The Writer's Digest Guide to Good Writing [Hardcover]

Thomas Clark (Editor), Bruce Woods (Editor), Peter Blocksom (Editor), Angela Terez (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 1994 | ISBN-10: 0898796407 | ISBN-13: 978-0898796407 | Edition: 1st

It's all here. The best writing instruction, advice and inspiration from the past 75 years of Writer's Digest magazine. Writers will find ageless advice on such topics as dialogue and characterization, and they'll be escorted through the particulars of horror fiction by a young Stephen King.

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From Library Journal

To mark the 75th anniversary of Writer's Digest magazine, the editors have culled 50 of the more instructive pieces from their previous issues. You've heard it all before, but these writing tips are from authors (Irving Wallace, Joyce Carol Oates, Isaac Asimov, Stephen King--the list goes on) who have proven repeatedly that their methods work. Not surprisingly, the advice (know your audience, write what you know, read back issues of magazines) given is still applicable regardless of its age yet sounds remarkably fresh, proving that elements of good writing are classic. Articles include pointers on crafting fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and plays as well as some career advice. The index was not seen, but with its addition this compilation should be a helpful tool in any library's writing collection.
- Cathy Sabol, Northern Virginia Community Coll., Manassas
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 338 pages
• Publisher: Writer's Digest Books; 1st edition (January 1, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0898796407
• ISBN-13: 978-0898796407
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.8 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,873,630 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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This review is from: The Writer's Digest Guide to Good Writing (Paperback)

A very helpful book. I've been wanting to hone my writing skills and originally found this book at a library. As soon as I had it home and read through many of the articles, I couldn't wait to begin taking these "words of wisdom" to heart. The book is chucked full of articles dating back to the 1920's, and on into the 1990's. Some of the biggest names in fiction, non-fiction, and magazine editors. Includes a section of quotes from many of the best names in writing. Overall just a huge help to anyone interested in writing of any kind. Articles include insight into all writing styles and types. You will not be disappointed. I was pleasantly surprised!