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The Writing Book doesn't just talk about how to write fiction; it takes you, step-by-step, through the process of doing it. Each chapter concentrates on one aspect of writing: getting started, bringing characters to life, writing convincing dialogue, revising, writer's block and more. Exercises in each chapter are carefully structured so that each one builds on the one before. Examples from contemporary writing demonstrate how different writers tackle the technical aspects of their art. By working your way through this book, you'll gradually craft a piece of fiction, and develop confidence in your own fictional voice. If you'd like to write, but you're not sure how to start, The Writing Book will show you how. If you're already writing, The Writing Book will give you practical ideas for new energy and direction.
About the Author
Kate Grenville is one of Australia's best-known authors. She's published eight books of fiction and four books about the writing process. Her best-known works are the international bestseller The Secret River (shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize), The Idea of Perfection (winner of the Orange Prize), The Lieutenant and Lilian's Story. Her novels have won many awards both in Australia and the UK, several have been made into major feature films, and all have been translated into European and Asian languages.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Kindle Edition
Readers familiar with Kate Grenville's novels will not be surprised that The Writing Book, newly published by Allen & Unwin, is interesting and engaging, and a pleasure to read. They might be more surprised to find that this is not a new book, but a revision of her popular guide, previously subtitled A Workbook for Fiction Writers. It was first published in 1990, long before she achieved international recognition for her Orange prize-winning novel The Idea of Perfection. That's not to say it's dated or hackneyed; indeed its style is fresh and crisp.
What sets it apart from many other writing guides is its structure. Like most guides it covers the basic elements of writing craft - plotting and characterisation; creating believable dialogue; maintaining tension and so on. What it does differently is to lead the would-be writer through a developmental process, offering a sequence of exercises which build on one another throughout the book. This is both a strength and a weakness. For students already on a writing course, this structure has its limitations as it's difficult to dip in and out of topics.
However, for a writer who isn't able to access a regular class, The Writing Book is like having your own personal tutor. Grenville comes across as an approachable teacher, using accessible language rather than jargon and a "point-example-exercise" approach to learning. She has an uncanny ability to make the reader feel as though the guide has been written especially for them. For those who end up with a complete manuscript, there is advice on submitting work to publishers.
What sets it apart from many other writing guides is its structure. Like most guides it covers the basic elements of writing craft - plotting and characterisation; creating believable dialogue; maintaining tension and so on. What it does differently is to lead the would-be writer through a developmental process, offering a sequence of exercises which build on one another throughout the book. This is both a strength and a weakness. For students already on a writing course, this structure has its limitations as it's difficult to dip in and out of topics.
However, for a writer who isn't able to access a regular class, The Writing Book is like having your own personal tutor. Grenville comes across as an approachable teacher, using accessible language rather than jargon and a "point-example-exercise" approach to learning. She has an uncanny ability to make the reader feel as though the guide has been written especially for them. For those who end up with a complete manuscript, there is advice on submitting work to publishers.
1 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
i bought this book as a gift, i asked if it was a help in finding writing skills the answer was 5 out of 10 for usefulness.
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