This one is a must for the active writer. Even though it was writen in 1965 it is still a great tool. This is one of three must have books. It is writen in a a straight forward almost outline style and can be used over and over again as a reference.
The Best on Writing Dramatic Fiction:
I bought this book on account of all these rave reviews, and everyone was right - this is one of the very best books on writing fiction there is. I have over twenty, and even after all that, when reading yet another chapter on point of view is like slogging through sludge, Swain brings such refreshing verve and wit to the subject that everything seems new again. And it actually is, since he clues you in to key aspects you'd never considered before. First, some clarifications - forget the title and the... more info
Techniques of the Selling Writer:
I have purchased dozens of self-help writing books, writing magazines and writing related software over the past years, however I could have saved a lot of time developing effective writing techniques by purchasing Dwight Swain's book, "Techniques of the Selling Writer", earlier on in the process. I highly recommend this book to the beginner, as well as the long time aspiring writer.
Dated but still good:
This is a good one. It's written in an encouraging tone, it's entertaining, and it's full of good advice. The age is showing a little (women are either ditzy blonds or housewives who spend their husband's money on mink coats) but that just gives the book a certain charm. It doesn't extensively cover the whole topic, this is not one and all book. It gives you the basic tools on how to create conflict, characters, and structure, but you should still check other books for tips on editing and style.more info
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