Mittelmark, Howard
How NOT to Write a Novel: 200 Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs If You Ever Want to Get Published
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141038544
- author:
- Mittelmark, Howard
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Writing & editing guides
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Avoiding the pitfalls of novel writing is a daunting task, but with the right guidance, it's achievable. How Not to Write a Novel offers a comprehensive guide to the most common mistakes that can sabotage a manuscript. By learning from the authors' 30 years of experience in teaching, editing, writing, and reviewing fiction, you can identify and avoid these errors, ultimately producing a book that works. This book is a humorous and liberating guide that is perfect for anyone who has laughed at a badly written piece of prose or has penned one themselves. With its lighthearted tone, it's an ideal read for writers looking to improve their craft and avoid the pitfalls that can lead to unpublishable work. By following the advice in How Not to Write a Novel, you can create a manuscript that is engaging, well-structured, and free from clichés and malapropisms. This guide is an essential resource for anyone serious about writing a novel.