On Writing- A Memoir of the Craft by Stephen King
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Web ID: 16836900King Just Loves to Write!
As someone who fancies himself a bit of a writer, I decided to read this book to close out the year that I became a Stephen King fan (2024). I really enjoy autobiographies of people I admire (and probably even people I don't) as they generally give a fascinating insight into the author. I think I enjoy memoirs even more so since they're still autobiographical, but generally focused on a specific topic. In this book, King has a section devoted to narrative snapshots of his life in order to give the reader some background as to who he is. That's, like, a third of the book right there. Another third are technical notes on writing and several postscripts which include his reading lists over the decades. The remaining third or so is main crux of the book, which is what everyone picks this up for. And that is his thoughts on the craft of writing. He includes a lot of tips and a couple writing exercises, but he also makes it very clear, throughout the book, that his way isn't the only way - it's just the way that's worked for him. King is remarkably humble about his success. You can tell that he recognizes how successful he is but also that it isn't about the money or the fame for him. Given his great ability to write, his humility doesn't feel false either. He truly loves writing; and it shows. I can't give this book any less than 5 out of 5 stars. It's a fantastic read for anyone interested in writing, is a fan of Stephen King, or just likes a good memoir.
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terrific book for writers and King fans
Although I am not a writer, I am a Stephen King fan, which is why I read this excellent book. In a wonderfully conversational tone, the author provides practical advice on reading, writing, and getting published. He also chats about his early life and how he got started, his current life, and his horrendous accident in 1999. He is still writing today, so clearly, he recovered from that accident. This is a great book for all writers and all King fans.
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One the best books on writing you'll ever read. A gritter "Bird by Bird".
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Half Memoir, half a how-to guide on how to write
Written by horror king Stephen king, On writing is half memoir, half a guide on how to write from his own experience and expertise. A must have for any new writer learning the craft.
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