Book You Need to Read to Write the Book You Want to Write: A Handbook for Fictio

Description: Book You Need to Read to Write the Book You Want to Write by Sarah Burton, Jem Poster An indispensable handbook for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of writing a novel or short story, this jargon-free guide is full of practical tips and helpful discussion. The authors draw on their extensive experience as expert teachers to enable all budding authors of fiction to gain in self-confidence. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Have you ever wanted to write a novel or short story but didnt know where to start? If so, this is the book for you. Its the book for anyone, in fact, who wants to write to their full potential. Practical and jargon-free, rejecting prescriptive templates and formulae, its a storehouse of ideas and advice on a range of relevant subjects, from boosting self-motivation and confidence to approaching agents and publishers. Drawing on the authors extensive experience as successful writers and inspiring teachers, it will guide you through such essentials as the interplay of memory and imagination; plotting your story; the creation of convincing characters; the uses of description; the pleasures and pitfalls of research; and the editing process. The books primary aim is simple: to help its readers to become better writers. Author Biography Sarah Burtons publications include two biographies, Impostors: Six Kinds of Liar (Penguin, 2000) and A Double Life: a Biography of Charles and Mary Lamb (Penguin, 2003, shortlisted for the Mind Book of the Year award); a childrens book, The Miracle in Bethlehem: A Storytellers Tale (2008); and a page-to-stage guide, How to Put on a Community Play (2011). Her novel, The Strange Adventures of H (Legend Press, 2020) was shortlisted for the 2021 Historical Fiction Writers debut fiction award. With Jem Poster, she co-founded Cambridge Universitys masters programme in creative writing and is co-author of The Book You Need to Read to Write the Book You Want to Write (Cambridge University Press, 2022). Together, Sarah and Jem run a mentoring service for writers, Between the Lines. Jem Poster is the author of two novels, Courting Shadows (Sceptre, 2002) and Rifling Paradise (Sceptre, 2006), as well as a collection of poetry, Brought to Light (Bloodaxe, 2001). He edited volume III of the six-volume Oxford University Press Edward Thomas: Prose Writings (2018). With Sarah Burton, he co-founded Cambridge Universitys masters programme in creative writing and is co-author of The Book You Need to Read to Write the Book You Want to Write (Cambridge University Press, 2022). Together, Jem and Sarah run a mentoring service for writers, Between the Lines. Table of Contents 1. Getting started; 2. Memory and imagination; 3. Character; 4. Plot and structure I; 5. Plot and structure II; 6. Form and length; 7. Dialogue; 8. Narrative viewpoint and narrative voice; 9. Beginnings and endings; tension and pace; 10. Description; 11. Research; 12. Drawing it all together; 13. Publication and the writing life. Review I cant imagine there are any better books on the subject than this one. Louis de BernièresReading The Book You Need… is like getting useful advice from your own personal mentor, one who is wise, experienced, encouraging, and delighted to share their encyclopedic knowledge of literary craft. For anyone who wants to be a better writer - listen carefully. The authors know what theyre talking about. Tara Ison, novelist; Professor of Fiction, Arizona State UniversityWhether you are a beginner or an advanced fiction writer, this book is an essential companion. From getting started to navigating the publishing industry and all that falls between, The Book You Need… examines the key concepts necessary to write your own novel with practical, insightful and expert advice. Tiffany Atkinson, poet; Professor of Poetry, University of East AngliaYears of teaching expertise condensed into one of the most comprehensive journeys through the craft that Ive seen. This book teaches in the most natural way, guiding you under the surface of a wide range of good writing, deep into the practical processes that bring it to life. Philip Gross, poet, winner of the T. S. Eliot Prize; Emeritus Professor of Creative Writing, University of South WalesA terrific guide to becoming a better writer and embarking upon a publishing career. Burton and Poster have created a masterclass in print - comprehensive, authentic, clear, and insightful. A pleasure to read and to learn from, this handbook is a must-have for anyone who loves and practices the writing craft. Jewell Parker Rhodes, New York Times bestselling author, Founding Artistic Director of the Virginia G. Piper Center for Creative Writing, Arizona State UniversityThis is a fresh, insightful, engaging and enjoyable guide to writing creative prose. If you want to become a novelist or short story writer, reading this book is a great first step. Francesca Rhydderch, novelist; Associate Professor in Creative Writing, Swansea UniversityFor any novelist, published or aspiring, this smart and concise book will become a true and trusted mentor and friend. A. J. WestThe best art of fiction book Ive read in a long time, structured around close readings of novel extracts and offering lots of very wise, sound advice. Highly readable and never prescriptive, its a book to be enjoyed and savoured. I love the chapter on beginnings and endings and the extremely useful one on research. This IS the book you need to become a better writer. Priscilla Morris, author of Black Butterflies Promotional An indispensable, jargon-free handbook for any author who wants to fulfil their potential in writing a novel or short story. Review Quote I cant imagine there are any better books on the subject than this one. Louis de Berni Promotional "Headline" An indispensable, jargon-free handbook for any author who wants to fulfil their potential in writing a novel or short story. Details ISBN1009073737 Author Jem Poster Publisher Cambridge University Press Year 2022 ISBN-10 1009073737 ISBN-13 9781009073738 Format Paperback Imprint Cambridge University Press Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2022-03-17 NZ Release Date 2022-03-17 Publication Date 2022-03-17 UK Release Date 2022-03-17 Pages 298 Illustrations Worked examples or Exercises Textbook 1 Subtitle A Handbook for Fiction Writers Alternative 9781009072571 DEWEY 808.3 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:134809705;

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