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Good Naked: How to Write More, Write Better, and Be Happier. Revised and Expanded Edition.
From veteran teacher and acclaimed author Joni B. Cole comes the revised and expanded edition of her popular writing guide Good Naked . Once again, Cole's humor and wisdom shine through as she debunks long-held misconceptions of how we're supposed to write, replacing them with advice that works. Feeling overwhelmed? Having trouble getting started or staying motivated? In this edition, Cole offers more stories, strategies, tips on craft, and exercises to serve new and seasoned writers from the first draft to the final edit. Writers will even find help making peace with rejection.
Admirers as well as newcomers to Cole's work appreciate her uniquely cheerful approach, time tested to foster creativity and productivity. Keeping this generous and essential guide close by will provide a jump start to inspiration and a daily reminder of the meaning, humor, and happiness that can be discovered in your own writing life.
Admirers as well as newcomers to Cole's work appreciate her uniquely cheerful approach, time tested to foster creativity and productivity. Keeping this generous and essential guide close by will provide a jump start to inspiration and a daily reminder of the meaning, humor, and happiness that can be discovered in your own writing life.
248 pages, Paperback
Published September 1, 2022
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October 26, 2022
This book is fantastic! It’s smart, witty, and a must read for all writers—seasoned or newbie. Each time I put the book down, I was excited to get to my computer and start writing.
So many writing books are focused on teaching “how-to” craft, but Cole’s book goes beyond that. She meets writers wherever they are at in the writing process or experience and speaks to the spirit of the writer.
I also highly recommend this book as a teaching tool for creative writing teachers and writing groups. It’s a must have for a writing teacher’s syllabus. Even college composition classes could benefit from Cole’s advice on sparking creativity or learning how to deal with—and offer—positive feedback on writing.
Whether you are a new writer, a published author, or just dabbling in the writer’s realm, Joni helps you find the confidence and comfort to just keep trying. This will be a book I wear the binding out on.
So many writing books are focused on teaching “how-to” craft, but Cole’s book goes beyond that. She meets writers wherever they are at in the writing process or experience and speaks to the spirit of the writer.
I also highly recommend this book as a teaching tool for creative writing teachers and writing groups. It’s a must have for a writing teacher’s syllabus. Even college composition classes could benefit from Cole’s advice on sparking creativity or learning how to deal with—and offer—positive feedback on writing.
Whether you are a new writer, a published author, or just dabbling in the writer’s realm, Joni helps you find the confidence and comfort to just keep trying. This will be a book I wear the binding out on.
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