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  • Stein on Writing

  • A Master Editor Shares His Craft, Techniques, and Strategies
  • By: Sol Stein
  • Narrated by: Christopher Lane
  • Length: 11 hrs and 17 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (324 ratings)
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Summary

Stein on Writing provides immediately useful advice for writers of fiction and nonfiction, whether newcomers or accomplished professionals. As Sol Stein, renowned editor, author, and instructor, explains, "This is not a book of theory. It is a book of usable solutions, how to fix writing that is flawed, how to improve writing that is good, how to create interesting writing in the first place." With examples from his best sellers as well as aspiring students' writing, Stein offers detailed sections on characterization, dialogue, pacing, flashbacks, liposuctioning flab, the "triage" method of revision, using the techniques of fiction to enliven nonfiction, and more.
©1995 Sol Stein (P)2003 Blackstone Audiobooks

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Not a dull moment. So much valuable advice that I have now purchased the hard copy and will re-read with a highlighter in hand!

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great

very informative. well read. I liked it a lot. I even brought one of his books while I was listening to this. that was great as well .. The Magician.

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Great advice, grating narration

The advice is detailed and concise. If you can get by the wood file voice, you'll enjoy some learning.

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excellent

I loved listening to Sol Stein's book with it's clear well structured advice on writing. I picked up so many tips and am inspired to write now more than ever. a great inspiration. I enjoyed Christopher Lane's vocals throughout. he was clear, concise and easy to listen to. Well done.

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Working on it.

There is much to digest so chew slowly and do not choke. On a par with listening to good music; enjoyable, entertaining, thought provoking and insightful. Soon. The time is soon.

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Inspiring, meaningful and practical.

Stein tells his experience in the craft and helps authors to get published. Not your usual writing manual. I found it way more inspirational than other similar books, and gaering from an insider was very nourishing.

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Insightful advice for writers

Enjoyed the layout of the book. years of experience managing to be distilled down. enjoyed it

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Inspirational

I don't normal bother to write reviews but this merits one. I've learned more from this audiobook than I have from 10 other texts. While predominately for the fiction writer, most of the concepts, as Stein explains, are just as applicable in non-fiction writing.

I don't believe there is anyone alive who couldn't learn at least something from this book.

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Ground breaking

I have been waiting to start for so long! I even forgot. When my sister asked me to start writing for our group I felt something pinged inside me. I researched and found a few books on writing. However, Sol gives writing a life within me!!! I can't wait to get started!

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The single most useful book I have read on writing

This book helps demystify the art of writing. For the first time I really understand many of the tricks of the writers craft. After finishing the book I understand two things, how to write well and why learning to write well may take the rest of my life. An essentail read for aspiring writers.

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