Scan barcode
gabmc's review
4.0
This is a great book for an aspiring writer and even someone (like me) who likes to read about the craft of writing with no real intentions on becoming an author. The book has many tips on how to become a better writer and also includes 600 writing prompts. It's written in a very easy to read style, with examples of good and bad writing.
thisgirl_writes's review
5.0
A very helpful guide to the craft of writing, and one I'd definitely recommend!
bryannaw's review
4.0
Certainly a useful book to have in classroom libraries, or to be suggested to students with an interest in writing. A very motivating and insightful book with good guides and suggestions for writing.
mela_reads's review
4.0
Decent advice, accessible tone, I didn't find the exercises in the back useful but they may be for some. Interesting insight into the process and perspective of a beloved author.
tricky's review
4.0
I had read this book many years ago and found it at the time refreshing and engaging. Marsden is a well known Australian young adult author, his 'Tomorrow when the War began' series are highly revered.
What I love about this book is it is plain, simple, no nonsense, you can do it style. Marsden reminds you to open your eyes, look around and put this to the page. There are plenty of examples, ideas to get you writing and some excellent sections on grammar.
If you are a writer or want to be a writer, this is a great book to kick start you into tapping at those keyboards for hours on end.
Plus you have to love a cover that has a computer relic on it.
What I love about this book is it is plain, simple, no nonsense, you can do it style. Marsden reminds you to open your eyes, look around and put this to the page. There are plenty of examples, ideas to get you writing and some excellent sections on grammar.
If you are a writer or want to be a writer, this is a great book to kick start you into tapping at those keyboards for hours on end.
Plus you have to love a cover that has a computer relic on it.
oatcappuccino's review
3.0
I found many of the later chapters quite boring, but they're probably aimed at a younger audience (after all, he is a high school teacher). Nonetheless, I learnt from it.
More...