Short Story Writing Guide

Author: (USA) Dixson, (USA) Smelser
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Publish Date: 1998-03-01
Features: This book starts with cultivating self-confidence and nurturing novel ideas, and extends to technical issues from drafting to submission. Its scope of discussion is rarely seen in books of a similar nature. The articles include critiques of some writers, works, and even student manuscripts, as well as personal anecdotes shared by the author. There are both in-depth yet accessible theoretical analyses and detailed explorations of specific techniques. The writing style is diverse, but mostly concise and engaging, with a playful yet serious tone that creates a sense of closeness. Although some individual viewpoints in the book may not be suitable for all countries worldwide, literary writing, like literary works, holds value in reflecting various aspects of human life, thoughts, emotions, and values. The fundamental techniques and principles discussed in the book are undoubtedly universal.