Tone and Mood

The tone and mood of a novel affects how the reader experiences the story. A romantic comedy has a different tone from a political thriller, and when that tone is off, readers notice. Here are some articles to help you set the right tone and mood for your story.

A sampling of articles on tone and mood

• How to Set Tone and Mood in Your Scenes
• Leave a Message at the Tone: Setting the Right Tone for Your Story
• Get Your Head in the Game: How Character Moods Affect the Scene

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