Writing Fiction
Gotham Writers' Workshop
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Writing Fiction
Published
2003
Publisher
Bloomsbury
Pages
291
ISBN-10
1582343306
Description
[Gotham Writers' Workshop][1] has mastered the art of teaching the craft of writing in a way that is practical, accessible, and entertaining. Now the techniques of this renowned school are available in this book. Here you'll find: - The fundamental elements of fiction craft-character, plot, point of view, etc.-explained clearly and completely - Key concepts illustrated with passages from great works of fiction - The complete text of "Cathedral" by Raymond Carver-a masterpiece of contemporary short fiction that is analyzed throughout the book - Exercises that let you immediately apply what you learn to your own writing Written by Gotham Writers' Workshop expert instructors and edited by Dean of Faculty Alexander Steele, Writing Fiction offers the same methods and exercises that have earned the school international acclaim. Once you've read-and written-your way through this book, you'll have a command of craft that will enable you to turn your ideas into effective short stories and novels. You will be a writer. Learn more at [WritingFiction.info][2] Praise for *Writing Fiction*: "Here is an honest, engaging guide with lessons every writer, at any stage, will benefit from." - Jhumpa Lahiri, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of *Interpreter of Maladies* "A valuable book for aspiring writers and aspiring teacher...I highly recommend this text." - Jonathan Ames, author of *The Extra Man* "This is an excellent starting place for someone exploring the art and craft of writing fiction." - *Publishers Weekly* "It's an incredible book, not just for the aspiring writer but for the ardent reader as well." - Michael Ray, Editor, *Zoetrope: All-Story* "I've found a new book to use in my own writing classes. This is a fine guide." - Chuck Kinder, Writing Program Director, University of Pittsburgh [1]: http://www.WritingClasses.com/"Gotham Writers' Workshop" [2]: http://www.writingfiction.info
Subjects
Steal like an artist
The Artist's Way
Imaginative writing
The Technique of the Mystery Story
Writing Down the Bones
The least you should know about English
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Writing Fiction?
This edition of Writing Fiction has approximately 291 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Writing Fiction?
For most readers, Writing Fiction typically takes between 6h 4m and 4h 3m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 72,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 51m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 72,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Writing Fiction?
The estimated word count for Writing Fiction is approximately 72,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Writing Fiction?
Writing Fiction was written by Gotham Writers' Workshop.
When was Writing Fiction published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2003. The original work may have been published on a different date.