Beyond Style Mastering The Finer Points Of Writing

Author : Gary Provost
Publisher : Crossroad Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2015-12-17
Category : Reference
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Beyond Style - Mastering the Finer Points of Writing by Gary Provost Pdf

To write well, you must reach beyond the classroom basics of composition, get a grip on the more complex concepts, and learn how to create books, articles, and stories that move—not only from the editor’s desk to the bookstore, but also in the minds of your readers. In this book, accomplished writer Gary Provost helps you tackle that tough task. Here you’ll touch the soul of fine fiction and nonfiction. You’ll explore the intangibles: the relationships between form and content, proportion and pacing, slant and theme. And you’ll gain a new perspective on how words work together. In that newfound knowledge you’ll find power—power Provost helps you transfer to the page. In candid, conversational style, he shows you: • how to balance event and dialogue to keep the pace lively • why unity is essential to a story—and how to maintain it • how to make the written word pleasing to the ear • the value of fresh, strong imagery • how startling originality will keep your readers interested • how to make your story credible—even when it’s fiction • how subtlety allows your reader to participate in the action • how to tighten up the tension at every level of your story Provost makes no promise that the work will be easy. He promises only that your books, articles, and stories will get better. There are, after all, no magic words—except those you put on the page.

Author : Gary Provost
Publisher : Crossroad Press
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2019-04-30
Category : Reference
ISBN : 1948929295

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Make Every Word Count: A Guide to Writing That Works-for Fiction and Nonfiction by Gary Provost Pdf

From the author of Beyond Style: Mastering the Finer Points of Writing, Gary Provost's Make Every Word Count is a guide to assist writers of both fiction and nonfiction. Topics include: style, use of jargon, avoiding cliches, tone, intention, characterization, credibility, description, dialogue, viewpoints, and many more.

Author : Gary Provost
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1119605007

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Make Every Word Count [eBook - Biblioboard] by Gary Provost Pdf

From the author of Beyond Style: Mastering the Finer Points of Writing, Gary Provost's Make Every Word Count is a guide to assist writers of both fiction and nonfiction. Topics include: style, use of jargon, avoiding cliches, tone, intention, characterization, credibility, description, dialogue, viewpoints, and many more.

Author : Stephen Blake Mettee
Publisher : Quill Driver Books
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 188495622X

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The Fast-track Course on how to Write a Nonfiction Book Proposal by Stephen Blake Mettee Pdf

The hard, cold fact about getting a book published is that without something close to divine intervention an author is going to have to write a sales piece, called a book proposal, that will attract the attention of an editor or an agent. In fact, at most publishers, this sales piece is going to have to hold up under the scrutiny of a committee made up of a bevy of editors and a pod of sales and marketing people. With The Fast-Track Course on How to Write a Nonfiction Book Proposal, Mettee, a seasoned book editor and publisher, cuts to the chase and provides simple, detailed instruction that allows anyone to write a professional book proposal and hear an editor say Yes! According to Mettee, the first rule is: Do no harm. Too many authors don't pay enough attention to the small things like spelling and grammar and manuscript format that are needed to make their book proposals appear professional. They may have a great idea for a book and be eminently qualified to write it but they schmuck it up with slovenly disregard for the easy stuff. The last rule is: Be persistent. If you quit after your first rejection slip or after the thirteenth or the thirtieth, you'll never get published. Many books that are rejected scores of times go on to be best-sellers. You're not defeated until you give up.

Author : David E. Sumner,Holly G. Miller
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2013-01-04
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781118305133

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Feature and Magazine Writing by David E. Sumner,Holly G. Miller Pdf

Updated with fresh facts, examples and illustrations, along with two new chapters on digital media and blogs this third edition continues to be the authoritative and essential guide to writing engaging and marketable feature stories. Covers everything from finding original ideas and angles to locating expert sources Expanded edition with new chapters on storytelling for digital media and building a story blog Captivating style exemplifies the authors’ expert guidance, combining academic authority with professional know-how Comprehensive coverage of all the angles, including marketing written work and finding jobs in the publishing industry Essential reading for anyone wishing to become a strong feature writer Accompanied by a website with a wealth of resources including PowerPoint presentations, handouts, and Q&As that will be available upon publication: www.wiley.com/go/sumnerandmiller

Author : Karanam Nagaraja Rao,Bharathi Devarakonda
Publisher : Educreation Publishing
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-10
Category : Education
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Management Insights from Motivational Slokas by Karanam Nagaraja Rao,Bharathi Devarakonda Pdf

