Writing a Manuscript

These pages offer some guidance to writers interested in all forms and genres.

We assume you have stumbled upon our Web site for one reason: you are interested in writing. These pages address the writing processes, which do vary by form and genre. A novel, a play, a software manual, and a screenplay are different; they require different approaches creatively and mechanically.

Throughout the writing process, mechanics and audience expectations are important. A great play might be a rather dull movie, while car chases are a bit difficult to produce on a stage. Novels can span decades or centuries, while a short story must quickly develop characters and tell a story. No two forms of writing are the same and few writers are good at multiple forms.

Writing Topics

General

Elements of Stories

The Small Parts

Bigger Parts

Genre Specifics

 

Citations

Any citation referring to the Tameri Guide for Writers site must name both editors. 

APA:
Schnelbach, S. and Wyatt, C. ( 19 July, 2008 ). Tameri Guide for Writers. [Online]. Available WWW: http://www.tameri.com
MLA:
Schnelbach, S. and Wyatt, C. “Tameri Guide for Writers.” 19 July, 2008 . Online. Internet. [Date Printed]. Available WWW: http://www.tameri.com