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A comprehensive handbook for writers encompasses information and advice on topics such as building one's skills, setting up a workspace, getting editors' attention, finding a literary agent, and avoiding common mistakes. Original. (view table of contents)

Discusses the writer's attitude and craft, writing successful fiction and nonfiction, publishing opportunities, doing business with editors and agents, and business and legal matters (view table of contents)

Tells how to set up a place to write, determine one's goals, put ideas on paper, use outlining, write a first draft, avoid common mistakes, edit, prepare a manuscript for submission, and grow as a writer

Offers advice for dealing with college life and includes ways to avoid some potential problems

Addresses in quick reference format the basics to conceiving, researching, writing, and marketing fiction and nonfiction, including such tips as conquering fears, doing business with editors, and legal matters

Offers tips on developing creative writing techniques and an individual literary style and includes practice writing exercises

Offers tips on developing creative writing techniques and an individual literary style and includes practice writing exercises

Looks at the current fiction market, explains how to select and approach editors and agents, and indicates the proper form for proposals and submissions

Gives advice on selecting a school, gaining admission, arranging financial aid, picking good classes, taking exams, handling stress, and looking for work