Books - Creative Focus Publishing

More than just a course giving you the basic elements of fiction story writing, this one helps you tackle challenging areas like plot, conflict, dialogue and more. Learn what makes stories interesting, compelling and marketable.

Getting Ideas

Discover ways to mine resources and learn different approaches to begin writing stories. Also offered, are interesting story ideas from templates provided.

The Success of Stories

What makes a great story? What makes it interesting, readable and marketable? This module will show you what it takes to write compelling fiction.

Designing Plot

At the heart of every good story is a well-constructed plot. An absolute must for fiction writing, learn effective ways to make your plot move your story.

Character, Dialogue & Point of View

Learn how character development and plot work together to make your stories a success. Build reader interest with captivating dialogue, and stretch your story capabilities by experimenting with different points of view.

Scene & Summary

Learn skills inscene building and find out the important differences between writing scene and summary. We’ll also cover revision guidelines and explore publishing options.

This comprehensive course will greatly benefit you in uncovering stories from your life. You will learn to use memory and other research methods to recall your past, organize your thoughts and learn to write individual life stories.

Introduction & Uncovering the Unusual

You will begin to uncover and write about some unusual things you’ve done. We’ll discuss theme and other important story elements.

Exploring Places

You will re-visit some important places that will trigger many important memories of your past. Included is a section on finding deeper meaning in your stories.

Exploring Time Using Timelines

You will learn a variety of timelines you can do as a way of organizing portions of your life story.

Personal Archeology

You will search your personal files for photos & favorite heirlooms and discover the importance of using and including these in your life story. You will also learn about other research and interviewing ideas.

Finishing Touches

In this final module, you will learn more about theme and also how to use proverbs. I provide you with some important tips on how to evaluate your own story. There is also a note about publishing your life story.

This is an excellent course that introduces you to different kinds of writing. It also offers several writing techniques necessary for whatever kind of writing you pursue – whether it’s fiction or non-fiction.

Exploring the Journal

A popular form of writing, you will benefit by exploring ideas from your own life and beyond. You will also discover ways to journal for personal pleasure and profit.

Exploring the Essay

An important form of writing designed to help you learn how to uncover or expand on areas of particular interest or expertise; or, become an expert in any given area. A variety of essay models are discussed.

Exploring Poetry

Learn essential poetic devices and literary techniques necessary for every kind of writing, including fiction and non-fiction. Plus -- try your hand at a poem or two.

Exploring Story Writing

We will discuss important story elements, and together, build a fiction story from start to finish.

Exploring Language (Description, Senses, Vivid writing & More)

You will learn basic "tricks of the trade" through effective exercises that will boost your word power and benefit you in all forms of writing.