Writing in a New Convertible With the Top Down: A Unique Guide for Writers - Softcover

Bender, Sheila; Killien, Christi

Softcover

ISBN 10: 093608538X ISBN 13: 9780936085388

Publisher: Blue Heron Pub, 1997

Synopsis

Book by Killien, Christi, Bender, Sheila

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Review:

Like the first edition, but with three new, post-publication chapters, this second edition of Sheila Bender and Christi Killien's book on writing inspires by example. The bulk of it is a series of letters between the two writers, in which they discuss life and writing and how the two overlap; the letters are interspersed with writing exercises that develop from the correspondence. The metaphor of the convertible is an apt one; like a Sunday afternoon drive, this book unfolds in an unhurried manner, with the lessons it offers washing over you like a soft breeze. The letters often sound contrived, cutesy, and overly simplistic, but there are some nice kernels of truth. Additionally, we see how empowering it can be to find a writing partner with whom to discuss the process, the rejection, the loneliness, and the joy.

About this edition

• Publisher: Blue Heron Pub
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 093608538X
• ISBN 13: 9780936085388
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2