Some error occured while loading the Quick View. Please close the Quick View and try reloading the page.
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:
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
Price: $18.95
Pages: 224
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
Imprint: Trade Paper Press
Publication Date:
01 January 1997
Trim Size: 9.03 X 5.97 in
ISBN: 9780471113560
Format: Paperback
