The Art of Creative Nonfiction

出版者:John Wiley & Sons Inc

作者:Gutkind, Lee

页数:224

出版时间:1997-1

价格:123.00元

装帧:Pap

isbn号码:9780471113560

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