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Book Synopsis: A Los Angeles Times bestseller: wonderfully lucid and illuminating, Alice LaPlante’s guide to writing fiction “recalls Francine Prose’s bestseller, Reading Like a Writer” (Library Journal).The Making of a Story is a fresh and inspiring guide to the basics of creative writing—both fiction and creative nonfiction. Its hands-on, completely accessible approach walks writers through each stage of the creative process, from the initial triggering idea to the revision of the final manuscript. It is unique in combing the three main aspects of creative writing instruction: process (finding inspiration, getting ideas on the page), craft (specific techniques like characterization), and anthology (learning by reading masters of the form). Succinct, clear definitions of basic terms of fiction are accompanied by examples, including excerpts from masterpieces of short fiction and essays as well as contemporary novels. A special highlight is Alice LaPlante’s systematic debunking of many of the so-called rules of creative writing. This book is perfect for writers working alone as well as for creative writing classes, both introductory and advanced.
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Unlock your creative potential with The Making of a Story: A Norton Guide to Creative Writing. This best-selling book, recommended by the Los Angeles Times, is your one-stop guide to crafting compelling fiction and creative nonfiction. Written by esteemed author Alice LaPlante, this guide is hailed as a must-read for aspiring writers.
With its hands-on approach, The Making of a Story takes you through each step of the creative process. Starting from finding inspiration and generating ideas to refining your final manuscript, this guide will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to bring your stories to life.
What sets this book apart is its comprehensive approach to creative writing instruction. It combines process, craft, and anthology to provide a well-rounded learning experience. You'll learn the art of storytelling from the ground up, mastering essential techniques such as characterization and plot development.
Alice LaPlante challenges conventional wisdom by debunking the so-called rules of creative writing. By breaking free from these restrictions, you'll have the creative freedom to develop your unique voice and style. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced writer, The Making of a Story is suitable for individual study or as a resource for creative writing classes.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to enhance your writing skills and embark on a literary journey. Dive into The Making of a Story: A Norton Guide to Creative Writing today and discover the secrets to captivating storytelling. Get your copy now!
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