On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft Formats: Hardcover First Edition Release Date: 2000
Synopsis:
On Writing is both a textbook for writers and a memoir of Stephen's life and will, thus, appeal even to those who are not aspiring writers. If you've always wondered what led Steve to become a writer and how he came to be the success he is today, this will answer those questions.
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Posted By: Amy - 06/19/2009 - 12:54 PM EST
Thanks Steve for writing this book! Amazing!
Posted By: Duff - 06/19/2009 - 11:12 AM EST
Dear Mr. King, This book has really inspired--not to mention enlightened me. I have only one question. If you think you (as in the general populous) wrote a good chapter of any genre of story, and the critics think it need major work...well does it? I put-forth my own writing style on what i write, but i really don't know if it is well-written or not. What do u suggest me to do? Listen to the critics, leave it as it is, or re-write the story? (also, you rock...)
Posted By: Smartin289 - 04/22/2009 - 4:03 PM EST
This is a truly great work on the skill of writing, communication- where you are really able to get into someone's head, who feels the same as you and hook neurons together; I loved "...in the same room, ... we are close,"; shakespeare is really in there working on my neurons...wow.
Posted By: -The Road Virus- - 03/30/2009 - 9:33 AM EST
I agree with Don in regards to On Writing, I felt as if someone was speaking the words to me, it's so well written, inspiring and intriguing. I hope Stephen continues writing the type of stories that made him this famous.
Posted By: Hattonator - 02/28/2009 - 8:04 PM EST
Stephen, I'm glad the question about the question came up one day between you and Amy Tan, because you captured what it takes to get the language right, PLUS so much more. I thought a published writer had to put in 8-10 hour days of writing and had to have a plot set in place before starting the novel. No reason, just thought it had to be. Now I have a workable plan and I'm writing and I'm having a blast. Even if I never get published, On Writing changed my life for the better. Thanks for taking the time to write it and please thank Amy Tan for me. Chris Hatton
