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SeraphTree
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Sat Jan 19, 2008 2:07 am
SeraphTree says... · Sat Jan 19, 2008 2:07 am
I want to write a novel similar to Jane Austin and Emily Bronte's work, but I don't want to lose my voice. I am currently reading Wuthering Heights, but I'm not sure that will help. :)
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Sat Jan 19, 2008 2:21 am
Sleeping Valor says... · Sat Jan 19, 2008 2:21 am
Reading books written by other people will only help you get a feel for the genre and maybe inspire you, but it might not be as helpful for helping you keep your story original. Do you want your book to be similar in plot or in writing style?
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Sun Jan 20, 2008 10:08 am
SeraphTree says... · Sun Jan 20, 2008 10:08 am
I was thinking plot. The thing is, I don't know very much about that sort of novel, so that's why I'm reading them. :D:D:D
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Sun Jan 20, 2008 5:46 pm
Leja says... · Sun Jan 20, 2008 5:46 pm
I find it rather difficult to emulate a story just for the sake of emulating a story. It would probably be more helpful if you thought of a plot first, then see how you can fit it into the time period and style. That way, you'll be almost guaranteed to retain your voice. Good luck!
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