› › Taken A Romantic Mystery

Writing a Romance Novel For Dummies

Author : Victorine Lieske

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 391 pages

File Size : 28,84 MB

Release : 2023-01-16

Category : Language Arts & Disciplines

ISBN : 1119989051

Get eBook

Book Description

Get your romance (writing) on! Writing a Romance Novel For Dummies is the only reference aspiring writers need to get their careers off to the right start. Fully updated to reflect the industry's latest trends and secrets, this book helps you understand what makes a great novel, so you can hone your craft and write books people want to read. We break down the romance subgenres, give you expert tips on plotting and pacing, and walk you through the process of finding an agent and getting published in today’s competitive market—or self-publishing like many six-figure authors are doing. For aspiring writers longing to find success in the industry, Writing a Romance Novel For Dummies is easy to read, highly informative, and a must-have! Refine your writing to craft engaging stories readers can’t put down Find a route to publication that works for you—mainstream, or self-published Understand the ins and outs of the romance genre and its subgenres Learn how to get your work noticed in the popular world of romantic fiction This Dummies guide is perfect for beginning writers who want advice on writing and publishing a successful romance novel. It’s also a great reference for accomplished writers looking to level up their romance game.



DIY MFA

Author : Gabriela Pereira

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 306 pages

File Size : 48,3 MB

Release : 2016-07-08

Category : Language Arts & Disciplines

ISBN : 1599639343

Get eBook

Book Description

Get the Knowledge Without the College! You are a writer. You dream of sharing your words with the world, and you're willing to put in the hard work to achieve success. You may have even considered earning your MFA, but for whatever reason--tuition costs, the time commitment, or other responsibilities--you've never been able to do it. Or maybe you've been looking for a self-guided approach so you don't have to go back to school. This book is for you. DIY MFA is the do-it-yourself alternative to a Master of Fine Arts in creative writing. By combining the three main components of a traditional MFA--writing, reading, and community--it teaches you how to craft compelling stories, engage your readers, and publish your work. Inside you'll learn how to: • Set customized goals for writing and learning. • Generate ideas on demand. • Outline your book from beginning to end. • Breathe life into your characters. • Master point of view, voice, dialogue, and more. • Read with a "writer's eye" to emulate the techniques of others. • Network like a pro, get the most out of writing workshops, and submit your work successfully. Writing belongs to everyone--not only those who earn a degree. With DIY MFA, you can take charge of your writing, produce high-quality work, get published, and build a writing career.



The Truth Sleuth

Author : Jacqueline Seewald

Publisher : Five Star Trade

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 37,22 MB

Release : 2011

Category : Clairvoyants

ISBN : 9781594149634

Get eBook

Book Description

In this fast-paced, contemporary mystery novel, librarian Kim Reynolds is in for major shocks when her normally sedate life takes some surprisingly dangerous twists and turns. Kim finds the body of high school student Sammy Granger and becomes involved in a complex murder investigation that includes police detective Mike Gardner.



The Runaway Heiress

Author : Meg Tilly

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 369 pages

File Size : 18,83 MB

Release : 2021-07-27

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 0593201094

Get eBook

Book Description

“You'll stay up long past your bedtime to finish this fast-paced thrill ride where a couple runs up against the dark side of human nature and an enemy who will stop at nothing to get what he wants.”—#1 New York Times bestselling author Christine Feehan A brave woman on the run from her vindictive husband faces a dangerous path in the thrilling new romantic suspense novel from Oscar-nominated actress Meg Tilly. Sarah Rainsford has been on the run for more than three years. She's changed identities yet again in hopes of throwing her violent estranged husband, a police lieutenant, off her trail. Since she's still legally married to him, and he is willing to bend any laws to get his hands on her inheritance, he'll stop at nothing to locate her. With a new name and fake ID papers, she lands a job as a personal assistant to none other than Hollywood's golden boy director Mick Talford. He's a difficult client but she senses hidden depths to him. Once Mick and Sarah combine forces in a desperate attempt to keep Sarah out of harm's way, they build a strong bond . . . but with danger trailing them, is it enough to keep them both alive?



