Books in category Writing Guides
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Author: Lucy McCormick Calkins
Publisher : Heinemann
ISBN : 9780435088095
Paper Edition. The Art of Teaching Writing, New Edition, has major new chapters on assessment, thematic studies, writing throughout the day, reading/writing relationships, publication, curriculum development, nonfiction writing and home/school connections.
Author: Jerry Cleaver
Publisher : Griffin
ISBN : 9780312302764
The Only Writing Book You'll Ever Need From the legendary creator of the Writer's Loft in Chicago, comes a writing course for those who want to see results now. Immediate Fiction covers the entire process of writing including manuscript preparation, time management, finding an idea, getting words on the page, staying unblocked, and submitting to agents and publishers. With insightful tips and advi
Author: James V. Smith
Publisher : Writers Digest Books
ISBN : 9781582974224
There is nothing little about the dynamic fiction-writing advice inside The Writer's Little Helper. With big ideas, time-saving tips, and revision-made-easy charts, James V. Smith, Jr. offers effective guidance in short, easily checklists, Q&As, and practical tools. This book gives you everything you need to: *Create great characters*Maintain a compelling pace*Craft believable dialogue*Attract age
Author: Alice Laplante
Publisher : W W Norton & Co Inc
ISBN : 9780393061642
A writing teacher compiles 15 years of her expertise, exercises, and examples in a new primer for creative writers, from the initial triggering idea to the revision of the final manuscript. This book is perfect for both novice and advanced writers.
Author: Alison Kent
Publisher : Alpha Books
ISBN : 9781592575466
The basic rules for turning basic instincts into blockbuster success. Erotic romance reigns supreme as a big category of womenas fictionaa billion dollar business serviced by a new breed of uninhibited writer. This book is the necessary how-to for first timers and a terrific guide for seasoned professionals as well, who are putting their racyaand lucrativeafantasies to paper. Now, for the first ti
Author: Thomas E. Ogden, Israel A. Goldberg
Publisher : Academic Pr
ISBN : 9780125247337
This third edition of the classic how-to guide incorporates recent changes in policies and procedures of the NIH, with particular emphasis on the role of the Internet in the research proposal process. Completely revised and updated, it reveals the secrets of success used by seasoned investigators, and directs the reader through the maze of NIH bureaucracies. In addition to providing a detailed o
Author: John Drury
Publisher : Writers Digest Books
ISBN : 9781582974637
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Author: Linda N. Edelstein
Publisher : Writers Digest Books
ISBN : 9781582973906
With over 40,000 copies sold, The Writer's Guide to Character Traits is a classic reference for writers who want to create realistic and distinct characters. Written by Dr. Linda Edelstein, a practicing psychologist who is an authority in her field, it includes: * Over 400 easy-to-reference character listings, detailing typical behaviors and thought processes as well as common reactions to differe
Author: Jack M. Bickham
Publisher : Writers Digest Books
ISBN : 9780898799064
This guide details the writer's game plan for success. Using dozens of examples from his own work, Bickham shows writers how to build a sturdy framework for their fiction, addressing such critical issues as scene length, cause and effect and character development. Writers will succeed in constructing solid, believable narratives that keep readers and editors anxiously turning the pages.
Author: Carolyn Forche, Associated Writing Programs, Philip Gerard
Publisher : F & W Pubns Inc
ISBN : 9781884910500
Writing Creative Nonfiction presents more than 30 instructive essays on today's hottest literary form--creative nonfiction--by such authors as Philip Lopate, William Least-Heat Moon, Diane Ackerman, Ted Conover, and Dinty Moore.
Author: Crawford Kilian
Publisher : Self Counsel Pr
ISBN : 9781551807850
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Author: Lisa Alvarez, Alan Cheuse
Publisher : Chronicle Books Llc
ISBN : 9780811858212
Since 1969, the prestigious Squaw Valley Community of Writers has helped develop the craft of many who are now household names. Such noted authors as Michael Chabon, Anne Lamott, and Amy Tan have distilled their advice and wisdom from seminars and lectures, and the result is a book that captures the workshop experience of complete submersion in the writing process.
