The Nonfictionist S Guide

Author : Robert L. Root
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Creation (Literary, artistic, etc.)
ISBN : 9780742556171

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The Nonfictionist's Guide by Robert L. Root Pdf

Nonfiction_the 'fourth genre' (along with poetry, fiction, and drama)_is a literary field affecting bestseller lists, writing programs, writers' workshops, and conferences on the study of creative writing, composition/rhetoric, and literature. It is often labeled and/or limited as 'creative' or 'literary' nonfiction and subdivided into essay, memoir, literary journalism, personal cultural criticism, and narratives of nature and travel. A vital and growing form, nonfiction has, until now, needed a sustained discussion about its poetics_both the theory and the craft of this genre. The Nonfictionist's Guide offers a lively exploration of the elements of contemporary nonfiction and suggests imaginative approaches to writing it. Each chapter on a vital aspect of contemporary nonfiction concludes with a separate section of relevant 'notes for nonfictionists.' Beginning with a new definition of nonfiction and explanation of the nonfiction motive, Robert Root discusses the use of experimental forms, the effects of present and past tense and experiential and reflective voices, and the issue of truth. He provides groundbreaking explorations of the segmented essay and the role of spaces as an essential literary device, guiding both readers and writers through the innovative and stimulating ways we write nonfiction now.

Author : Elizabeth Lyon
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2003-03-04
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0399528679

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A Writer's Guide to Nonfiction by Elizabeth Lyon Pdf

A WRITER’S COMPASSDirection for your writing career Don’t get lost on the publishing path. Just forge ahead with the Writer’s Compass. Drawing on decades of professional experience as an author, editor, writing instructor, mentor, and marketing consultant, Elizabeth Lyon helps you navigate the art and craft of writing—with clear, easy-to-follow directions: NORTH Getting Your Bearings Understand your purpose and your audience; learn to refine your ideas, select effective titles, and find the best method of organization for any piece SOUTH Troubleshooting Use checklists and guidelines to spot weaknesses and problems in leads, organization, conclusions, and style—and find out how to correct them EAST Learning to Market Map a successful cover letter, query letter, or proposal, and discover a four-step process to facilitate publication and sales WEST Refining Your Vision Brainstorm to gain perspective on your writing—and how it fits with your values, goals, and dreams

Author : Kendall Dunkelberg
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 279 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2017-09-16
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781350309135

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A Writer's Craft by Kendall Dunkelberg Pdf

This introductory creative writing text uses a unique, multi-genre approach to provide students with a broad-based knowledge of their craft, treating them as professional writers. Beginning by discussing elements common to all genres, this book underscores the importance of learning good writing habits before committing to a genre, encouraging writers to look beyond their genre expectations and learn from other forms. The book then devotes one chapter to each of the major literary genres: fiction, poetry, drama and creative nonfiction. These style-specific sections provide depth as they compare the different genres, furnishing students with a comprehensive understanding of creative writing as a discipline and fostering creativity. The discussion concludes with a chapter on digital media and an appendix on literary citizenship and publishing. With exercises at the end of each chapter, a glossary of literary terms, and a list of resources for further study, A Writer's Craft is the ideal companion to an introductory creative writing class. It has been listed as one of the 'Best Books for Writers' by Poets and Writers magazine.

Author : Emma S. Etuk Ph. D.
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2010-04-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781449086336

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A Splendid Ecstasy by Emma S. Etuk Ph. D. Pdf

Author : William Knowlton Zinsser
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2006-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0605016267

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On Writing Well the Classic Guide to Writing Nonfiction by William Knowlton Zinsser Pdf

Author : Robert L. Root,Michael Steinberg
Publisher : Longman Publishing Group
Page : 484 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Creative nonfiction
ISBN : PSU:000060835482

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The Fourth Genre by Robert L. Root,Michael Steinberg Pdf

An anthology of personal essays and memoirs, literary journalism, and academic/cultural criticism. Designed for use in a classroom, the first half of the 62 essays is a sampler of contemporary creative nonfiction, while the second part discusses theories about the nature of creative nonfiction and t

Author : James P. Davis
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2011-12-16
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781442205703

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The Rowman & Littlefield Guide to Writing with Sources by James P. Davis Pdf

The Rowman & Littlefield Guide to Writing with Sources offers the most thorough and up-to-date discussion of plagiarism and the proper use of sources available today. The new edition incorporates the latest revisions to MLA, CSE, and CMS styles and the lexicon of electronic materials. This succinct and accessible handbook helps writers of all levels to assess, quote, cite, and present information from a variety of sources, including electronic and Internet sources. It features samples, updated throughout, of writing and style sheets, as well as a checklist for quoting and paraphrasing, to help strengthen writing in any field.

Author : Robert J. Kanellas,James Carifio,Lorraine Dagostino
Publisher : University Press of America
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Education
ISBN : 0761810552

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Improving the Expository Writing Skills of Adolescents by Robert J. Kanellas,James Carifio,Lorraine Dagostino Pdf

Although sentence-combining researchers acknowledge the importance of syntax-to-discourse transfer, their treatments have achieved it in varying degrees through unclear procedures. Improving the Expository Writing Skills of Adolescents suggests effective strategies for contextualizing learning in the English language arts, focusing on a novel method of syntax instruction called 'discourse-function sentence combining.' The language arts objectives are integrated with ninth grade biology materials.

