| A Writer's Guide to Nonfiction: A Clear, Practical Reference for All Writers Contributor(s): Lyon, Elizabeth (Author) |
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ISBN: 0399528679 ISBN-13: 9780399528675 Publisher: Penguin Adult Hc/Tr OUR PRICE: $22.80 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2003 Annotation: A professional writing instructor helps writers navigate the art and craft of writing nonfiction, including essays, memoirs, how-to, travel, technical, food/recipes, and more. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Language Arts & Disciplines | Writing - General - Language Arts & Disciplines | Style Manuals - Language Arts & Disciplines | Literacy |
| Dewey: 808.02 |
| LCCN: 2002035521 |
| Series: Writer's Compass (Perigee) |
| Physical Information: 0.98" H x 5.11" W x 7.96" (0.41 lbs) 240 pages |
| Themes: - Theometrics - Secular |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: 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 BearingsUnderstand your purpose and your audience; learn to refine your ideas, select effective titles, and find the best method of organization for any piece
SOUTH TroubleshootingUse checklists and guidelines to spot weaknesses and problems in leads, organization, conclusions, and style--and find out how to correct them
EAST Learning to MarketMap a successful cover letter, query letter, or proposal, and discover a four-step process to facilitate publication and sales
WEST Refining Your VisionBrainstorm to gain perspective on your writing--and how it fits with your values, goals, and dreams
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