By Todd A. Stone ISBN 1582973609; $19.99; 256 pages; Hardcover Identify and develop story ideas Create realistic alpha characters who can take charge of any scene Know what motivates your antagonist so that you can create realistic conflict Outline your story to build believable plots Dodge the land mines of bad writing like Deadly Modifier Buildup (DMBU) Triage your scenes to ensure a thorough and precise revision process