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I need to write a short mystery story. What elements should I include?

2024-11-06 01:11
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A good mystery needs a mystery to solve, like a missing person or a stolen item. Also, add some red herrings. For instance, if it's about a missing diamond, you can have a character who seems really suspicious but is actually innocent.

I Have A City In An Alternate World

I Have A City In An Alternate World

Tang Zhen transmigrated to an apocalyptic world, where humans struggled to survive in various buildings that they built because the ground was covered in lethal dangers that were invisible to the naked eye. Tang Zhen transmigrated along with his mutated cell phone that was packed with miraculous applications. There were all kinds of cities – some could fly in the sky, some could submerge into the ocean while some could become invisible – and shocking secrets were hidden within them. The power of Tang Zhen’s city was… He established a city and quickly leveled up his army with speeding tools. Then, he dominated this alternate world by seizing other cities. He sat at the very top. Beneath his feet was a vast floating city guarded by dragons and surrounded by angels. Countless cannons were also set up at various corners of the city. A million miles ahead, in the depths of the ocean, there was another city as large as a continent awaiting his conquest.
3.6
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How I Fell for My Hidden Marriage Hubby

How I Fell for My Hidden Marriage Hubby

She conspires and provokes the most powerful young master in Beijing! They sign a contract and with his every call, she has to go anywhere and do anything his bidding. When their contract ends, she smirks and said, “I’ll take the money and you can leave. We don’t owe each other anything.” He is Young Master Ya who rules Beijing. He controls the business empire during the day, and he is the strongest king at night. He is cold and women are merely playthings to him. With his power, the women he has eyes on have never been willing to leave him, yet she is an exception. She loves money, like all the previous women, but she is never shy of showing her greed. And he never realizes that he will ever grow a heart for such a promiscuous and cheap woman… He points a gun straight at her heart. “Die with me, or accept my love—which one do you choose?” She pouts and turns around, before she pushes an adorable child into his arms. “Here, there’s your answer.”
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I, The Female Protagonist With Superpower, Am Super Fierce

I, The Female Protagonist With Superpower, Am Super Fierce

She was born into an affluent family, but she was swapped at birth and got a different life. She grew up in a village. Just as she got the opportunity to transform her life, it got taken from her, and she was forced into a marriage to trade for a marriage for her mentally-challenged big brother. In the end, she died tragically. Gu Yan thought that if she could be reborn, she would make those who had bullied and insulted her regret everything! After being reborn with a superpower, her life became quite different. “With both the medical skill and the superpower, wastrels, shiver for me!” “Also you, handsome boy, I saved your life; shouldn’t you pledge to marry me?” Lu Ye smiled naughtily. “Of course. Just tell me, Yanyan, how many times do you want me to pledge per night?”
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I Am Loaded with Passive Skills

I Am Loaded with Passive Skills

Outer yard disciple of the Tiansang Spirit Palace, Xu Xiaoshou, had average talent. However, after coming out of his death seclusion, he realized that everything had changed. He had received a Passive System with many strange, miraculous passive skills: He would become stronger with every breath. He would become stronger when he got attacked. He would become stronger when he got mocked… Xu Xiaoshou was forced to shout, “Oh God, I don’t want to be like this either. Everything I did was because I was being forced to! I am so passive!”
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I Have the Alchemy Emperor in My Head

I Have the Alchemy Emperor in My Head

This is the era where people prioritize science and Martial Dao. After the great disaster, the human race discovered the Ancient Zenith civilization. They entered the Age of Great Cultivation and began their journey to colonize the Kunlun Realm! This is a time of crisis for humankind and many ambitious powerhouses walk among them! Chu Yunfan obtained the inheritance of the Alchemy Emperor from the Ancient Zenith civilization and the Godhead of a level-9 supreme being. How will he make his mark in such an epoch? You’re a genius? Excuse me, I’m the genius! You’ve got resources? I’ll defeat you with my medicinal pills. Inheritance? The supreme inheritance is right in my head! Our path is an endless dimension! This is the third fantasy novel that Xiao Chen poured his heart into since ‘Soaring the Great Wasteland’ and ‘Martial God Space’. This is a whole new era. This is the Age of Great Cultivation!
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I Become Baby Mafia Boss

