Books from Damon Suede about writing.
Activate: A Thesaurus of Actions & Tactics for Dynamic Genre Fiction (Live Wire Writer Guides)
Fiction is action. Activate is an author's thesaurus of dramatic possibilities that will galvanize your characterization and dramatization. Verbalizing any narrative requires specific juicy language with the vibrancy readers crave. This handy writing reference focuses on language's powerhouse: verbs, featuring 5,300 potent options sorted into three useful contexts.
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Fascinating fiction starts with characters who make readers care. This Live Wire Writer Guide presents a simple, effective technique to sharpen your hook, charge your scenes, and amplify your voice whether you’re a beginner or an expert.
For a story to be filled with action, you must use verbs. It's a whole new way of thinking about characters.
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