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Maybe youre a firsttime novelist looking for practical guidance. I just finished skimming through the last few chapters, which provide a sort of overview about some specific plot styles, theme, and a bit about publishing. Theres a particular emphasis, as per the title, on going from being a genre author to becoming a mainstream best seller. Well, thats my shorthand for saying the story that gets you a deal, that creates a buzz in the marketplace.
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