In India, the Sanskrit literature is an abundant ocean of knowledge and the more we explore, the more we get. In this book, there are around 108 selected slokas, many of which are from Bhartruhari Niti Sataka, Vidura Niti, Kautilya's Arthasastra, Maha Bharatha, Pancatantra and few others. These slokas are basically for the rulers of the kingdoms and are also known as subhashitas (literal meaning is good words of advice). In olden days these Subhashitas were viewed with great respect. Kautilya opined that Subhashita is on par with other basic requirements like water and food. There are many books in English giving the literary meaning of these subhashitas / slokas. But, in this book, an attempt is made to interpret them from leadership and managerial perspectives. And again for the question, why from ancient wisdom, it is felt that people who want happiness in life are increasingly looking towards spirituality as an alternative to materialistic culture. They need some 'spiritual hooks' or 'skyhooks' to cling upon to justify their decisions. The slokas provide the ground on which spiritual thoughts can propel and proliferate. For those who cannot read Devanagari script, an English version of the sloka in I-Trance format is provided. This book is highly useful for practicing managers, leadership coaches, mentors and the CEOs. Though the title of the book refers managerial insights, the book includes psychological, sociological, and human centric perspectives of the business environment.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1310 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Libraries
ISBN : UVA:X001193303

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Library Journal by Anonim Pdf

Author : Gary Provost
Publisher : Crossroad Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2015-12-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Make Every Word Count by Gary Provost Pdf

From the author of Beyond Style: Mastering the Finer Points of Writing, Gary Provost's Make Every Word Count is a guide to assist writers of both fiction and nonfiction. Topics include: style, use of jargon, avoiding cliches, tone, intention, characterization, credibility, description, dialogue, viewpoints, and many more.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1282 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Booksellers and bookselling
ISBN : MINN:31951P00065079F

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American Bookseller by Anonim Pdf

Author : Melvil Dewey,Richard Rogers Bowker,L. Pylodet,Charles Ammi Cutter,Bertine Emma Weston,Karl Brown,Helen E. Wessells
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 898 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1948
Category : Libraries
ISBN : UOM:39015036909888

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Library Journal by Melvil Dewey,Richard Rogers Bowker,L. Pylodet,Charles Ammi Cutter,Bertine Emma Weston,Karl Brown,Helen E. Wessells Pdf

Includes, beginning Sept. 15, 1954 (and on the 15th of each month, Sept.-May) a special section: School library journal, ISSN 0000-0035, (called Junior libraries, 1954-May 1961). Also issued separately.

Author : Stephen Blake Mettee
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 472 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : UOM:39015039920312

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The Portable Writers' Conference by Stephen Blake Mettee Pdf

Mettee has brought together over 45 editors, authors and agents to advise on all types of writers, on the skills & business of writing. The book also offers a great list of writer's resources, including lists of writer's associations, web sites and at home writing courses.

Author : Fred Fedler
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 706 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0195169999

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Reporting for the Media by Fred Fedler Pdf

Grounded in the basics: grammar, news writing style and traditional story structures, this title introduces students to what reporters do - engage the world around them, generate story ideas, gather information, and write a story. It addresses topics such as broadcast and convergence, taking into account the multimedia nature of journalism.

Author : Elaura Niles
Publisher : Writer's Digest Books
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2005-01-22
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : PSU:000058703991

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Some Writers Deserve to Starve! by Elaura Niles Pdf

Your writing alone won't get you published There are a lot of books that will tell you that anyone can write a book, that all it takes is commitment to the craft, that in time, you'll get the hefty publishing advance you deserve. Maybe you own some of these books. Maybe you think you know enough. You don't. Those books are wrong. Even the most talented writers chance failure if they don't how the publishing industry works. That's where this book comes in. Author Elaura Niles will help you navigate the challenging process of getting your book published, from getting an agent to pitching your work. Armed with insider information, you'll be on your way to publishing your novel (or even optioning a screenplay) in no time. So make a lasting impression on agents, producers and editors - and better your odds for true success - by learning from the brutal truths that are found inside.

Author : Oakley M. Hall
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Creative writing
ISBN : UCSC:32106017216174

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The Art & Craft of Novel Writing by Oakley M. Hall Pdf

Author : Ted Schwarz
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : IND:30000000996037

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The Complete Guide to Writing Biographies by Ted Schwarz Pdf

Details how to research, interview for and write marketable biographies, including as-told-to autobiographies as well as authorized and unauthorized biographies.