Title: On Writing: A Memoir of the CraftAuthor: Stephen King
Pages: 291
Genre: Non-Fiction
Series: Stand Alone
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Synopsis: Part memoir, part master class by one of the bestselling authors of all time, this superb volume is a revealing and practical view of the writer's craft, comprising the basic tools of the trade every writer must have. King's advice is grounded in his vivid memories from childhood through his emergence as a writer, from his struggling early career to his widely reported, near-fatal accident in 1999 -- and how the inextricable link between writing and living spurred his recovery. Brilliantly structured, friendly and inspiring, On Writing will empower and entertain everyone who reads it -- fans, writers, and anyone who loves a great story told well.
Traditionally, the muses were women, but mine's a guy. I'm afraid we'll just have to live with that.
Review: I wasn't sure what to expect with this book. I went into it knowing that I'm not a writer. I never will be. I just don't have that gift. I shouldn't have worried. Stephen King made the book so much fun to read, even though I knew I'd never use the advice he was giving.
His memories of his childhood and the story of what happened with a van that nearly killed him in 1999 were heartbreaking and touching. I admire Mr. King more (if that's possible!) than I did before I read this book.
His complete honesty and his interesting life make this book a great read, whether you plan to write or not. If you are a writer (or want to be), I'd say that it's necessary reading.
Rating: 9 / 10
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