Books matching: writing process enhancement
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Save:Sol Stein's book 'How to Grow a Novel' delves into the common mistakes writers make and provides practical advice on how to overcome them. The author shares insights on various aspects of writing, including dialogue, editing, characterization, and plotting. Stein's writing style is described as clear, concise, and filled with valuable information that can help aspiring novelists improve their craft.
Lack of courtesy may be the chief fault that distinguishes unsuccessful writing from the most successful. Courtesy is often confused with etiquette, and shouldn’t be. Etiquette is a code of behavior c... Many readers found that 'The Story Grid: What Good Editors Know' by Shawn Coyne is a comprehensive guide on story structure and editing. The book delves into the importance of structure in storytelling, providing insights on how to use tools like The Story Grid to enhance one's writing process. Coyne uses examples from various genres to illustrate his points, focusing on elements like obligatory scenes, pacing, and character development. Some readers appreciated the detailed information on story creation, while others found the book to be more about revising and editing than initial writing guidance.
When a manuscript that intrigues me arrives, I read it. I don’t take notes. I just read it. If I finish the entire book— twenty-four times out of twenty-five, I’ll abandon it early on as the obvious w...
