
Starting to Write
Step-by-step Guidance to Becoming an Author
Rennie Parker(Author)
Graham Lawler(Editor)
Studymates (Publisher)
Published on 1. January 1999
Book
Paperback/Softback
160 pages
978-1-84285-093-0 (ISBN)
Description
Here is how to become a published writer. Many people yearn to become a published writer but publishers complain of the poor quality manuscripts they receive and how they are un-publishable. There are a substantial number of novice writers who are making totally avoidable mistakes. In this book you will learn: how to start writing and become your best critic; how to deal with writers block, rejection and still keep writing; how to find a market for your work; and, how to find the best writing style and best area to write in, for your personality.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Abergele
United Kingdom
Publishing group
GLMP Ltd
Dimensions
Height: 215 mm
Width: 135 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-84285-093-0 (9781842850930)
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Persons
Dr Rennie Parker is a an academic and published writer. She teaches creative writing to Leicestershire. She is also a consultant for a local museum and enjoys walking her dogs through the Leicestershire Countryside.
Content
1 Where do I start? 2 Your essential kit 3 Prose or poetry 4 becoming a creative writer 5 Avoiding common mistakes 6 Beat the block, deal with rejection, solve those problems 7 Dealing with rejection 8 Towards Publication 9 Self Publishing 10 Joining in: joining the right clubs and societies and preparing to perform in public