Ask Jane: What is an epilogue? Do I need one?

Jane K. Cleland in Discussion with Kathleen Marple Kalb on Mastering Suspense Structure and Plot

Ask Jane: Can you give an example of a thematic unifying principle?

Ask Jane: Can you give an example of a dominant idea as a theme?

Ask Jane: Do my stories need a theme?

Ask Jane: Where do I start when using symbolism in my stories?

Jane Asks: What place changed your view of the world?

Ask Jane: My publisher says I need blurbs. What is a blurb?

Ask Jane: Is it okay to use more description in my story until the action starts

Ask Jane: Is it better to use similes and metaphors when describing a character's face and body?

Jane Asks: If you had an extra bit of money, what would you buy?

Ask Jane: How can I keep my red herrings unpredictable across a series of books?

Ask Jane: How can I show my characters' differences in perceptions or opinions using description?

Ask Jane: Do the principles of writing descriptions in fiction apply to narrative nonfiction?

Ask Jane: Are longer descriptions okay when the setting is a major part of my story?

Ask Jane: What exercises can I use to improve my description writing skills?

Jane Asks: Who led you to change your plans?

Ask Jane: How can I use description to evoke a strong emotional response in readers?

Ask Jane: Do certain genres require more description than others?

Ask Jane: How can I describe an emotion or abstract concept in ways that resonate with readers?

Ask Jane: How far into my thriller should I place the inciting incident?

Jane Asks: Tell me about your name. What do you think about it?

Ask Jane: Are certain transitional words and phrases more suited to literary or genre fiction?

Ask Jane: How do I know when to start a new paragraph?

Ask Jane: What is the ideal length for the chapters in my book?

Ask Jane: When should I indicate scene breaks in my chapters?

Ask Jane: How do I transition points of view without confusing readers?

Ask Jane: How can I use cliffhangers between chapters without them feeling contrived?

Jane Asks: What is your ultimate comfort food?

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