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Twenty Master Plots and How to Build Them by Ronald B. Tobias · Booklabria

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Twenty Master Plots and How to Build Them

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First published: 1993
Language: English
Editions: 6

Synopsis

The best stories linger in the hearts and minds of readers for decades. These tales gain their power through plots that connect with the audience on both an emotional and intellectual level. Inside Ronald B. Tobias details these 20 time-tested plots. Each is discussed and analyzed, illustrating how a successful plot integrates all the elements of a story. Tobias then shows you how to use these plots effectively in your own work.

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