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Author of young-adult novels CRACKS and THE BRUTE. "My goal is to write fiction that even the most reluctant readers will enjoy." I'm currently working on two projects: a novel set during the War of 1812 and a nonfiction book about writing fiction.

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Arts & Humanities > Writing Resources Book reviews: On Writing Well: The Classic Guide to Writing Nonfiction, by William Zinsser: 2 of 2
On Writing Well, by William Zinsser, is meant to compliment The Elements of Style by Stunk and White. In Zinsser's own words "The Elements of Style is a book of pointers and admonitions: do this, don't do that. What it didn't address was how to apply those principles to the various forms that nonfiction writing and journalism... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Resources Book reviews: Writing the Breakout Novel, by Donald Maass: 2 of 2
Book Review ofWRITING THE BREAKOUT NOVELBy Donald Maass2001, Writer's Digest BooksWriting the Breakout Novel, by Donald Maass, offers guidance on how to take novel-writing to the next level, maybe even to the bestseller list. All from the viewpoint of a successful literary agent and author.What sets this book apart from so ma... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Resources Book reviews: Lessons From a Lifetime of Writing, by David Morrell: 2 of 2
FASCINATING AND INFORMATIVELessons from a Lifetime of Writing, by David Morrell, is an insightful blend of writing tips and biographical information from the author of First Blood, the novel that introduced the world to the fictional character Rambo. Rather than attempt to cover all aspects of the craft, Morrell addresses a d... More..