Track of the Cat

Author : Nevada Barr

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 276 pages

File Size : 29,14 MB

Release : 2003-06-03

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 9780425190838

Get eBook

Book Description

THE FIRST ANNA PIGEON NOVEL—WINNER OF THE AGATHA AWARD. The fascinating hero of Nevada Barr’s award-winning series—park ranger Anna Pigeon—has brought an unyielding love of nature and sense of fair play to the mystery genre. Track of the Cat is the acclaimed novel that first introduced readers to Anna, as a woman looking for peace in the wilderness—and finding murder instead… Patrolling the remote West Texas backcountry, Anna’s first job as a national park ranger is marred by violence she thought she had left behind: the brutal death of a fellow ranger. When the cause of death is chalked up to a mountain lion attack, Anna’s rage knows no bounds. It’s up to her to save the protected cats from the politics and prejudices of the locals—and prove the kill was the work of a species far less rare…



Her Risk To Take

Author : Toni Anderson

Publisher : Toni Anderson Inc.

Page : 79 pages

File Size : 45,85 MB

Release : 2014-12-15

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 099390890X

Get eBook

Book Description

Enjoy this short, steamy, Western Romantic Suspense by New York Times bestselling author Toni Anderson, set on a Montana ranch at Christmas. She’s everything he doesn’t deserve. And when danger strikes, everything he stands to lose. ER doc Sarah Sullivan has a problem. And he sleeps about a hundred yards away in the Triple H bunkhouse. On Christmas Eve, she offers Cal Landon her heart—and he turns her down flat. But even as Cal pulls away, Sarah refuses to give up because she can’t imagine a life without him. Working in the ranch’s clean, frostbitten air, cowboy Cal Landon is able to put his past behind him—almost. Off the ranch, no one lets him forget he’s an ex-con. With the Sullivan’s finally getting back on their feet, he should be moving on—far away from the temptation named Sarah. A woman who haunts his every thought. A woman who’s way too good for the likes of him. A woman, when she’s trapped in a dangerous hostage crisis, he would give his life to protect… Her Risk to Take is a 20K-word novella that was written as a follow-up to Her Sanctuary. All books can be read as standalones. A hot romantic story with a guaranteed happily ever after that is set on a snowy ranch during the holiday season. It contains strong language and sexy times. For fans of Janie Crouch, Brittney Sahin, Anna Hackett, and Riley Edwards.



The Girl Who Was Taken

Author : Charlie Donlea

Publisher : Pinnacle Books

Page : 399 pages

File Size : 20,26 MB

Release : 2018-03-27

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 0786041455

Get eBook

Book Description

The bestselling author of Twenty Years Later delivers a chilling thriller where nothing is at it seems and each reveal is more shocking than the last…right up to the jaw-dropping final twist. “A gripping thriller that will blow readers away." –Mary Kubica, New York Times bestselling author on Don’t Believe It “A superb storyteller.” —Robert Dugoni, New York Times bestselling author Two abducted girls—one who returns, one who doesn’t. The night they go missing, high school seniors Nicole Cutty and Megan McDonald are at a beach party in their small town of Emerson Bay, North Carolina. Police launch a massive search, but hope is almost lost—until Megan escapes from a bunker deep in the woods. . . . A year later, the bestselling account of her ordeal has made Megan a celebrity. It’s a triumphant story, except for one inconvenient detail: Nicole is still missing. Nicole’s older sister, Livia, a fellow in forensic pathology, expects that one day soon Nicole’s body will be found and her sister’s fate determined. Instead, the first clue comes from another body—that of a young man connected to Nicole’s past. Livia reaches out to Megan to learn more about that fateful night. Other girls have disappeared, and she’s increasingly sure the cases are connected. Megan knows more than she revealed in her book. Flashes of memory are pointing to something more monstrous than she described. And the deeper she and Livia dig, the more they realize that sometimes true terror lies in finding exactly what you’ve been looking for . . . “A fast-moving page-turner. . . . Donlea skillfully maximizes suspense by juggling narrators and time all the way to the shocking final twists.” —Publishers Weekly “Well worth the read.” —Booklist “Donlea’s sophomore effort is solid. He keeps the reader guessing and second-guessing until the end, thanks to an expertly crafted abundance of potential suspects.” —Library Journal