I Become Baby Mafia Boss

New book is out: The Beast Tamer Is A Slime ------------ Suddenly becomes a mafia boss in a superpowers world and you are only 3 years old?! Ainsley Sloan, a 20-year-old avid anime lover, suddenly transmigrated into a body of a toddler. The father eloped with a woman, and the mother was just a surrogate mom. The two left behind their 3-years-old baby girl to rule over a mid-sized mafia family! No, this can't be! Ainsley was forced to embrace the abandoned Sloan Family and bring their family to the top of the dangerous mafia world– else she died. But, worry not! With the power of ultimate luck, the help of her loyal subordinates, and the protection of her cats-becoming-human, Ainsley will kick any enemies coming her way! A late encounter with a certain system even paved a flowery path for her. With its help, Ainsley will be the best mafia boss, and an extraordinary one! When other mafia bosses smoke cigarettes, Ain has choco Pocky stuck in her mouth. When other bosses swirl their glass of red wine, Ain blows her cup of hot milk! When other bosses blow their gun after a fight...Ain changes her diaper. Watch the baby take over the mafia world with her unique baby charm! 7 years later. A certain shrewd mini boss: "Ain, how about becoming my fiancee?" The boy five years older than the toddler waved a limited edition BL pillow case as a bribe. A certain system: kiddo, accept his proposal! sucks his money! Wtf you two. Fiancee your a*s!! I'm only 10! PS: If you expect fast-paced bad*ss FL, face-slapping & heroic deed in the first 100 chapters, this book might be not to your taste _____ Ancient/modern setting books: 1. The Dragon Prince's Wife is a Translator (completed)  2. The CEO's Office Boy is a Girl (completed)  Baby protagonist series: 1. I Become Baby Mafia Boss (completed) 2. I Always Become A Baby! (quick transmigration, completed) Dating sim game book: 1. Mr CEO, Move On! (Dropped because of system issue not allowing to update more chapters after accidentally changing book status to completed) Follow my Instagram: @zehell2218 & @willhem_l Discord server: https://discord.gg/axqNyHv
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I write a story. What are the key elements I should include?

3 answers
2024-12-13 06:07

A plot. It's the sequence of events that make up your story. Without a clear plot, the story will seem directionless.

I need to write a short mystery story. How can I start?

1 answer
2024-11-06 09:15

Begin with a mysterious character. Maybe a person who appears out of nowhere, wearing a long black cloak and a hat that shadows their face. Their presence is strange and makes the reader wonder who they are and what they're doing there.

I can write a mystery story. What are some essential elements to include?

3 answers
2024-10-30 19:17

A good mystery story needs a mystery, of course. This could be a missing item, a strange event, or a person's unexplained disappearance. Also, interesting characters are key, like a detective or a suspect. And clues, they are essential to keep the reader guessing and trying to solve the mystery.

Should I write horror or mystery short stories?

1 answer
2024-11-21 20:56

If you like to scare people and create a sense of dread, horror is for you. If you prefer to keep readers guessing and solve puzzles, mystery is the way.

What elements should a short story include?

1 answer
2024-10-18 19:49

Well, a short story should have a well-structured beginning, middle, and end. It also needs vivid character descriptions and a setting that adds to the atmosphere. And of course, a unique plot twist or some sort of conflict to keep the readers engaged.

Space to write a story: What elements should I include in a story about friendship?

2 answers
2024-10-29 22:37

You should include shared experiences. For instance, two friends going on a road trip together.

I want to write my life story. What should I include?

1 answer
2024-11-20 21:09

Include the challenges you've faced and how you overcame them. This could be things like financial difficulties, health issues, or relationship problems. By sharing your struggles and solutions, you can inspire others and also show the fullness of your life experience. For instance, if you had a difficult time finding a job, explain the steps you took to finally land one, like learning new skills or networking.

What should I include when I write my love story?

3 answers
2024-11-12 03:51

Include the emotions. Love, of course, but also other feelings like jealousy, excitement, or nervousness. For example, when one character sees the other talking to someone else, there might be a twinge of jealousy.

What elements should a 101 word short story include?

1 answer
2024-11-11 06:08

A 101 - word short story should have a clear beginning, like introducing a character or a situation. For example, 'A lonely traveler started his journey.' Then, a middle part that has some sort of development, like 'He faced a storm on the way.' And finally, an ending that gives a sense of closure, such as 'He reached his destination, wiser and stronger.'

What elements should a good short story include?

3 answers
2024-10-01 02:44

A good short story usually has a clear and engaging plot. It also needs well-developed characters that the readers can relate to or find interesting.

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