Author: William F. Nolan Publisher: Quill Driver Books ISBN: 9781884956508 Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 248
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William F. Nolan, using the knowledge acquired by writing more than 90 works of fiction, analyzes some of his and others' best work to help the reader with construction of characters, dramatic development, and dialogue. The writer will learn how to hook the reader on the first page, how to develop conflict, the craft of revision, and more.
Author: Bloomsbury Publishing Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA ISBN: 1596917911 Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 299
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Gotham Writers' Workshop has mastered the art of teaching the craft of writing in a way that is practical, accessible, and entertaining. Now the techniques of this renowned school are available in this book. Here you'll find: The fundamental elements of fiction craft-character, plot, point of view, etc.-explained clearly and completely - Key concepts illustrated with passages from great works of fiction - The complete text of "Cathedral" by Raymond Carver-a masterpiece of contemporary short fiction that is analyzed throughout the book - Exercises that let you immediately apply what you learn to your own writing. Written by Gotham Writers' Workshop expert instructors and edited by Dean of Faculty Alexander Steele, Writing Fiction offers the same methods and exercises that have earned the school international acclaim. Once you've read-and written-your way through this book, you'll have a command of craft that will enable you to turn your ideas into effective short stories and novels. You will be a writer. Gotham Writers' Workshop is America's leading private creative writing school, offering classes in New York City and on the web at WritingClasses.com. The school's interactive online classes, selected "Best of the Web" by Forbes, have attracted thousands of aspiring writers from across the United States and more than sixty countries.
Author: Jessica Rose Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 1459832167 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 139
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Key Selling Points This book explores STEAM topics, and brings art and conservation science together through real-world examples. It discusses environmentalism, sustainability and activism, and asks kids to think about how art and conservation can be and are linked. Encourages young readers to look at art differently and think of it not just as something that hangs on a gallery wall. Includes examples of environmental art from around the world, including the Indigenous Art Park in Edmonton, Earthwork on the shores of Great Salt Lake in Utah, artificial coral reef installations in the Caribbean Sea, the Javits Center in New York City and a tree sculpture in Bristol, England, fitted with solar panels that can charge phones and computers. Encourages young readers to think about their own art as a tool for change. Their art matters and can have an impact beyond the simple enjoyment of making it.
Author: Brendon W. Robbins Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN: 9781519572707 Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 36
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HOW TO WRITE A NOVEL: The Simple Steps To Writing - How To Write Fiction, Creative Writing Textbook, How To Become an Author & How To Sell Your Book This book provides the author's experiences as a published author and practical tips for writing a novel. Nearly every writer dreams of being a world-famous author and be able to write books that sell millions of copies. What kind of writer wouldn't want to have a best-selling work? But writing is not an easy thing to do. It takes a lot of time, effort, mental and physical burnouts and even moments of isolation to write a good book. No famous work of Stephen King, Dan Brown, Jim Collins, Nicholas Sparks or J.K. Rowling was made overnight. Everyone - even the best authors - started from scratch. And, yes, you can be like them! Writing is a journey, but sometimes you just need to have something to guide you and help you at every step of the way. That's what this book seeks to provide for you as you begin this process. In HOW TO WRITE A NOVEL: The Simple Steps To Writing - How To Write Fiction, Creative Writing Textbook, How To Become an Author & How To Sell Your Book you will learn: Some practical tips and pointers on getting yourself ready to begin writing Seven techniques for developing your first draft A six-step process for revising and editing your novel Writing is an escape from the real world. It is a gateway to your own created world where you are the one to set the rules and guidelines. In this world, you the master. Writing should not be controlling. It should not be something that chokes you up. It should be a fun experience, so let yourself enjoy the ups and downs. Lastly, write down what your heart tells you to. If you let your heart speak, others will surely listen. Do not expect too much but always give your all. The world deserves nothing but your best. BUY THIS BOOK NOW! Scroll to the top of this page and click that orange BUY button.
