In 2001, author Elmore Leonard published a column in the New York Times in their “Writers on Writing” series that contained 10 rules for writing fiction. Now the subject of a book, the column was equal parts entertainment and sincere advice for those who write fiction and do it poorly. Reading Elmore’s column has motivated [...]
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February 28, 2010 by David Perry · Leave a Comment
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Social Tagging: elmore leonard • new york times • nonfiction • rules • writers
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Social Tagging: elmore leonard • new york times • nonfiction • rules • writers
January 21, 2010 by David Perry · 2 Comments
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Social Tagging: art • good • science • writing
Filed under: Content, writing
Social Tagging: art • good • science • writing
How do you know if you’re a good writer or if what you’re reading represents good writing? Most people believe that good writing is subjective. They think it is an art, not a science, which is to say that it’s imprecise, follows loose guidelines and is open to interpretation. This approach is in direct contrast [...]
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