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Guy Incognito
Writing ExaminerAuthor of over 12 novels and countless short stories and poems, Guy Incognito knows what it takes to create engaging characters, believable worlds, and success in writing.
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First-timers up for the Man Booker prize!
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Several first-time authors were on the list for the Man Booker prize! This is great since it gives even us first-timers a chance at achievement in the literary field on our first go..jpg)
Five first novels are in the running for this year's Man Booker prize, making it onto a longlist that has passed over many big names in favour of an eclectic selection encompassing small presses, humour and thrillers.
Salman Rushdie (The Enchantress of Florence), Amitav Ghosh (Sea of Poppies) and Philip Hensher (The Northern Clemency) head up the big hitters in a 13-strong list that ignores some of the predicted favourites, including Tim Winton, Peter Carey, Damon Galgut and John Burnside.
Check out the article here at the Guardian.
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Topics: Writing , Author , Novel , Publishing , Tom Rob Smith , Child 44 , Man Booker Prize
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Tales of Beedle the Bard: J.K. Rowling shows us the glory of ancillary writing
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If you've not yet been made aware, Amazon.com will soon be releasing The Tales of Beedle the Bard on December 4th, 2008. For those of you who are Harry Potter fans, this is indeed a joyous event.For those of you who couldn't care less, here's why... Read More
Topics: Writing , Author , Novel , Authorship , Creativity , Publishing , Kids , Children and Writing , Tales of Beedle the Bard
Handling rejection part 2: what not to do
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In my last post I discussed using the natural hurt and anger writers are likely to feel upon rejection to their advantage.This might seem like an odd sentiment, but it makes more sense when you consider the alternatives. Other than anger, the other most... Read More
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Handling rejection part 1: the anger method
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It's at once the most painful and expected moments in one's writing career. After spending countless hours on your writing, after having your friends and family read it (or at least look it over), you decide to send it off for publication.And then, six... Read More
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Setting your manuscript free
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This is among the first questions I receive from other first time authors:
"When do I know when it's time to start sending my manuscript off for publication? How do I know when it's really finished?"
I've met first-timers who have been... Read More
Topics: Writing , Author , Novel , Self-Editing , Authorship , Control , Creativity , Publishing
Working With Editors: A Necessary Evil
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Ok, to be fair, editors as a group are not evil. But their influence can feel oppressive to writers who've just poured their hearts and souls into their work.So first thing to keep in mind when someone has just eviscerated your manuscript is that you... Read More
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So You Think Your Kid Can Write?
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Probably second only to "Have you been published?", the most frequent comment is receive is "My child seems to be interested in making up stories/writing fairytales etc. How do I encourage this?"Well, first thing's first. Talk to... Read More
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Writing Rule #8: The World is Your Oyster
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8. Write everything. Start with what you’re good at, and what you really enjoy. Learn your medium and hone your abilities. But once you become confident, branch out. Experiment with different formats. Some ideas work better... Read More
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Writing Rule #7: The Writing Cycle
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7. Writing, like any creative process, is a wheel; in order for it to keep turning, you have to have both intake and outtake. When you’re out of things to say, try reading, listening to music, or watching movies. Don’t... Read More
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Getting Published: Know Your Options
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It's the first question asked when you tell someone you're a writer. "Have you been published?"Because let's face it, the moment you say "no" you get that look that says "Oh, you're not a REAL writer then, you just do it for... Read More
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