Edited by Bret Anthony Johnston (2 results)

Soft cover. Condition: As New. 1st printing. 368pp. Bright, clean & tight copy, unread, in As New condition. "You already have the tools to become a gifted writer; what you need is the spark. Harvard creative writing professor and acclaimed author Bret Anthony Johnston brings you an irresistible interactive guide to the craft of narrative writing. From developing characters to building conflict, from mastering dialogue to setting the scene, NAMING THE WORLD jump-starts your creativity with inspiring exercises that will have you scrambling for pen and paper. Every chapter is a master class with the country's most eminent authors, renowned editors, and dedicated teachers." [publisher copy] Including ideas from Joyce Carol Oates, Tom Robbins, Elizabeth Strout, Dan Chaon, Susan Straight, Alan Cheuse, many more. "A delicious book. Imagine yourself at a cocktail party crammed with literary lions. You have the chance to spend a few moments with each of them. Wit and wisdom abound."--Julia Cameron, The Artist's Way. "These entertaining and useful exercises, intelligently organized, are a boon for both beginning and experienced writers."--Andrea Barrett. Pristine paperback w/sharp corners & crisp edges, a square & tight binding w/no creases in spine.…

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Slight discoloration to pages. Minor wear along the edges. Slight rubbing wear to covers. Book may contain some residual odor from prior storage.