Writing a Novel Author:John Braine In this book, John Braine, internationally known author of six novels including the celebrated Room at the Top, speaks out candidly on his craft and shares with the reader his professional expertise and personal experiences. In addition, he provides a manual of proved techniques that can be applied by anyone with the urge to write. H... more »ere is a full program--from first take to final draft--based on Braine's own working methods and designed to be directly helpful in writing a publishable novel.
Using passages from key contemporary writers, this book assesses the essentials of style and skill that all good writers have in common and every novice can learn; at the same time, it gives concrete advice on everything the aspiring writer needs to know. As entertaining as it is useful, WRITING A NOVEL is a practical handbook as well as a rare insider's account of the art and craft of a successful and widely respected writer.« less