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How I Write

Secrets of a Bestselling Author

Author: Janet Evanovich with Ina Yalof

How I Write

How I Write

About This Book

From #1 bestselling author Janet Evanovich comes a book of questions and answers about writing that every aspiring writer will want to hear
Page Count
272
On Sale
09/19/2006

Book Details

How many people would kill to be a bestselling novelist? Especially one like Janet Evanovich.Writers want to know how a bestselling author thinks, writes, plans, and dreams her books. And they are primed for a book from Janet Evanovich that tells, in a witty Q&A format:
- How she comes up with such remarkable characters
- How she nails the perfect name every time
- How she finds out insider details
- Just how she sets up those masterful plots
- What the life of a full-time writer is really like
- What she'd tell an aspiring author about the publishing industry
- And much, much more!

This book details the elements of writing and publishing a novel, and addresses all categories of fiction-from mystery/thriller/action titles to romance; from stand-alone narratives to series. It offers practical and inspiring advice on such subjects as structuring a plot and handling rejection. And it combines one of today's most successful fiction writers with Ina Yalof, a published non-fiction writer who teaches creative fiction. HOW I WRITE is the perfect reference for anyone looking to improve their writing, and for those fans who are hungry to find out more about just how Janet Evanovich ticks.

Imprint Publisher

St. Martin's Griffin

ISBN

9781429916011

In The News

“No less than her plotting, Evanovich's characterizations are models of screwball artistry. The intricate plot machinery of her comic capers is fueled by inventive twists.” —The New York Times

“Evanovich's series is as addictive as Fritos--and...not losing any of its salty crunch… Evanovich serves up consistently craveable goodies.” —People

“Plum is one of fiction's most irresistible heroines.” —Seattle Post Intelligencer

“Evanovich is the crown princess of detective fiction.” —Bookpage

“Evanovich is brilliantly evocative.” —Denver Post

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How I Write

How I Write