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100 1 _aAnonymous
245 1 0 _aHow to Write a Novel: A Practical Guide to the Art of Fiction
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2012-02-15
508 _aProduced by David Starner, Lisa Reigel, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.)
520 _a"How to Write a Novel: A Practical Guide to the Art of Fiction" by Anonymous is a practical guide on the craft of writing fiction, likely written in the early 20th century. The book addresses those aspiring novelists who wish to learn about storytelling, character development, and the intricacies of crafting a compelling narrative. It aims to provide a systematic approach to the principles of novel-writing, emphasizing that while creativity is vital, certain techniques and structures can be taught. The opening of the text sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of the writing process, beginning with the author's ambitious goal to teach the art of fiction. It discusses the dichotomy of opinions regarding the teachability of writing, referencing various figures in literature who share their perspectives on the craft. The author outlines that while generating ideas and stories is inherently personal and can’t be directly taught, understanding how to construct a plot and develop characters can be learned through guidance and practice. The beginning emphasizes the importance of observation and insight as foundational skills for any writer, thereby introducing the themes and techniques that will be explored throughout the guide. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFiction -- Technique
653 _aFiction -- Authorship
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38887
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