In her book, Joan Lowery covers each aspect of writing mysteries, in easy-to-follow steps and provides many examples for each. Not only does the author succeed in teaching you the "how-to" of mystery writing, she manages to spark new ideas through her examples.
This book is a "must have" for anyone interested in writing mysteries for children. The information is so clearly presented that once read, you have a firm grasp about what mystery chapters should contain, planting false clues, and writing scenes... more info
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Writing Mysteries for Young People is an indispensible reference... If a writer wants to write a mystery for children, this book gives specific directions. Writers will be able to pick up a mystery and spot the tried-and-true framework that marks a successful mystery novel (or pick apart a poor one). All the information a writer needs to know is there. Learn what a "plant" is. Make a chart to show where all characters are at any given moment in the course of the mystery so alert readers are satisfied... more info
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