Susan Hill deftly uses horror tropes in her classic gothic horror novel, The Woman in Black. In this article, I review which tropes she uses and how Hill uses them to create a modern classic horror novel.
Category: How to Plot a Novel
The Arc of the Specters: Revealing the Role of Dickens’ Ghosts in A Christmas Carol
The ghosts in Dickens’ A Christmas Carol each play a unique role in the story’s plot. Using Dan Harmon’s Story Circle, we can reveal their part in the plot.
How to plot a mystery novel using Save the Cat
Want to plot a mystery novel but not sure where to start? Start with a solid structure like Save the Cat. This article will show you how – with examples.