Setting

Where your novel takes place can affect the entire story, so take the time you need to make your setting a memorable one. Here are some articles that discuss what makes a good setting and how to make the most of yours.

A sampling of articles on setting

• 10 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Setting
• Are You Choosing the Best Words to Describe Your Setting?
• The Literary Tour Guide: How Much do you Need to Describe Your Setting?
• If You Can Make it There... How Setting Can Affect Your Story
• How Your Setting Can Affect Your Characters
• Where the Devil Are We? What Makes a Good Setting
• Writing Setting Through the Eyes of Your Narrator

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