Author: Josh Coker Publisher: Modern Monomyth ISBN: Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 0
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ATTENTION FICTION WRITERS: If you're having trouble writing commercial fiction, please read this... DISCOVER HOW TO WRITE BLOCKBUSTER STORIES LIKE A PRO... ...without years of research and practice. If you would like to create stories that resonate with your audience and sell like crazy... regardless of your writing experience or genre, this is the most important book you'll ever read. BUT FIRST A WARNING... Before we go any further, let me make something abundantly clear: This isn't one of those get-rich-quick books that promise you a fortune for doing nothing. Here's the deal: The system outlined in this book is working great for me, and I believe it can help you too. It's helped our publishing company sell books in multiple formats to various customers worldwide. But I'm not suggesting that everyone (or anyone) who reads it is going to make a lot of money. I don't know how much the people who read it will make. It's likely that many, or most of them will make little or nothing at all (especially if they don't follow the directions and work hard). With that said, let me jump right in and show you... EXACTLY WHAT YOU'RE GETTING TODAY First of all, this isn't like any other writing book you've ever read. It's more of a "field guide" to writing commercial fiction than a traditional book on writing. There's no fluff or filler - just battle-tested strategies and tactics that are working right now. And it's easy to read. At 70-ish pages, you can read it in a day or two. And you'll immediately "get" the entire system our company personally uses to write commercial fiction. And even though I personally use this system to write science fiction and fantasy, these techniques TRANSCEND genre. See, you can use the same methodologies in this book to create all kinds of fictional characters in short stories, screenplays, novellas, AND even novels--no matter the genre. So like I said, there's more to this little book than "just" fiction writing. Here's a fraction of what you're getting... - How to write a fiction story, even if you've never written a book before - What they don't want you to know about storytelling - How to develop a theme that resonates with readers in 3 simple steps - The classic 3-act structure that all blockbusters follow - Why you should never write your story "from the heart" - How to create an impactful character arc for your hero - The truth about commercial fiction - Why plotting out your story first is the only approach that works - How to write a hero that your audience will immediately embrace - Countless character examples from blockbusters, myths, books, video games, and TV series - Over 25 end-of-chapter action steps that you can implement in your story immediately - The 3 critical characters every commercial story must have - Why you should never have a "perfect" hero - Can you write your characters wrong? A warning against stereotypes - How NOT to write a villain - How to write characters that feel "real," without going through a four-page character study So don't delay. Get your copy today and make your characters even better!
Author: Jane Bettany Publisher: ISBN: 9780957670433 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 200
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If you want to write fiction, then short stories are a great place to start. This book will help you to find ideas and teach you all the essential elements of short story writing. It covers plot and structure, conflict, dialogue, characterisation, settings, description, tense, viewpoint, flashback, and more. You'll also learn about one of the most important steps in the writing process: editing. How to Write Short Stories That Sell includes writing and editing exercises, and short story examples. It shows you how to increase your chances of selling your work by identifying the right story markets, and explains the correct way to submit your work to a magazine editor. Jane Bettany is a freelance writer, publisher and creative writing teacher with more than twenty years experience of writing fiction. Her stories and non-fiction articles have appeared in women's magazines, literary magazines, newspapers and online. She has an MA in Creative Writing and is a qualified teacher.
Author: Maggie Hamand Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 1394196660 Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 407
Book Description
Unlock your creative potential and write something special Ever dream of writing a book, article, poem, or play that means something to you—and maybe to someone else as well? Do you have an idea you're ready to get down on paper? In Creative Writing For Dummies, you'll learn how to unleash your creative side and become a confident and productive writer. Discover the essential elements of storytelling, including structure, characterization, setting, dialogue, and plot, as you navigate the countless ways you can express yourself with the written word. Explore the media and methods you can use to help find an audience—from traditional to self-publishing, social media, blogging, and more! Creative Writing For Dummies also shows you how to: Write in all sorts of different formats, including screenplays, scripts, creative nonfiction, poetry, short stories, novels, and beyond Navigate the world of social media and learn how it can contribute to getting your work read by more people in more places Understand the new, online nature of contemporary journalism and the proliferation of news and blogging sites A can't-miss roadmap to getting your first—or hundred-and-first—story, poem, or script committed to paper, Creative Writing For Dummies is an essential read for aspiring, amateur, and professional writers everywhere.
Author: Janet Burroway Publisher: University of Chicago Press ISBN: 9780226616698 Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 0
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More than 250,000 copies sold! A creative writer’s shelf should hold at least three essential books: a dictionary, a style guide, and Writing Fiction. Janet Burroway’s best-selling classic is the most widely used creative writing text in America, and for more than three decades it has helped hundreds of thousands of students learn the craft. Now in its tenth edition, Writing Fiction is more accessible than ever for writers of all levels—inside or outside the classroom. This new edition continues to provide advice that is practical, comprehensive, and flexible. Burroway’s tone is personal and nonprescriptive, welcoming learning writers into the community of practiced storytellers. Moving from freewriting to final revision, the book addresses “showing not telling,” characterization, dialogue, atmosphere, plot, imagery, and point of view. It includes new topics and writing prompts, and each chapter now ends with a list of recommended readings that exemplify the craft elements discussed, allowing for further study. And the examples and quotations throughout the book feature a wide and diverse range of today’s best and best-known creators of both novels and short stories. This book is a master class in creative writing that also calls on us to renew our love of storytelling and celebrate the skill of writing well. There is a very good chance that one of your favorite authors learned the craft with Writing Fiction. And who knows what future favorite will get her start reading this edition?
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