Teach Yourself Creative Writing is the ideal handbook for every aspiring author. It covers all the main forms of writing--articles, short stories, poetry, plays, novels, and nonfiction--and features up-to-date examples and exercises to motivate and inspire. Throughout the book, the author offers readers clear guidance on developing their talent, helping them acquire the essential skills for a successful writing career.
New chapters in this revised edition include subjects such as writing from experience, magazine short stories, research and the Internet, and more.