quille follows the clues into a tangled web of malpractice suits and scandalous business dealings. But the deeper she digs into the man's past, the more she fears someone wants her silenced.Can Quille catch a killer and clear her beloved's name before she becomes the next victim?The Worried Man is the page-turning first book in the snappy Q.C. Davis mystery series. If you like clever amateur sleuths, fast-paced action, and psychological suspense without graphic violence or sex, then you'll love Lisa M. Lilly's gripping novel.Buy The Worried Man to untwist the lies today!

Eager to write a novel but find yourself staring at a blank screen?Spending too much time rewriting early chapters without moving on?Reached the middle of your novel only to freeze or slow down?Unlike most books on writer's block, Write On not only helps get the words flowing but targets issues specific to novelists. And because there are many different reasons writers get stuck, this book avoids one-size-fits-all-advice.Instead, it offers insights, exercises, and questions aimed at sorting out what might be standing in your way so you can write more freely and easily. Among other things, you'll learn to:· Come up with ideas for your novel (and choose the best one)· Understand your writing process, overcome doubts, and get your first draft onto the page· Stay excited and motivated as you near the middle of your novel where many writers falter· Deal with fears and life challenges that may slow you downReady to start - and finish - your novel?Get Write On: How To Overcome Writer's Block So You Can Write Your Novel today.

This week-by-week workbook sets out clear steps to write your novel in one year while keeping up with the rest of your life. Works whether you can write each day or need a more flexible schedule, and whether or not you prefer to outline first.

No matter what type of fiction you write, what draws readers in is the characters.If the reader doesn't care about the characters, the most gripping plot won't carry the day.So how do you get readers to care?Character diagrams, checklists, and charts can only take you so far.You need to know your characters-and love (or hate) them-just as you do real people, which means learning about your characters from the inside out.In Creating Compelling Characters you'll explore your characters from the inside so you can:understand their hopes, fears, and motivationslearn what drives them to do what they docreate living, breathing characters rather than cardboard cutoutsUsing questions and prompts designed to help you peer into your characters' hearts and minds and examples from popular books and classics such as Gone Girl, The Dead Zone, and Pride and Prejudice, bestselling novelist Lisa M. Lilly (writing as L. M. Lilly) helps you create real, engaging characters that will keep readers turning pages.Ready to start building fascinating characters? Get Creating Compelling Characters today.

A Clear, Simple Workbook To Help Your 6th - 8th Grader Write A NovelHow To Write A Novel guides sixth through eighth grade students through the novel-writing process.This workbook covers five simple steps. Using them, your child or student can develop a story idea, create key characters and plot turns, and finish a well-written novel.Examples from the award-winning novel The Giver and the film Toy Story illustrate each step. The book also uses specific prompts and questions to help the writer build conflict and keep readers engaged.At the same time, the structure is open enough to keep the writing process fun and imaginative.This is a wonderful way for students and children to learn fiction writing skills, better understand how stories are constructed, and feel the satisfaction of completing their own novels.Help your child start a novel today.

Asking What If? and imagining the worst possible outcome ratchets up conflict in stories. But for that very reason, in real life it can create or heighten anxiety. So do many other habits writers and creative people develop.But it doesn't need to be that way.You can use your imagination to create a calmer, happier life.In this book you'll learn:Techniques to derail anxious thoughts you otherwise repeat;Ways to talk to yourself and others that promote calm rather than reinforce worry;Specific, targeted exercises to direct your creative mind and imagination in a positive way;How and when to write and rewrite the best parts of your life for greater happiness;and more.Part memoir, part How To, Happiness, Anxiety, and Writing explains clear, simple steps to lower anxiety and stress, solve problems, and increase happiness. It includes examples from the author's own journey from being gripped by anxiety to a healthier, happier life.Start becoming calmer and happier today.

Quille's Long-Lost Friend Begs Her To Prove His Innocence. But What If He's A Killer?Chicago lawyer Quille C. Davis gets a desperate midnight call from long-lost friend Caleb.His boss is dead, and he's the prime suspect.Afraid the police have made up their minds, Caleb asks Quille to go undercover to investigate his mysterious employer, Seminar. Seminar says it's a self-improvement company…or is it a cult? The more she delves into Seminar and gets to know its charismatic founder, the more danger Quille stirs up.With no one at Seminar to trust, even Caleb, can Quille discover the killer before she becomes the next victim? The Fractured Man is the third book in the Q.C. Davis series, though each novel stands alone. If you enjoy bold and quick-witted detective heroines, fast-paced suspense, and life-and-death stakes, then you'll love Lisa M. Lilly's exciting new addition to the series.

She loved him, but did she know him?The night before they plan to move in together, Quille finds the man she loves dead in his apartment.Police point to his failed medical career and past alcoholism as evidence of suicide. His ex-wife agrees.But Marco's son insists his father was happy, sober, and excited about his future with Quille.Suspicious of the police based on her own tragic family history, Quille vows to find the truth and help Marco's son. Using her skills as an attorney and former stage actress, she investigates a world filled with fraud and corrupt Chicago politics.The closer she gets to the truth, though, the less likely she is to survive to tell it….The Worried Man is perfect for fans of Sara Paretsky, Elly Griffiths, and Jonathan Kellerman.