On Writing

By - King, Stephen

Floor - Floor 3

Published - New English Library, London, 2001

ISBN 10 - 0340820462

ISBN 13 - 9780340820469

Book Status - 1 Qnty Available with us.

Shelf No - 4

Call Number - 813.54 KIN

Physical Description - 367 pages ; 18 cm

Book Information

An autobiographical portrait of Stephen King's home life, his family and his traumatic recent accident. He offers an insight into his world as well as analysis, advice and instruction on writing. Find out what books and films influenced the young writer, his first idea for a story, the true life tale that inspired Carrie. Citing examples of his work and those of his contemporaries such as John Grisham and Raymond Chandler, King gives tips for writers on how to avoid pitfalls and how to use the tools of the trade from building characters to pace and plotting, the importance of dialogue and description - as well as practical advice on presentation and representation. Discover the symbolism, themes and the three deep interests that power all his work.

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