Sentences with phrase «readers an interesting character»

Show readers an interesting character with an interesting dilemma.

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Readers and viewers value storytelling for its power to let them identify with the common elements of humanity in characters very different from themselves; if they can't identify, they lose interest fast.

Perhaps of least interest to general readers, of all the scriptures treated in this volume, are those of the Jain faith, simply because they are so monastic in character.

Differentiation: purple = lower blue = middle yellow = higher Resources cover the following: - requirements of the paper - outline of each question on the paper and how long to spend on it - identifying genre, content, characters, settings of Lullaby on first reading - Consider reader responses to the short story and form own - Consider ways that established writers attempt to maintain reader interest - Explore and analyse how Burbridge attempts to maintain reader interest in Lullaby

Without a firm understanding of points 4 - 10, you will be more likely to lose the readers interest, because readers read 70 % for character.

The same basics should still be there: strong voice, great story, compelling characters, interesting plot that grabs readers, strong setting.

By having access to high interest characters from television shows and movies, as well as incorporating existing story lines for which the readers already have... [Read more...]

Using existing characters and allowing other publishers to use the personalization features for their own titles has opened up a whole world of possibilities in the gift book market, emerging reader applications, and low - interest / low - ability level educational segments.

With all her imperfections and foibles, Tess makes for an interesting character, and readers will find themselves easily drawn to her story.

Is it interesting and has the author left anything out that helps the reader understand characters» motives or actions?

Also, the all - important first chapter can benefit from feedback on plot, structure, readability, whether the characters are interesting, and whether the reader might be likely to keep reading One issue I have found, though, is the difference between American and British English, which can hinder editing at first, but I believe this difficulty can be overcome (I'm Australian).

I can view the big picture of a work, suggesting improvements in narrative pacing, scene - building, foreshadowing, backstory, theme, character motivation, and dramatic tension that will capture and retain your readers» interest.

By having access to high interest characters from television shows and movies, as well as incorporating existing story lines for which the readers already have a strong from of reference, students who struggle to read or who do not read for their own enjoyment can experience a whole new world of emerging literacy.

Reid recommends pitching readers high - interest books by starting with an opening line grabber, giving some highlighted plots or characters, and then reading a compelling section of the book.

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Tools like Whispersync, which saves and synchronizes your last page read so you can always pick up where you left off, and X-Ray which allows readers to see all of the passages across a book that mention relevant ideas, fictional characters, historical figures, places, or topics of interest, also come with the Kindle.

With a single tap, readers can see all the passages across a book that mention ideas, fictional characters, historical figures, places, or topics that interest them, as well as more detailed descriptions from Wikipedia and Shelfari, Amazon's community - powered encyclopedia for book lovers.

I am more interested, ultimately, in readers» reactions to the characters than anything, and I didn't want characters that went down too easily.

A compelling plot and interesting secondary characters, especially classmates who are quick to make unfounded accusations and their teacher, who provides wisdom just when it is needed, will leave readers wanting more.

Of course, the love affair between Mamah and Frank is central to the story, but Loving Frank is first and foremost the story of Mamah's life, and although the relationship between her and Frank is interesting, it is the exploration of her character and the period details that impact her life that keep the reader enthralled, as she struggles to reconcile her need to be with Frank, her need to be with her children and perhaps most powerful of all, her need to discover who she is herself.

I believe my mysteries hold the reader's interest because it's the land that makes the good, moral characters what they are.

With an incredibly diverse cast of new characters, two unlikely love interests and emotions that are bigger than the state of Texas, Puddin» will have readers laughing, crying and rooting for these teens as they navigate the tough terrain that is high school and find the strength to persevere when life throws a curveball or two.

The characters are in the dark, the reader is in the dark, and while it's interesting enough, it all moves too slowly to be truly compelling.

With its short, strong, declarative sentences and its knack for keeping kids engaged and returning for more, this ongoing story of a young girl mouse with a hyperactive imagination and a supporting cast of comfortably familiar characters is a great way to keep slightly advanced emergent readers interested and engaged.

This novel (which is apparently the first installment in a new series) isn't as elegantly written or constructed as the authors» popular Special Agent Pendergast novels, but it does — once you get past the backstory — hold the reader's interest, and Gideon is undeniably a big - shouldered character, capable of supporting a series.

Have you written a story with an exciting concept and interesting characters - but it just isn't grabbing the attention of readers or agents?

Something that we are consistently seeing is that the self published reader is much more inclined to show interest in an author with multiple books for sale, especially if a brand around a central character, or group of characters, has been created.

If readers lose interest in your characters, they usually lose interest in the story.

In 2015, I know that my characters can keep having adventures as long as I choose to write them and the readers are interested in reading them.

Along with making sure your book has all the element s of a great story, you also need to make sure your characters are interesting, consistent and an element of your book that draws readers in and keeps them interested.

If my characters lack an agenda; that spark of why they're doing what they're doing, what motivates them and drives them to the conclusions they make, I'll lose the interest of the reader.

The younger readers respond favorably to the interactivity, such as bonus games, touch - screen coloring book applications, and the imagery from their favorite characters; the adults who ultimately purchase the content for their children are primarily interested in quality content that they feel confident in giving to their children, as well as the value of the content at that price point.

The lesson is obvious: your story has to start in the first paragraph, with an interesting character facing some kind of problem that captures the reader's interest or concern, and your very best writing has to be up front.

Just something that would get new readers interested in one or more of the characters in your novels.

Good characters, constant plot changes, unexpected events and elevating action should keep most readers interested enough to keep reading.

IMO the current continuity - heavy product output isn't going to be enough to hold the interest of a reader who has maybe only ever experienced those characters in other media versions.

Sure, you've come up with a nice, tight list of titles for your latest project, but are they catchy enough to pique the interest of a potential reader in 140 characters or less on Twitter?

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Sinclair, a retired private detective, will show attendees how she uses police and investigation suspect information sheets to help craft interesting, memorable characters that readers and reviewers will love.

Being interesting to readers requires the independent author to write great stories with engaging characters.

Their lively comments and replies are interesting — whereas many people in * Openmargin are still exploring the app, typing simple greetings or nonsense characters, in «Game of Thrones» readers discuss Martin's uses of language and debate literary references.

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Characters of Hortensio and Gremio are interesting for readers.

Craft dynamic characters readers are interested in even if they don't like them.

Think of it this way... if you write romance books and your characters / plot always have some sort of tie in to dogs (one is a vet, another runs a shelter for dogs, the love interest is a groomer, etc. then it would be fair to say you aren't just targeting readers of romance... you're targeting dog lovers who read romance.

After the controversy over Go Set a Watchman's «dark» version of the formerly morally upstanding Atticus Finch, The New York Times has published an article showing two sides of the debate: can virtuous characters keep readers interested?

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uses conversations between characters, internal monologuing and its environments to recontextualise what readers of the comic already know for those who don't in a manner that remains just as engaging and interesting to seasoned readers.

Rather than assuming players will know everything about the world already, HIVESWAP: ACT 1 uses conversations between characters, internal monologuing and its environments to recontextualise what readers of the comic already know for those who don't in a manner that remains just as engaging and interesting to seasoned readers.