Now write! speculative genre exercises from today's best writers and teachers / Science fiction, fantasy and horror
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New York : Jeremy P. Tarcher/Penguin, [2014].
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9780399165559 (pbk.), 9780399165559, 039916555X
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xvi, 367 pages ; 21 cm.
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Adult Nonfiction (3rd floor)NF 808.3876 NOWWRIT 2014Checked OutMarch 18, 2024

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Published
New York : Jeremy P. Tarcher/Penguin, [2014].
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English
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9780399165559 (pbk.), 9780399165559, 039916555X

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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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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Lamson, L. (2014). Now write!: speculative genre exercises from today's best writers and teachers . Jeremy P. Tarcher/Penguin.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Lamson, Laurie. 2014. Now Write!: Speculative Genre Exercises From Today's Best Writers and Teachers. Jeremy P. Tarcher/Penguin.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Lamson, Laurie. Now Write!: Speculative Genre Exercises From Today's Best Writers and Teachers Jeremy P. Tarcher/Penguin, 2014.

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Lamson, Laurie. Now Write!: Speculative Genre Exercises From Today's Best Writers and Teachers Jeremy P. Tarcher/Penguin, 2014.

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