Writing short stories :

Newland, Courttia,

Writing short stories : a writers' and artists' companion / Courttia Newland and Tania Hershman. - xi, 286 pages ; 20 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

This is a guide to writing short fiction successfully. Part 1 explores the nature and history of the genre and helps you get started with ideas, planning and research. Part 2 includes tips by leading short story writers, including: Courttia Newland, Colette Paul, Ali Smith, A.L. Kennedy, Shelley Weiner, Georgina Hammick, Jean McNeil and more. Part 3 contains practical advice - from shaping plots and exploring your characters to beating writers' block, rewriting and publishing your stories.

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