Fiction -- Authorship

Gareth L. Powell would be the first to tell you that he doesn't know everything about being a writer, or about getting published, or about life when your work is in a bookshelf. But his field-guide to publishing, 'About Writing', is here to help writers on every stage of their journey. Whether yo...

When Nell Stevens was given the opportunity to spend three months in a location of her choice in order to write her novel, she was determined to rid herself of all distractions. So Nell decided to travel to Bleaker Island (official population: two) in the Falklands where she would write 2,500 wor...

Providing a unique insight into how a bestselling author writes, 'The Maeve Binchy's Writers' Club' includes advice, tips and a witty take on the life of a writer from the successful Irish author.

Packed with tips from bestselling and prize-winning authors, this book gives you all the practical advice you need to write and publish your novel.

In this engaging book, the bestselling author and famously reclusive writer shares with readers what he thinks about being a novelist; his thoughts on the role of the novel in our society; his own origins as a writer; and his musings on the sparks of creativity that inspire other writers, artists...

'Plot & Structure' offers clear and concise information on creating a believable and engaging plot that readers can't resist. Written by award-winning thriller and suspense author James Scott Bell, his handy instruction guide includes easy-to-understand techniques, engaging exercises and guidance.

'Reacher Said Nothing' is a book about a guy writing a book. An instant meta-book. It crosses genres, by bringing a high-level critical approach to a popular text, and gives a fascinating insight into the art of writing a thriller, showing the process in real time.

Would you like to write but have no spare time? Do you not know where to begin? 'Write a novel in 10 minutes a day' will help you sculpt a full-length piece of creative writing in just ten minutes a day. Starting with a daily practical exercise, it will help you manage your writing schedule withi...

This third edition guides the reader through a number of identifiable stages, including choosing the theme, creating characters, research, cutting and rewriting and writer's block. It also looks at finding a suitable publisher.