Now write! Science fiction, fantasy, and horror
Subtitle: speculative genre exercises from today's best writers and teachers
By: edited by Laurie Lamson
Publisher: Jeremy P. Tarcher/Penguin; TarcherPerigee; Jeremy P. Tarcher/Penquin, a memeber of Penguin Group (USA)
Published: 2014
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 367
ISBN-13: 9780399165559
Subjects: Science fiction; Problems, exercises; Authorship; Fantasy fiction; Rhetoric; English language; Horror tales
Description: "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 Anthony, 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"--