I have a few ideas with a sci-fi theme but would like to get a better understanding as to the structure / styles behind writing a novel - Any advice?
2007-08-01 05:05:16 · 8 answers · asked by GregintheUK 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
On Writing by Stephen King
it gives instruction on EVERY genre, not just horror
also, The Elements of Style by E.B. White and William Strunk Jr.
you can buy both on Amazon.com
2007-08-01 05:13:37 · answer #1 · answered by Nämenlos 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Spooky Art: Some Thoughts on Writing by Norman Mailer
2007-08-01 05:20:52 · answer #2 · answered by Ralph 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A good place to start is with this website:
http://www.writing.com
It's for writers of every type, aspiring or professional and it has lots of tips about writing, recommendations for good books on the subject, and lots more.
Other sites for writers that I've seen recommended but I haven't explored yet are:
http://www.writing-world.com
http://www.greatwriting.co.uk
Also, there's a *mountain* of books about how to write novels, short stories, and just about anything else for publication. Some of these specialise in science fiction. Just google on some relevant keywords like [book how to write]
Hope this helps. Good luck.
2007-08-03 07:54:25 · answer #3 · answered by SolarFlare 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Couple of books worth reading on writing fiction -
Writing Fiction: A Guide to Narrative Craft
From amazon UK
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/0321277368/yah.007-21
From Amazon USA
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0321277368/yah.007-20
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Writing a Novel
From amazon UK
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1592571727/yah.007-21
from amazon USA
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1592571727/yah.007-20
2007-08-01 06:18:54 · answer #4 · answered by The Book Garden 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The vast majority of the greatest writers in the world have always been the most avid readers, as it is virtually training. Just make sure you read enough of a cross section of books, to allow your own style to develop
2007-08-01 05:16:30 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
you could try them self help books but i usually need someone to explain things. check out your local area. there might be some english writing classes going on. if not then drop into a university/college and ask to speak to the professor who teaches literature or any writing course. or you could email people like authors or professors. good luck and happy writing =D
2007-08-01 06:39:45 · answer #6 · answered by Smile =D 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Beginning - Middle - End. Easy.
2007-08-01 05:38:28 · answer #7 · answered by Goose 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
read more and follow what you dream
2007-08-01 05:30:50 · answer #8 · answered by Michael C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