Author: Thomas McCormack
Publisher : Paul Dry Books Inc
ISBN : 9781589880306
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Author: Louise Purwin Zobel, Jacqueline Harmon Butler
Publisher : Surrey Books
ISBN : 9781572840843
In the new edition of this standard guide, veteran travel writers Louise Purwin Zobel and Jacqueline Butler cover everything from pre-trip research on the Internet and at the library, to how to obtain writing assignments for websites, to ecotourism and volunteer travel opportunities, to specific marketing strategies and tax information. Written in an accessible, humorous style, the book includes 1
Author: Toni Boyle, K. D. Sullivan
Publisher : McGraw-Hill
ISBN : 9780071456685
“Make [your] characters want something right away—even if it’s only a glass of water. Characters paralyzed by the meaninglessness of modern life still have to drink water from time to time.” —Kurt Vonnegut
“‘The cat sat on the mat’ is not the beginning of a story, but ‘the cat sat on the dog’s mat’ is.” — Min Price: 6.00 Max Price: 60.00
The Art of Teaching Writing
Author: Lucy McCormick CalkinsPublisher : Heinemann
ISBN : 9780435088095
Paper Edition. The Art of Teaching Writing, New Edition, has major new chapters on assessment, thematic studies, writing throughout the day, reading/writing relationships, publication, curriculum development, nonfiction writing and home/school connections.
Min Price: 12.00
Max Price: 197.00
Immediate Fiction
Author: Jerry CleaverPublisher : Griffin
ISBN : 9780312302764
The Only Writing Book You'll Ever Need From the legendary creator of the Writer's Loft in Chicago, comes a writing course for those who want to see results now. Immediate Fiction covers the entire process of writing including manuscript preparation, time management, finding an idea, getting words on the page, staying unblocked, and submitting to agents and publishers. With insightful tips and advi
Min Price: 6.00
Max Price: 38.00
The Writer`s Little Helper
Author: James V. SmithPublisher : Writers Digest Books
ISBN : 9781582974224
There is nothing little about the dynamic fiction-writing advice inside The Writer's Little Helper. With big ideas, time-saving tips, and revision-made-easy charts, James V. Smith, Jr. offers effective guidance in short, easily checklists, Q&As, and practical tools. This book gives you everything you need to: *Create great characters*Maintain a compelling pace*Craft believable dialogue*Attract age
Min Price: 1.00
Max Price: 57.00
Making of a Story
Author: Alice LaplantePublisher : W W Norton & Co Inc
ISBN : 9780393061642
A writing teacher compiles 15 years of her expertise, exercises, and examples in a new primer for creative writers, from the initial triggering idea to the revision of the final manuscript. This book is perfect for both novice and advanced writers.
Min Price: 14.00
Max Price: 60.00
The Complete Idiot`s Guide to Writing Erotic Romance
Author: Alison KentPublisher : Alpha Books
ISBN : 9781592575466
The basic rules for turning basic instincts into blockbuster success. Erotic romance reigns supreme as a big category of womenas fictionaa billion dollar business serviced by a new breed of uninhibited writer. This book is the necessary how-to for first timers and a terrific guide for seasoned professionals as well, who are putting their racyaand lucrativeafantasies to paper. Now, for the first ti
Min Price: 9.00
Max Price: 55.00
Research Proposals
Author: Thomas E. Ogden, Israel A. GoldbergPublisher : Academic Pr
ISBN : 9780125247337
This third edition of the classic how-to guide incorporates recent changes in policies and procedures of the NIH, with particular emphasis on the role of the Internet in the research proposal process. Completely revised and updated, it reveals the secrets of success used by seasoned investigators, and directs the reader through the maze of NIH bureaucracies. In addition to providing a detailed o
Min Price: 1.00
Max Price: 48.96
Creating Poetry
Author: John DruryPublisher : Writers Digest Books
ISBN : 9781582974637
Description not available.
