Unlike baking a cake, sinking a basket or ice skating,
many people seem to believe that they can open their computer and write the
next bestseller without any tutelage whatsoever. However, writing isn't an inborn skill.
But
studying the craft of writing can save the day, or at least create a career.
Taking classes in either creative writing or non-fiction writing is an obvious
course of action.
What books can help a budding
fiction writer? Deb Dixon's Goal, Motivation and Conflict describes
the three basics of story-telling. For basic story structure, Chris Vogler’s Writer’s Journey, is incomparable. A truly dedicated writer can dip
into the source, reading some of the works of comparative mythologist Joseph
Campbell, on whose works Vogler’s is based.
Self-Editing
for Fiction Writers by Renni Browne and Dave King is an invaluable resource for polishing manuscripts. I've recommended it to countless aspiring writers--and more experienced ones--over the years. Even experienced writers dip back into it now and then.
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And of course, there's my book, About Writing, which covers the basics and a whole lot more. What others have said about About Writing:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A short, information-packed book for would-be writers; a refresher for
By anonymous on October 29, 2015
A great reference for experienced writers, an easy-reading primer for beginners.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great for writers at all levels. By Kathleen on October 1, 2015
About Writing by Suz deMello is a small, but powerful book for beginners and experienced writers alike
5.0 out of 5 stars
Crazy about Craft ByBook Addicton October 1, 2015
This is an excellent book to have in your craft library.
Happy
writing!
Great suggestions, Suz!
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