Über das Schreiben

Sol Stein's wonderful book belongs on every writer's shelf. This manual comes from practical experience. It shows what you need to do to make your text interesting, how to fix a flawed manuscript, and how to improve a good one. Through numerous examples, it demonstrates how to effectively start a book, how to develop fascinating characters, and how to design a viable plot. It explains the central system of conflict construction that is crucial for any storyline and reveals the techniques and secrets of engaging dialogue, making verbal exchanges or sensitive conversations more impactful. In the chapter on tension, he explains how to captivate readers with the text. Stein teaches how to show actions rather than tell about them, how to effectively use flashbacks, and he imparts the art of convincingly portraying love scenes.