Now write! Science fiction, fantasy, and horror
speculative genre exercises from today's best writers and teachers
by Laurie Lamson
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"Featuring speculative fiction-writing exercises from Harlan Ellison (R), Piers Anthony, Ramsey Campbell, Jack Ketchum, screenwriters of The Twilight Zone and Star Trek: The Next Generation, and many more. The fifth volume in the acclaimed Now Write! writing-guide series offers a full toolbox of advice and exercises for speculative fiction writers hoping to craft an engaging alternate reality, flesh out an enthralling fantasy quest, or dream up a bloodcurdling plot twist, including: -Harlan Ellison (R), on crafting the perfect story title -Jack Ketchum, on how economy of language helps create a truly frightening tale -Piers Anthony, on making fantastical characters feel genuine and relatable This collection of storytelling secrets from top genre writers-including winners of Nebula, Hugo, Edgar, and Bram Stoker awards-is essential for any writer looking to take a leap beyond the ordinary"--
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Science fiction, Problems, exercises, Authorship, Fantasy fiction, Rhetoric, English language, Horror tales, LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Composition & Creative Writing, REFERENCE / Writing Skills, LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / General, Science fiction, authorship, Fantasy fiction, authorship, Horror tales, authorship, English language, rhetoric, English language, composition and exercises| Edition | Availability |
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Now write! Science fiction, fantasy, and horror: speculative genre exercises from today's best writers and teachers
2014, Jeremy P. Tarcher/Penguin, TarcherPerigee, Jeremy P. Tarcher/Penquin, a memeber of Penguin Group (USA)
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039916555X 9780399165559
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