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Book Title
On Writing
Narrative Type
Nonfiction
Features
Dust Jacket
Genre
Biographies & True Stories
Intended Audience
Young Adults, Adults
Edition
First Edition
Subject
Memoir
ISBN
9780684853529

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Scribner
ISBN-10
0684853523
ISBN-13
9780684853529
eBay Product ID (ePID)
1697899

Product Key Features

Number of Pages
288 Pages
Publication Name
On Writing
Language
English
Publication Year
2000
Subject
Science Fiction & Fantasy, Authorship, General, Literary, Composition & Creative Writing
Type
Textbook
Author
Stephen King
Subject Area
Literary Criticism, Language Arts & Disciplines, Biography & Autobiography
Format
Hardcover

Dimensions

Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
16.1 Oz
Item Length
8.4 in
Item Width
5.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
00-030105
Dewey Edition
23
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
808.02
Synopsis
"If you don't have the time to read, you don't have the time or the tools to write."In 1999, Stephen King began to write about his craft -- and his life. By midyear, a widely reported accident jeopardized the survival of both. And in his months of recovery, the link between writing and living became more crucial than ever.Rarely has a book on writing been so clear, so useful, and so revealing. On Writing begins with a mesmerizing account of King's childhood and his uncannily early focus on writing to tell a story. A series of vivid memories from adolescence, college, and the struggling years that led up to his first novel, Carrie, will afford readers a fresh and often very funny perspective on the formation of a writer. King next turns to the basic tools of his trade -- how to sharpen and multiply them through use, and how the writer must always have them close at hand. He takes the reader through crucial aspects of the writer's art and life, offering practical and inspiring advice on everything from plot and character development to work habits and rejection. Serialized in the New Yorker to vivid acclaim, On Writing culminates with a profoundly moving account of how King's overwhelming need to write spurred him toward recovery, and brought him back to his life.Brilliantly structured, friendly and inspiring, On Writing will empower -- and entertain -- everyone who reads it.
LC Classification Number
PS3561.I483Z475 2000

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  • by renovate7479
    15 May, 2018Most favourable review

    A good read

    I have thoroughly enjoyed this book by Stephen King. He gives a lot of good advice about writing in an interesting way. In the first part of the book he talks about his earlier years, which is extremely interesting. I would recommend this book to anyone, writer, would-be-writer, or just an interested reader.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: thrift.books

  • by lamint_26
    27 Sep, 2023Most critical review

    Not worth the price.

    I do like Stephen Kings novels, but I am not especially enamored with this book. The first part, a mini-biography, is fine but not especially interesting. The core of the book - the writing on writing - is also interesting, but not particularly instructive. To be honest, this sounds like a recording of Mr. King giving forth on things that interest him. Fine, as far as it goes, but his (studied) laconic and I-dont'-give-a-fuck-what-you-really-think become tiresome and, sorry to say, a bit tannoying. Sorry, Stephen. Love your books. The rest? Not so much.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: wa_tacoma_goodwill_olympics_rainier_region

  • by ladecorativecreations
    27 Jul, 2016

    King's view on writing

    Great book on writing by one of the best contemporary authors in America. King's memoir section is also interesting for any King fan. This book really inspires one to let "the guys in the basement" out and begin writing.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: cbc1966

  • by gaprilday
    11 Jan, 2018

    Stephen King in a whole new Light

    As an aspiring author, reading how a great like S. K. got his real (as in childhood on up) start was enlightening, encouraging and downright entertaining. I heartily recommend this book.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: discover-books

  • by dusty1231
    03 Nov, 2015

    A must have for all writers

    Stephen King opens my eyes on writing. So many useful stories and thoughts on the craft. I absolutely love how easy it is to read his books as this one also seems as though he's right there talking to you. Get it.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: murrockie

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