Author : Ayn Rand
Publisher : Turtleback Books
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2001-01-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1417714816

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The Art of Nonfiction: A Guide for Writers and Readers by Ayn Rand Pdf

Culled from sixteen informal lectures Ayn Rand delivered to a select audience in the late 1960s, this remarkable work offers indispensable guidance to the aspiring writer of nonfiction while providing readers with a fascinating discourse on art and creation. Based on the concept that the ability to create quality nonfiction is a skill that can be learned like any other, The Art of Nonfiction takes readers through the writing process, step-by-step, providing insightful observations and invaluable techniques along the way.In these edited transcripts, Rand discusses the psychological aspects of writing, and the different roles played by the conscious and subconscious mind. From choosing a subject to polishing a draft to mastering an individual writing style -- for authors of theoretical works or those leaning toward journalistic reporting -- this crucial resource introduces the words and ideas of one of our most enduring authors to a new generation.

Author : Peder Jones,Jay Farness
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 478 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2002-10
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0939693577

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College Writing Skills by Peder Jones,Jay Farness Pdf

College Writing Skills uses explanation, demonstration, and practice to teach skills essential to success in college writing. For this course Peder Jones and Jay Farness have constructed a framework of rhetoric--work in composing paragraphs and essays--around disciplined study of sentences and words. The authors have sought in each section of the book to combine the most useful features of contemporary and traditional approaches to college English. Their overall aim is to enable the beginning college writer to compose clear and effective sentences, paragraphs, and compositions. This new edition of College Writing Skills is a refinement of the four previous editions; it has been shaped by helpful comments from students and instructors who have used the course. Exercises have been updated, and many minor changes for clarity have been made. Basic features of this text have not changed, however. As a hybrid of textbook and workbook, it continues to stress focused practice leading to directed independent composing activities; it emphasizes student writing rather than students reading about writing. This emphasis translates into more than 500 sets of exercises, more than 100 optional workshop activities, and an Appendix covering special problems in the acquisition of English. The exercises in this textbook embody our belief that practice is crucial to improving one's writing skills. Accordingly, this text provides practice in forming ideas, in getting ideas our one's head and onto paper, in experimenting with various sentence structures in order to achieve clarity, in following models of correct grammar and effective style, and in making the writing process pay off through effective revision and editing. A Collegiate Press book

Author : Linda Spencer
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2014-04-10
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781442227590

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Writing Well in the 21st Century by Linda Spencer Pdf

Writing Well in the 21st Century: The Five Essentials provides students, career-builders, and professional writers with the basic elements needed for writing in the 21st century. The book fully explains—and links—the five essentials of good writing: punctuation, grammar, fact-checking, style, and voice. Throughout history technology has changed both language and writing. Today in the digital age, language and writing are changing at a phenomenal pace. Students, career-builders, and professional writers need this guide that reviews those changes and connects the essentials for creating good writing in the digital age. Writing Well in the 21st Century: The Five Essentials gives writers the tools needed today. Among other essentials, the book: Resolves comma issues by explaining the Open and Close Punctuation systems. Writers select which system to use in their writing. Clarifies active and passive voice verbs and advocates using strong, specific verbs in writing. Provides guidelines for choosing credible online websites when searching for resources. Examines attributes of essentials that contribute to a writing style and urges a critical review of verbs. Connects elements that combine to create a voice in a written piece. Relevant and succinctly written, Writing Well in the 21st Century: The Five Essentials gives readers the basics they need to know to create well-written documents for school, work and in their professional writing.

Author : Jill M. Scott,Gregory M. Scott, Emeritus Professor,Stephen M. Garrison, Professor
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2018-03-02
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781442267008

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The Psychology Student Writer's Manual and Reader's Guide by Jill M. Scott,Gregory M. Scott, Emeritus Professor,Stephen M. Garrison, Professor Pdf

This is a supplemental text for all psychology courses that facilitates, invigorates, and enhances student learning by teaching students to read and write effectively.

Author : Robert Root
Publisher : U of Nebraska Press
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2012-09-01
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9780803243453

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Postscripts by Robert Root Pdf

Walt Whitman’s meditation on time is the undercurrent running through Postscripts, a series of reflections on finding one’s place in the endless chain of time. In linked essays, Robert Root ranges across American terrains and landscapes including locales as varied as Walden Pond and Mesa Verde, the mountains of Montana and the coastline of Maine, Great Lakes shorelines and Manhattan on the first day of the war with Iraq. Rich in “all that retrospection,” Postscripts chronicles moments of intimacy and arrival in the natural world while also charting intersections of natural, cultural, and personal history. Whether revisiting the first European settlement in Nova Scotia or seeking out the sites of E. B. White’s life and literature, exploring the only old-growth forest in lower Michigan or shifting perceptions at the birth of a granddaughter, Root offers readers a new perspective on the relationship between time and place, time and timelessness, history and personal history. If the past is prologue, his book suggests, the present is postscript.

Author : Larry Levis
Publisher : University of Pittsburgh Press
Page : 105 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1985-03-15
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 9780822991106

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Winter Stars by Larry Levis Pdf

Since the appearance of his first book in 1972, Larry Levis has been one of the most original and most highly praised of contemporary American poets. In Winter Stars, a book of love poems and elegies, Levis engages in a process of relentless self-interrogation about his life, about losses and acceptances. What emerges is not merely autobiography, but a biography of the reader, a “representative life” of our time.

Author : William Zinsser
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : English language
ISBN : 1451726996

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On Writing Well by William Zinsser Pdf

"On Writing Well has been praised for its sound advice, its clarity, and its warmth of style. It is a book for anybody who wants to learn how to write, whether about people or places, science and technology, business, sports, the arts, or about yourself. Its principles and insights have made it a cherished resource for several generations of writers and students. The text warns against common errors in structure, style, and diction, and explains the fundamentals of conducting interviews and writing travel, scientific, sports, critical, and humorous articles."--Back cover.