The Exercise Book: creative writing exercises from Victoria University's Institute of Modern letters

by Ken Duncum (editor), Bill Manhire (editor), Chris Price (editor)

Writers of all skill levels can give their minds a work-out with this extensive book of writing prompts and exercises. Brimming with stimulating trigger ideas, the exercises help readers explore the nuts and bolts of the craft, from poetry and short fiction to scriptwriting, while helping to find inspiration everywhere.

224 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 2011

About the author

Duncum, Ken (1959– ) is a dramatic writer, poet and educator. He has written for theatre, television and radio, and had poems published in a number of journals. He is a highly regarded playwright and his plays have toured nationally. Ken Duncum is also an educator, and has been appointed to the position of Michael Hirschfeld Director of Scriptwriting at the International Institute of Modern Letters, Victoria University. He has received a number of significant awards for his theatre work.

Reviews

[Mike · Rating 5 out of 5]

Can't remember when I first read this - I've used bits of it at other times as well. Think I got a copy from the Library, and then got my own copy later. But it must be several years ago now (this is written in 2016).
Great idea starter; some crazy ideas, some nonsense, but all stuff that's worth considering when the brain just needs a bit of a fillup.

[Gretchen · Rating 5 out of 5]

All writing teachers owe it to themselves to purchase for inspiration. Ignore cover for inspiration.

[Ray · Rating 4 out of 5]

definitely a worthy addition to my "practical" bookshelf.