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The Constant Art of Being a Writer

The Life, Art and Business of Fiction

The Life, Art and Business of Fiction

By N.M. Kelby

By N.M. Kelby

By N. M. Kelby

By N. M. Kelby

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Category: Reference

Paperback $22.00

Sep 23, 2009 | ISBN 9781582975757

Ebook $9.99

Aug 26, 2009 | ISBN 9781599633640

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    About The Constant Art of Being a Writer

    The Fiction Writer’s Guide to Creative Success

    From that first story idea to publication and beyond, being a novelist is an evolving process. The Constant Art of Being a Writer helps you discover the mindset and skills you need to confidently approach each aspect of writing and publishing.

    Award-winning novelist and short story writer N.M. Kelby explores core fiction writing techniques like idea generation, outlining, character development, and the use of black comedic moments and magic realism, as well as essential business-related topics like getting an agent, self-promotion, crafting a bestseller, the ins and outs of a successful author tour, and much more.

    With lively instruction, innovative writing tips, and original exercises, The Constant Art of Being a Writer is a guide you can count on every step of the way.

    About The Constant Art of Being a Writer

    The Fiction Writer’s Guide to Creative Success

    From that first story idea to publication and beyond, being a novelist is an evolving process. The Constant Art of Being a Writer helps you discover the mindset and skills you need to confidently approach each aspect of writing and publishing.

    Award-winning novelist and short story writer N.M. Kelby explores core fiction writing techniques like idea generation, outlining, character development, and the use of black comedic moments and magic realism, as well as essential business-related topics like getting an agent, self-promotion, crafting a bestseller, the ins and outs of a successful author tour, and much more.

    With lively instruction, innovative writing tips, and original exercises, The Constant Art of Being a Writer is a guide you can count on every step of the way.

    About N.M. Kelby

    N.M. Kelby is the author of the recently released Murder at the Bad Girl’s Bar and Grill (Shaye Areheart/ Random House), Whale Season (Shaye Areheart/ Random House), Theater of the Stars (Theia/Hyperion), and In the Company of Angels (Theia/Hyperion). Named… More about N.M. Kelby

    About N. M. Kelby

    N. M. Kelby spent 20 years as a television and print journalist before she began writing novels. She is the author of Whale Season and lives in Sarasota, Florida, near the beach, with her husband, dogs, cats, and a kettle… More about N. M. Kelby

    Product Details

    Category: Reference

    Paperback | $22.00
    Published by Writer’s Digest Books
    Sep 23, 2009 | 256 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-4/9 | ISBN 9781582975757

    Category: Reference

    Ebook | $9.99
    Published by Writer’s Digest Books
    Aug 26, 2009 | 256 Pages | ISBN 9781599633640
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