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Writing for Magazines: A Beginner's Guide [Paperback]

Cheryl Sloan Wray (Author)

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ISBN-10: 0844259616 | ISBN-13: 978-0844259611 | Publication Date: April 1997

A practical introduction to what a magazine writer does. The book explores the best magazines for beginning writers, how to get ideas, finding the time to write, setting goals, how to defeat writer's block, and more. The author gives you examples of effective magazine articles, covers the basics of grammar and style, and provides "Jumpstart" exercises to get a writer going.

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Product Details

Paperback: 220 pages
Publisher: NTC/Contemporary Publishing Company (April 1997)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0844259616
ISBN-13: 978-0844259611
Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces

Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #917,081 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Put this book in your shopping cart right now!, July 10, 1999

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Cheryl Sloan Wray has written a very readable, highly motivating book. It's perfect for beginners who are wondering if they have what it takes to break into this field. It's also great for procrastinators (like me!) who should have "just done it" a long time ago and need someone to nudge them back to the keyboard. This book is a valuable resource for would-be/should-be magazine writers everywhere!

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5.0 out of 5 stars An easy and realistic guide for aspiring journalists., February 12, 1999

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This book was everything that I needed to help me get through the daunting task of cracking into the journalistic world. Cheryl Sloan Wray is realistic and doesn't sugar coat the facts about how hard it is to succeed, but at the same time this book helps you gain the self confidence it takes to prosper.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!, January 16, 1998

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I read this book and was very happy with how easily it walked me through the sometimes frustrating process of writing magazine articles. I'd recommend it for classroom use for journalist majors.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Writing for Magazines
I thought the author of the book is very direct on how to write for magazines. In addition the book is inspiring.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Cheryl knows her stuff
I took a workshop that Cheryl taught a few weeks ago, and she really knows her stuff. I left highly motivated. Definitely pick up this book!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Covers everything for beginning writers
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