Now Write! Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror : : Speculative Genre Exercises From Today's Best Writers and Teachers
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"Featuring speculative fiction-writing exercises from Harlan Ellison (R), Piers Anthony, Ramsey Campbell, Jack Ketchum, screenwriters of The Twilight Zone and Star Trek: The Next Generation, and many more. The fifth volume in the acclaimed Now Write! writing-guide series offers a full toolbox of advice and exercises for speculative fiction writers hoping to craft an engaging alternate reality, flesh out an enthralling fantasy quest, or dream up a bloodcurdling plot twist, including: -Harlan Ellison (R), on crafting the perfect story title -Jack Ketchum, on how economy of language helps create a truly frightening tale -Piers Antony, on making fantastical characters feel genuine and relatable This collection of storytelling secrets from top genre writers-including winners of Nebula, Hugo, Edgar, and Bram Stoker awards-is essential for any writer looking to take a leap beyond the ordinary"-- Provided by publisher.
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PUBLISHED
New York : Tarcher, 2014.
Year Published: 2014
Description: xvi, 367 p. ; 21 cm.
Language: English
Format: Book
ISBN/STANDARD NUMBER
9780399165559
039916555X
SUBJECTS
Science fiction -- Authorship.
Fantasy fiction -- Authorship.
Horror tales -- Authorship.
English language -- Rhetoric -- Problems, exercises, etc.