
The Technique of the Mystery Story
Crafting Compelling Crime Dramas: Expert Advice on Plotting, Character Development, and Suspenseful TwistsBy Carolyn WellsLength10h 43m
About this audiobook
In "The Technique of the Mystery Story," Carolyn Wells meticulously dissects the genre of mystery fiction, offering readers a comprehensive exploration of its architectural foundations. With a keen literary eye, Wells elucidates the essential components that constitute an engaging mystery, from plot construction and character development to the crucial element of suspense. Written in the early 20th century, the work serves as both a critical analysis and a practical guide, thereby situating itself within a burgeoning literary context where mystery narratives were gaining immense popularity. Her authoritative tone and insightful observations provide a scholarly yet accessible examination that resonates with both aspiring writers and seasoned enthusiasts of the genre. Carolyn Wells was a prolific author whose passion for literature was paralleled by her own extensive experience in writing mysteries and detective stories. Her fluency in the conventions of the genre, combined with her personal endeavors as both a reader and creator of mystery fiction, uniquely positioned her to impart wisdom drawn from years of literary engagement. Wells'Äôs career, spurred by the rise of criminal puzzles in early 20th-century literature, reveals her commitment to refining the craft of mystery writing. This book is highly recommended for anyone interested in the intricacies of storytelling, particularly within the mystery genre. Literary students, budding writers, and genre aficionados alike will find Wells's insights invaluable, as she not only highlights the best practices of crafting compelling narratives but also encourages creative experimentation. "The Technique of the Mystery Story" is an indispensable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of literary construction and the art of intrigue.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length10 hrs 43 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 9, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I - THE ETERNAL CURIOUS
14CHAPTER XIV - DEVIOUS DEVICES
2CHAPTER II - THE LITERATURE OF MYSTERY
15CHAPTER XV - FOOTPRINTS AND FINGERPRINTS
3CHAPTER III - THE HISTORY OF MYSTERY
16CHAPTER XVI - MORE DEVICES
4CHAPTER IV - GHOST STORIES
17CHAPTER XVII - FALSE DEVICES
5CHAPTER V - RIDDLE STORIES
18CHAPTER XVIII - MURDER IN GENERAL
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6CHAPTER VI - DETECTIVE STORIES
19CHAPTER XIX - PERSONS IN THE STORY
7CHAPTER VII - THE DETECTIVE
20CHAPTER XX - THE HANDLING OF THE CRIME
8CHAPTER VIII - DEDUCTION
21CHAPTER XXI - THE MOTIVE
9CHAPTER IX - APPLIED PRINCIPLES
22CHAPTER XXII - EVIDENCE
10CHAPTER X - THE RATIONALE OF RATIOCINATION
23CHAPTER XXIII - STRUCTURE
11CHAPTER XI - CLOSE OBSERVATION
24CHAPTER XXIV - PLOTS
12CHAPTER XII - OTHER DETECTIVES OF FICTION
25CHAPTER XXV - FURTHER ADVICES
13CHAPTER XIII - PORTRAITS
26CHAPTER XXVI - FINAL ADVICES