Books that helped me write my first novel now with an agent

Discover the top books that guided me to write my first novel and secure a literary agent. Explore essential reads for aspiring authors to craft, edit, and pitch their work successfully.

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Bird by Bird

by Anne Lamott

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • An essential volume for generations of writers young and old. The twenty-fifth anniversary edition of this modern classic will continue …
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Stein On Writing

by Sol Stein

Professional secrets from a renowned editor, prize-winning author, and award-winning instructor make this book the #1 practical choice for fiction and nonfiction writers of all …
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Self-editing for fiction writers

 

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The Joy of Writing Sex

 

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Writing Down the Bones

by Natalie Goldberg

A collection of essays in which the author explores methods of writing based on her experience in Zen meditation.
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Timequake

by Kurt Vonnegut

A New York Times Notable Book from the acclaimed author of Slaughterhouse-Five, Breakfast of Champions, and Cat's Cradle. At 2:27pm on February 13th of the …
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