Drawing on cutting-edge research into genre fiction and trauma theory, is an essential resource for all fiction writers wanting to explore and include trauma themes. Inside you'll discover how to manage and limit 'trauma triggers' in your readers, while combining trauma elements to create unique subgenres. You will learn how to develop the trauma arc in your writing and understand what trauma is and what it is not. You will also become familiar with the nine major trauma responses, recognise the range of post-trauma effects, and truly gain insight into the impact of trauma on relationships, whether romantic or non-romantic.
A leading expert in literary and post-trauma research, Dr Alicia Leigh reveals both orthodox and unorthodox trauma recovery techniques ad shows how to apply this information to characters and plot. In a world where trauma awareness is more critical than ever, this book provides timely guidance for writers at all stages of their careers by outlining a step-by-step approach to crafting trauma in an authentic, accurate, and sensitive way. Whether completing a first novel or refining a final draft, is an invaluable resource for crafting stories that resonate and heal.
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Dr Leigh is an emerging trauma theorist and author of over 20 romance novels and 2 non-fiction writing books. Her PhD thesis - recognised as one of the 'top 10% of outstanding theses in the field' - identified the post-trauma romance subgenre and several innovative trauma theories. Her masters degree research resulted in the publication of the best-selling non-fiction title, The Romance Novel Formula. She uses her postgraduate degrees in counselling and psychology to create believable, three-dimensional characters and plots. Her certificates of achievement in forensic science and forensic anthropology help her to create realistic crime elements in her stories.When not writing, reading, teaching, editing, researching, or enjoying nature, she can be found having fun with her three gorgeous children (plus one laid back dog and one temperamental cat). She is active on social media and encourages readers to interact with her there. Her fiction is written under the pseudonyms A.K. Leigh and Leigh Hatchmann.Professional websitewww.yourromancebookdoctor.com*Dr A.K. Leigh: Your Romance Book Doctor*Author websitewww.fallinlovewithleigh.com*Fall in Love ... with Leigh*