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A review by abydos6
How to Be a Writer: Secrets from the Inside by Stewart Ferris
5.0
I really enjoyed this book, it is written in a very clear and easy to understand style, that not only encourages you to write, but also lets you know that the job of a writer is not an easy one, and not very romantic either :)
Stewart Ferris approaches the subject of writing a book, in a humourous and informed style, being a writer and publisher himself, it is truely a book written from the inside.
I love his 12 drafts plan (editing your book 12 times, each time with a different end in sight), before it's ready to be even read by someone. I heartily recommend it to any prospective writer, and anyone that is just starting out at the job of being a writer, as he doesn't just cover novels, but also screenwriting, poetry, children's books et al.
So, what are you waiting for, pick it up and have a read, get it in your local library, this is defo one to keep in your own personal library.
Stewart Ferris approaches the subject of writing a book, in a humourous and informed style, being a writer and publisher himself, it is truely a book written from the inside.
I love his 12 drafts plan (editing your book 12 times, each time with a different end in sight), before it's ready to be even read by someone. I heartily recommend it to any prospective writer, and anyone that is just starting out at the job of being a writer, as he doesn't just cover novels, but also screenwriting, poetry, children's books et al.
So, what are you waiting for, pick it up and have a read, get it in your local library, this is defo one to keep in your own personal library.