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The Art of Creative Nonfiction: Writing and Selling the Literature of Reality
Contributor(s): Gutkind, Lee (Author)

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 ISBN: 0471113565     ISBN-13: 9780471113560
Publisher: Trade Paper Press
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Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: January 1997
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Annotation: 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

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BISAC Categories:
- Reference
- Language Arts & Disciplines | Writing - Authorship
- Language Arts & Disciplines | Writing - Nonfiction (incl. Memoirs)
Dewey: 808.02
LCCN: 96028002
Series: Wiley Books for Writers
Physical Information: 0.61" H x 5.97" W x 9.03" L (0.60 lbs) 224 pages
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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
 
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