Books & Authors - September 2007

I'm trying to write a rural/country story, but am having a hard time coming up with a good/basic plot. I find myself writing good scenes, but there really isn't a plot; it's more like someone recollecting their boyhood experiences. I would like my story to incorporate elements from a variety of sources, but not steal their plot ideas. Some of the specific sources that are inspiring my story are: Tom Sawyer & Huck Finn, Little house on the Prarie, Christy, recollections from people on their childhood experiences, etc.

If you could point me to a web site that could help me with my "plot problem" and/or come up with some interesting plot ideas yourself, that would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

P.S. If you have any suggestions on how to deal with this problem of "plot finding" for stories of different genres as well, that would be welcomed too.

2007-09-24 15:30:22 · 3 answers · asked by Christian 1

has to be fiction and about 100-150 pages

2007-09-24 15:25:37 · 6 answers · asked by NEpatriots12 2

I have to write an essay on the book Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, and we're supposed to provide examples of tone and mood. Any help? The best answer gets 10 points (obviously)

Thank you

2007-09-24 15:02:09 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm writing a novel now, and it seems as I am making the story move to fast. Are there any ideas on how to make a story flow better with the speed?

2007-09-24 14:34:01 · 8 answers · asked by Ta-Dah! 1

okay this is just for fun and i dont care if i get info off here but what are ways people can commit sucide (rember its a story) relly creative it hads to be for two people. Parents. i need some helpin

2007-09-24 14:07:33 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

For people who have read his books--do you recommend his books to me?

And if so--which one(s)??

2007-09-24 12:52:49 · 8 answers · asked by moonii 3

i just did a book report on it but i dont think i cought the plot or what ever it was and well i really did not understand the book that much i thought it was boring im sorry for those who like the book im not going to talk bad about it bu that was my opinion

2007-09-24 12:37:43 · 2 answers · asked by a_torres 3

i will pcik you for bestanswer and i would love you forever!


thanks SO SO SO SO SO much!!!

2007-09-24 12:32:58 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

i want some good books. :)
please write the author & title, i would really appreciate it.

2007-09-24 12:16:25 · 9 answers · asked by christinaCHAMBERLAIN__777 2

What kind of fiction do you feel you learn from and makes you a better person? Examples would be fantastic!

2007-09-24 12:08:09 · 4 answers · asked by okei 4

Hi,
My friends Birthday 12th is in October and I have been trying to think of something to get her... Well she really loves to read, so I thought I would get her a Couple of Books or a Book Series...
But I can't think of any good Book's!

Do you have any Book Ideas for a 12 Year old, Chirstan Girl?
Any other gift ideas appritiated!

2007-09-24 11:48:34 · 8 answers · asked by Megan 3

Help please.

2007-09-24 11:24:30 · 4 answers · asked by fishcantswim 5

Two quetions
1. Why are vampires portrayed as beautiful creatures in all books?

2. What are some good books on vampires( for teens 14-17) other than the Twilight series, Blue Bloods and The silver Kiss

Thanx!

2007-09-24 11:13:16 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

Like, can you break it down for me? It's a bit confusing to me and I have to do a presentation on it.

2007-09-24 11:08:50 · 3 answers · asked by Duchess of Cookieshire 6

Is the 2nd book as good as the first one?? I just finished the first one and it was AWESOME!!!! It was easy to understand and it was the best book I've read since Harry Potter. Also, I was wondering, will they have a movie for it??

2007-09-24 10:59:07 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I mean, REALLY made you cry! Like a new born babe thats hungry and needs a diaper change.

The last book I remember crying to was...Where the Red Fern Grows.

Gawd, that book made me bawl...of course, I was like 13...

OH, and the Lord of the Rings: Return of the King made me cry, it was just SO awesome.

2007-09-24 10:44:41 · 32 answers · asked by Anonymous

Good books for a girl in the 13-15 range? I like a lot of different genres.

2007-09-24 10:41:29 · 12 answers · asked by Annelise 4

2007-09-24 10:29:38 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I love reading historical fiction books, especially about the pioneers, but any type I love. Any suggestions?

2007-09-24 10:13:48 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I recently read some of Janette Oke's romantic pioneer novels and loved them. I was wondering if anyone had some good romantic historical fiction they could reccomend to me?

2007-09-24 09:59:00 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm doing a timeline and can't find it anywhere. Does anyone else know???

2007-09-24 09:45:34 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

The Crucible by Arthur Miller
Walden by Henry David Thoreau
Ethan Frome by Edith Wharton
Moby Dick by Herman Melville

and

Daisy miller by Henry James
The Awakening by Kate Chopin
As I lay dying by William Faulkner

2007-09-24 09:42:18 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

An author has never been to my town, my favorite writer, the only person I would ever want to meet (celebrity-wise). They are going on tour in Oct/Nov, what can I do?

2007-09-24 09:33:26 · 3 answers · asked by Junior 1

I am writing a fantasy novel and am struggling. what are some hints and tips

2007-09-24 09:24:04 · 3 answers · asked by VampireGal04 2

i saw the 1990 movie and then i read a critic saying that the "simon scene" which was apparently the most important scene of the book wasnt in the movie. what happens in this scene?

2007-09-24 09:22:51 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

the book 'silas marner'

2007-09-24 09:12:25 · 4 answers · asked by mott 1

Firstly...what the heck are they?! Secondly...how do you purposefully create a sentence with one in it? And thirdly...how can I understand how to diagram them? O_O I need urgent help!!!

2007-09-24 09:03:20 · 2 answers · asked by converse_girl91 3

i am loooking for a series of fiction books whos main characters are Lincoln Rhymes and Amelia Sachs. All i know is that it is a crime book, if anyone can help me i would be much gratefull

2007-09-24 09:01:54 · 6 answers · asked by umbongo1984 3

I have a bunch, and i would really like to get them published, if thats possible. Any idea how I could do it?

2007-09-24 08:50:37 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-24 08:31:50 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous