Writing fiction isn't easy.

The 26 writers and editors-and one writing group-who contributed to this book know exactly how difficult it can be. They've seen the challenges and found the solutions, and they are here to share their hard-won lessons with you. From getting started to choosing a point of view, to adding resonance, crafting an unforgettable villain, advanced editing techniques, and more, Writing Better Fiction has something for writers at every level.

Topics include:

- Dealing with the blank page - Surface problems and story-worthy problems - Understanding point of view - Villains and conflict - Writer's block - Writing stronger scenes - Effective dialogue - Give your writing resonance with elemental tales - Three steps to move from telling to showing

And much more.