No Rules, Just Tools (Paperback)
Julie Haase
Sold by Grand Eagle Retail, Bensenville, IL, U.S.A.
AbeBooks Seller since 12 October 2005
New - Soft cover
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Add to basketSold by Grand Eagle Retail, Bensenville, IL, U.S.A.
AbeBooks Seller since 12 October 2005
Condition: New
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketPaperback. You want to write a great book, but why do there have to be so many rules?Good news! You don't have to think of them as "rules" any longer! Not after you read No Rules, Just Tools . . .Do you want to learn the tricks to great narrative writing without being confused and irritated? Do you like easy-to-understand explanations and a fun, down-to-earth tone? How about lots of examples and practice exercises that help you internalize what you've learned in a simple, practical way?In No Rules, Just Tools, you'll learn and practice all kinds of handy tips including: how to avoid passive voice, cliches, and other writing foibles;the tricks to show, don't tell;the secrets behind using deep point of view;how to enhance your descriptions and reader engagement.And if your mind isn't already blown, you'll also learn: common punctuation rulesthe differences between commonly confused words and spellingsthe difference between point of view and perspective in writing and how they work together to create better narrationBut wait . . . those sound like rules! So then how does the book get its super catchy title? Because you'll also learn when to throw out the rule book and actually use the things you keep being told to avoid!So if you want to master the writing tips and tricks you keep hearing about-without wanting to throw your laptop against the wall-then this is the book for you. Order your copy today and take the mystery out of writing amazing fiction and narrative nonfiction. No Rules, Just Tools is an easy-to-follow guide for writing techniques like avoiding passive language and show, don't tell. The book is informative and fun, includes practice exercises, and keeps everything simple. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
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You want to write a great book, but why do there have to be so many rules?
Good news! You don't have to think of them as "rules" any longer! Not after you read No Rules, Just Tools . . .
Do you want to learn the tricks to great narrative writing without being confused and irritated? Do you like easy-to-understand explanations and a fun, down-to-earth tone? How about lots of examples and practice exercises that help you internalize what you've learned in a simple, practical way?
In No Rules, Just Tools, you'll learn and practice all kinds of handy tips including:
And if your mind isn't already blown, you'll also learn:
But wait . . . those sound like rules! So then how does the book get its super catchy title? Because you'll also learn when to throw out the rule book and actually use the things you keep being told to avoid!
So if you want to master the writing tips and tricks you keep hearing about-without wanting to throw your laptop against the wall-then this is the book for you. Order your copy today and take the mystery out of writing amazing fiction and narrative nonfiction.
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