An Heiress's Guide to Deception and Desire

Author : Manda Collins

Publisher : Hachette UK

Page : 352 pages

File Size : 10,78 MB

Release : 2021-11-16

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 0349428026

Get eBook

Book Description

Former lovers become reluctant allies in this delightfully witty historical rom-com from the bestselling author of A Lady's Guide to Mischief and Mayhem - for fans of Evie Dunmore, Enola Holmes and Netflix's Bridgerton! England, 1866: Miss Caroline Hardcastle has finally found purpose in her life, bringing attention to insidious crimes against women. But her parents' unexpected return from the Continent jeopardizes Caro's hard-won freedom. They present her with an ultimatum: marry into a title . . . or else. Caro is confident that no gentleman would wed an on-the-shelf journalist, no matter how large her dowry is. But when a dear friend goes missing, Caro finds her best ally is also the nobleman she once dreamed of marrying. Ever since a devastating heartbreak in his younger years, Lord Valentine Thorn has stayed clear of the parson's trap. Only now, with the lineage in danger, does Val agree to find a bride - with the condition his heart remains unattached. But when his cousin becomes entangled in the disappearance of a young actress, Val finds the only one with any answers is also the only woman he ever dreamed of marrying. Despite their complicated history, Caro and Val reluctantly agree to an alliance, vowing to ignore the passion that still burns between them. Yet with danger growing nearer, can they move forward from the past - before death does them part? Praise for Manda Collins 'Witty, intelligent, and hard to put down, you'll love A Lady's Guide to Mischief and Mayhem' Rachel Van Dyken 'Manda Collins heats up the ballroom and writes romance to melt even the frostiest duke's heart' Tessa Dare, New York Times bestselling author 'Utterly charming' Popsugar 'Manda Collins is a delight! I read A Lady's Guide to Mischief and Mayhem waaay past my bedtime, absorbed by its spot-on period detail, the well-crafted characters, and, of course, the intriguing mystery. Brava!' Elizabeth Hoyt, New York Times bestselling author 'Mystery, romance, and an indomitable heroine make for a brisk, compelling read' Madeline Hunter, New York Times bestselling author 'Manda Collins writes sexy and smart historical romance, with a big dash of fun' Vanessa Kelly, USA Today bestselling author 'Sexy, thrilling, romantic . . . Manda Collins makes her Regency world a place any reader would want to dwell' Kieran Kramer, USA Today bestselling author



Stolen

Author : Lucy Christopher

Publisher : Scholastic Inc.

Page : 270 pages

File Size : 40,64 MB

Release : 2014-01-07

Category : Young Adult Fiction

ISBN : 0545361117

Get eBook

Book Description

A stunning debut novel with an intriguing literary hook: written in part as a letter from a victim to her abductor. Sensitive, sharp, captivating!Gemma, 16, is on layover at Bangkok Airport, en route with her parents to a vacation in Vietnam. She steps away for just a second, to get a cup of coffee. Ty--rugged, tan, too old, oddly familiar--pays for Gemma's drink. And drugs it. They talk. Their hands touch. And before Gemma knows what's happening, Ty takes her. Steals her away. The unknowing object of a long obsession, Gemma has been kidnapped by her stalker and brought to the desolate Australian Outback. STOLEN is her gripping story of survival, of how she has to come to terms with her living nightmare--or die trying to fight it.



Go For Broke

Author : Daisy Knox

Publisher : Boroughs Publishing Group

Page : 216 pages

File Size : 36,88 MB

Release : 2021-09-11

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 9781953810793

Get eBook

Book Description

NO MIDDLE GROUND Cady Blackwell is a victim of her own bad judgment: dating the biggest losers, attracting a stalker, and unknowingly accepting a job that's gotta be illegal. She can't quit until she finds a way to protect herself from being framed for her bosses' crimes, plus she wants to stay alive and out of prison. But nothing's easy when she's distracted by a charming financier and a f-boy detective. She's in way over her head, and she's fighting for her life. Her only chance for survival is to put her faith in the instincts she stopped trusting long ago. It's time to go for broke, which will either save her or cost her everything.