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Making Shapely Fiction

by Jerome Stern

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A deft analysis and appreciation of fiction--what makes it work and what can make it fail. Here is a book about the craft of writing fiction that is thoroughly useful from the first to the last page--whether the reader is a beginner, a seasoned writer, or a teacher of writing. Jerome Stern maintains that learning to write spontaneously is the first step to writing well. You will see how a work takes form and shape once you grasp the principles of momentum, tension, and immediacy. Tension, Stern says, is the mother of fiction. When tension and immediacy combine, the story begins. Dialogue and action, beginnings and endings, the true meaning of write what you know, and a memorable listing of don'ts for fiction writers are all covered. A special section features an Alphabet for Writers: entries range from Accuracy to Zigzag, with enlightening comments about such matters as Cliffhangers, Point of View, Irony, and Transitions.

Synopsis:

Jerome Stern maintains that learning to write spontaneously is the first step to writing well. Dialogue and action, beginnings and endings, the true meaning of "write what you know", and a listing of 'don'ts' for fiction writers are all covered.

Synopsis:

In this book about the craft of writing fiction, Jerome Stern maintains that learning to write spontaneously is the first step to writing well. He includes tips for writing dialogue and action, beginnings and endings, offers a special section featuring an Alphabet for Writers, and more.

Product Details

ISBN:
9780393321241
Author:
Stern, Jerome
Publisher:
W. W. Norton & Company
Subject:
Fiction
Subject:
Authorship
Subject:
Composition & Creative Writing - Fiction
Subject:
Fiction -- Authorship.
Publication Date:
November 2000
Binding:
Paperback
Language:
English
Pages:
288
Dimensions:
8.31x5.58x.79 in. .62 lbs.

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