Min Price: 1.00
Max Price: 41.00
The Writer's Guide to Character Traits
Author: Linda N. EdelsteinPublisher : Writers Digest Books
ISBN : 9781582973906
With over 40,000 copies sold, The Writer's Guide to Character Traits is a classic reference for writers who want to create realistic and distinct characters. Written by Dr. Linda Edelstein, a practicing psychologist who is an authority in her field, it includes: * Over 400 easy-to-reference character listings, detailing typical behaviors and thought processes as well as common reactions to differe
Min Price: 4.00
Max Price: 46.00
Scene and Structure
Author: Jack M. BickhamPublisher : Writers Digest Books
ISBN : 9780898799064
This guide details the writer's game plan for success. Using dozens of examples from his own work, Bickham shows writers how to build a sturdy framework for their fiction, addressing such critical issues as scene length, cause and effect and character development. Writers will succeed in constructing solid, believable narratives that keep readers and editors anxiously turning the pages.
Min Price: 7.00
Max Price: 49.00
Writing Creative Nonfiction
Author: Carolyn Forche, Associated Writing Programs, Philip GerardPublisher : F & W Pubns Inc
ISBN : 9781884910500
Writing Creative Nonfiction presents more than 30 instructive essays on today's hottest literary form--creative nonfiction--by such authors as Philip Lopate, William Least-Heat Moon, Diane Ackerman, Ted Conover, and Dinty Moore.
Min Price: 2.00
Max Price: 40.00
Writing Science Fiction & Fantasy
Author: Crawford KilianPublisher : Self Counsel Pr
ISBN : 9781551807850
Description not available.
Min Price: 10.00
Max Price: 47.00
Writer`s Conference in a Book
Author: Lisa Alvarez, Alan CheusePublisher : Chronicle Books Llc
ISBN : 9780811858212
Since 1969, the prestigious Squaw Valley Community of Writers has helped develop the craft of many who are now household names. Such noted authors as Michael Chabon, Anne Lamott, and Amy Tan have distilled their advice and wisdom from seminars and lectures, and the result is a book that captures the workshop experience of complete submersion in the writing process.
Min Price: 7.00
Max Price: 42.00
Fiction Editor, the Novel, And the Novelist
Author: Thomas McCormackPublisher : Paul Dry Books Inc
ISBN : 9781589880306
Description not available.
Min Price: 5.00
Max Price: 36.00
The Travel Writer`s Handbook
Author: Louise Purwin Zobel, Jacqueline Harmon ButlerPublisher : Surrey Books
ISBN : 9781572840843
In the new edition of this standard guide, veteran travel writers Louise Purwin Zobel and Jacqueline Butler cover everything from pre-trip research on the Internet and at the library, to how to obtain writing assignments for websites, to ecotourism and volunteer travel opportunities, to specific marketing strategies and tax information. Written in an accessible, humorous style, the book includes 1
Min Price: 11.00
Max Price: 53.00
The Gremlins of Grammar
Author: Toni Boyle, K. D. SullivanPublisher : McGraw-Hill
ISBN : 9780071456685
“Make [your] characters want something right away—even if it’s only a glass of water. Characters paralyzed by the meaninglessness of modern life still have to drink water from time to time.” —Kurt Vonnegut
“‘The cat sat on the mat’ is not the beginning of a story, but ‘the cat sat on the dog’s mat’ is.” — Min Price: 6.00 Max Price: 60.00
Destinations
Author: Richard Bailey, Linda DenstaedtPublisher : McGraw-Hill Humanities Social
ISBN : 9780073312835
“Make [your] characters want something right away—even if it’s only a glass of water. Characters paralyzed by the meaninglessness of modern life still have to drink water from time to time.” —Kurt Vonnegut
“‘The cat sat on the mat’ is not the beginning of a story, but ‘the cat sat on the dog’s mat’ is.” — Min Price: 6.00 Max Price: 73.94
The Modern Library Writer`s Workshop
Author: Stephen KochPublisher : Modern Library
ISBN : 9780375755583
“Make [your] characters want something right away—even if it’s only a glass of water. Characters paralyzed by the meaninglessness of modern life still have to drink water from time to time.” —Kurt Vonnegut
“‘The cat sat on the mat’ is not the beginning of a story, but ‘the cat sat on the dog’s mat’ is.” — Min Price: 6.00 Max Price: 60.00
