Now write! : Science fiction, fantasy and horror ; speculative genre exercises from today's best writers and teachers /
edited by Laurie Lamson.
- New York : Jeremy P. Tarcher/Penquin, a memeber of Penguin Group (USA), 2014.
- xvi, 367 p. ; 21 cm.
"Featuring speculative fiction-writing exercises from Harlan Ellison (R), Piers Anthony, Ramsey Campbell, Jack Ketchum, screenwriters of The Twilight Zone and Star Trek: The Next Generation, and many more. The fifth volume in the acclaimed Now Write! writing-guide series offers a full toolbox of advice and exercises for speculative fiction writers hoping to craft an engaging alternate reality, flesh out an enthralling fantasy quest, or dream up a bloodcurdling plot twist, including: -Harlan Ellison (R), on crafting the perfect story title -Jack Ketchum, on how economy of language helps create a truly frightening tale -Piers Antony, on making fantastical characters feel genuine and relatable This collection of storytelling secrets from top genre writers-including winners of Nebula, Hugo, Edgar, and Bram Stoker awards-is essential for any writer looking to take a leap beyond the ordinary"--
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Science fiction--Authorship. Fantasy fiction--Authorship. Horror tales--Authorship. English language--Rhetoric--Problems, exercises, etc. Novela--Ténicas. Arte de escribir. Creación literaria, artística, etc.