On Writing Volume 1

by James Magnuson

Audiobook (4 CDs)- Contains two 1. Writing Your First Novel by James Magnuson, and 2. How To Write Historical Fiction by Roberta Gellis.
WRITING YOUR FIRST NOVEL
Learn how to write The Great American Novel from veteran novelist JAMES MAGNUSON. Topics include how to a) use autobiographical material, b) complete your manuscript, c) find the spine of your novel, d) handle rewrites, e) keep your vision, and f) avoid common pitfalls.
HOW TO WRITE HISTORICAL FICTION
Listening to ROBERTA GELLIS is a privilege. Her no-nonsense approach to writing historical fiction will answer questions you didn't know you had, and keep you on track with your own manuscript. Topics include how a) carry out useful research, b) pin down a historical period, c) discover how historical people lived and felt, d) pick a key event, and e) create believable characters.

Genres: Writing

4 pages, Audio CD

First published March 1, 2005

About the author

James Magnuson is the author of eight previous novels and the recipient of multiple fellowships and awards for fiction. He currently directs the James A. Michener Center for Writers at the University of Texas. He lives in Austin.

Reviews

[Craig Southwick · Rating 3 out of 5]

I thought this book had some interesting points. I learned most about research and where to find information, other then google.