Becoming a Writer By Dorothea Brande. 9780874771640

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Recommended by Man Booker winner Hilary Mantel in 2010 as Rule no.2 after getting an accountant, \""Read Becoming a Writer, by Dorothea Brande. Then do what it says, including the tasks you think are impossible. You will particularly hate the advice to write first thing in the morning, but if you can manage it, it might well be the best thing you ever do for yourself. This book is about becoming a writer from the inside out. Many later advice manuals derive from it. You don't really need any others, though if you want to boost your confidence, \""how to\"" books seldom do any harm. You can kick-start a whole book with some little writing exercise.\""This guide to becoming a writer was originally published in 1934. It focuses not just on plotting techniques or prose style, but on the process of\n\nBecoming a Writer\nThe Classic Bestseller\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tracked services.\n\nPlease note that the pri;