Author: L. M. Shubailey
Publisher: Anaphase II Publishing
ISBN: 9780945962120
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 120

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"Fiction Writer's Companion" is the most concise helpmate ever conceived. The elements of plot design are where the action is, this book shows how to create believable, intense, and interesting characters.

Author: Paul Delaney
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press
ISBN: 1474442234
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 392

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Provides a clear introduction to the key terms and frameworks in cognitive poetics and stylistics

Author: Ann-Marie Einhaus
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1316033597
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages :

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This Companion provides an accessible overview of short fiction by writers from England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, and other international sites. A collection of international experts examine the development of the short story in a variety of contexts from the early nineteenth century to the present. They consider how dramatic changes in the publishing landscape during this period - such as the rise of the fiction magazine and the emergence of new opportunities in online and electronic publishing - influenced the form, covering subgenres from detective fiction to flash fiction. Drawing on a wealth of critical scholarship to place the short story in the English literary tradition, this volume will be an invaluable guide for students of the short story in English.

Author: Blanche H. Gelfant
Publisher: Columbia University Press
ISBN: 0231110995
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 660

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This resource provides information on a popular literary genre - the 20th century American short story. It contains articles on stories that share a particular theme, and over 100 pieces on individual writers and their work. There are also articles on promising new writers entering the scene.

Author: Jade C. Jamison
Publisher: Jade C. Jamison
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages :

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“My first thought when I finished reading was ‘Where the hell was this book when I jumped into self-publishing?’ I love the no-nonsense style that pulls no punches and keeps you interested. If you are thinking about self-publishing (or even going the traditional route) you should read this book before you hit publish.” – L.A. Remenicky, author of SAVING CASSIE Throughout her life, Amazon Bestselling author Jade C. Jamison has worn many hats. One of the most noteworthy is her ongoing gig as a college instructor (focused mostly on writing—both academic and creative writing classes) which, paired with her career as a successful indie author, gives her the delusion that she is qualified to help other indie/self-publishing (and aspiring) authors become the best writers they can be. Jamison loves that indie publishing has opened the door to literally thousands of would-be authors, allowing them to share their creations with the world. In a realm that was previously shut off to a good many writers unless they could get their works through all the gatekeepers, most writers languished in obscurity or indulged in expensive self-publishing ventures and still failed to be read widely. Electronic publishing has changed all that, has, in fact, changed the face of publishing as we once knew it, revolutionizing reading almost as much as Gutenberg’s press hundreds of years ago. The publishing process today is democratic, in that anyone with a little know-how can make his book available to the world—and readers, not publishers, decide whose book will be the next bestseller. But, says Jamison, with great freedom comes even greater responsibility. In the traditional publishing world that still exists today, authors have editors scouring their manuscripts, offering corrections and forcing edits, most of which are designed to make the work better in some way, creating tighter writing and better pacing, making the manuscript error free, and other beneficial changes that happen to a book undergoing the traditional experience. Some indie writers follow their cue and take the effort to invest in their work by hiring an editor and continually improving their writing, yet there are literally hundreds (perhaps thousands or millions!) of indie books available today that, in the author’s opinion, aren’t publication ready. Jamison taught creative writing and composition classes for years. The underlying premise of this book is that every single story deserves to be told and read but writers should (and likely do) want their books to be the best they can be. This book delves into common indie publishing mistakes—errors that should be viewed as no-nos—and how to fix them. Jamison’s experience in the classroom with hundreds of student writers, as well as the years she has been involved in both indie and traditional publishing arenas, has given her a unique vantage point, and she wants to share her observations—as well as teach a few tips and tricks—with others in the writing world.

Author: Robert Graham
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1350309176
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 280

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If you are a writer of fiction, this practical handbook will teach you how to acquire your own writer's tool-box. Here you will learn all about developing your craft. The wide-ranging exploration of fiction-writing skills contains many unique features, such as the focus on reflective learning and tuition on advanced skills including foreshadowing, transitions and producing short story cycles. Throughout, the approach is centred on 3 kinds of activity: - Examining the theory of particular fiction writing skills. - Analysing the practice of these skills in examples of published work. - Practising the use of skills in fiction-writing exercises. What makes this guide so distinctive, though, is the way it consistently asks you to reflect on your work, and stresses the importance of being able to articulate the processes of writing. Packed with wisdom about the art of fiction and filled with writing exercises, How to Write Fiction (and Think about It) examines the work of today's finest authors to teach you everything you need to know about writing short stories or longer fiction. Whether you are a student, a would-be professional author, or a general reader who simply likes to write for pleasure, this guide will equip you with a portfolio of key fiction-writing skills.

Author: James K. Bracken
Publisher: Libraries Unlimited
ISBN: 9781563088599
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 309

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A state-of-the-art literary research guide, this book will aid anyone researching American authors. It identifies and describes the best and most current Internet and print sources for nearly 300 American writers whose works are included in the most frequently used literary anthologies.

Author: Houghton Mifflin Company
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780395718100
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 251

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Includes information on English grammar, punctuation, capitalization, sentence structure, letter writing, bibliographies, and indexes

Author:
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780547563312
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 256

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Webster’s New Essential Writer’s Companion is a helpful guide to the mechanics of good writing and effective research including the latest electronic resources. With sections on grammar, punctuation, style, usage, and proofreading, this easy-to-use reference offers invaluable guidance to writers looking to give every piece of writing that polished finish. Additional advice on constructing logical sentences and paragraphs shows how to build a convincing overall argument. Key sections on research explain how to take full advantage of the powerful search tools available over computer networks, both inside and outside a traditional library setting. Compact and to the point, this nifty handbook is an ideal resource for the home, office, or classroom.

Author: A. Cox
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 023031659X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 204

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The short story is moving from relative neglect to a central position in the curriculum; as a teaching tool, it offers students a route into many complex areas, including critical theory, gender studies, postcolonialism and genre. This book offers a practical guide to the short story in the classroom, covering all these fields and more.