Must have Books for Writing the Bestselling Novel

Discover the must-have books for writing a bestselling novel! Explore top-rated guides and expert tips to craft compelling stories, master plot structure, and boost your writing skills.

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Becoming a Writer

by Dorothea Brande

A reissue of a classic work published in 1934 on writing and the creative process, Becoming a Writer recaptures the excitement of Dorothea Brande's creative …
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A Writer's Book of Days

by Judy Reeves

A holistic approach to writing offers exercises and practical instruction to encourage the creative process and help make writing a part of daily life.
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The Artist's Way

by Julia Cameron

The Artist's Wayis the seminal book on the subject of creativity. An international bestseller, millions of readers have found it to be an invaluable guide …
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The Writer's Journey

by Christopher Vogler

Shows how writers can use mythic structure to give coherence and weight to both narrative fiction and nonfiction.
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20 Master Plots

by Ronald Tobias

Give your story a solid foundation - a plot that engages readers from start to finish! &break;&break;The best stories linger in the hearts and minds …
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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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Writing the Breakout Novel

by Donald Maass

Take your fiction to the next level! Maybe you're a first-time novelist looking for practical guidance. Maybe you've already been published, but your latest effort …
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The Marshall Plan for Novel Writing

by Evan Marshall

Imagine writing with the skill of a published author, the knowledge of a seasoned editor and the savvy of a New York literary agent....you'd have …
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Writing Fiction

by Janet Burroway

Earlier. Topics include free-writing to revision, plot, style, characterization, dialogue, atmosphere, imagery, and point of view. An anthology of diverse and contemporary short stories followed …
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The Forest for the Trees

by Betsy Lerner

Successful editor and agent Betsy Lerner offers advice to aspiring and accomplished authors based on six writer personality types and provides guidance through the process …
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Self-Editing for Fiction Writers, Second Edition

by Renni Browne

Hundreds of books have been written on the art of writing. Here at last is a book by two professional editors to teach writers the …
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The First Five Pages

by Noah Lukeman

Using examples from actual manuscripts and query letters he's received, a publishing professional illuminates principles that can be applied to virtually any type of writing--fiction, …
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The Writer's Digest Guide to Manuscript Formats

by Dian Dincin Buchman

A well-illustrated, easy-to-follow guide to all types of manuscript format preparation and presentation.
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How to Write Science Fiction & Fantasy

by Orson Scott Card

Learn to write science fiction and fantasy from a master You've always dreamed of writing science fiction and fantasy tales that pull readers into extraordinary …