A long game

notes on writing fiction

A long game

notes on writing fiction
Elizabeth McCracken
Book - 2025

In this nonfiction work, writer and teacher Elizabeth McCracken reflects on the practice of writing fiction, drawing on more than three decades of teaching and professional experience. The book addresses topics such as character development, plot, revision, and commonly cited writing conventions, incorporating examples from the author's own creative work. Blending practical guidance with personal reflection, the volume examines both the technical and experiential aspects of sustaining a life as a working writer.

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Главный автор: McCracken, Elizabeth (Автор)
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Язык:English
Опубликовано: New York, NY : Ecco, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, [2025]
Редактирование:First edition.
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