The Art of Creative Nonfiction 1st Edition
The Art of Creative Nonfiction: Writing and Selling the Literature of Reality (Wiley Books for Writers Series) by Lee Gutkind
English | Jan. 1, 1997 | ISBN: 0471113565 | 187 Pages | PDF | 1 MB
English | Jan. 1, 1997 | ISBN: 0471113565 | 187 Pages | PDF | 1 MB
A complete guide to the art and craft of creative nonfiction–from one of its pioneer practitioners
The challenge of creative nonfiction is to write the truth in a style that is as accurate and informative as reportage, yet as personal, provocative, and dramatic as fiction. In this one-of-a-kind guide, award-winning author, essayist, teacher, and editor Lee Gutkind gives you concise, pointed advice on every aspect of writing and selling your work, including:
* Guidelines for choosing provocative–and salable–topics
* Smart research techniques–including advice on conducting penetrating interviews and using electronic research tools
* Tips for focusing and structuring a piece for maximum effectiveness
* Advice on working successfully with editors and literary agents