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From 'the godfather behind creative nonfiction' (Vanity Fair) comes this indispensable howto for nonfiction writers of all levels and genres, 'reminiscent of Stephen King's fiction handbook On Writing' (Kirkus).Whether you're writing a ragstoriches tellall memoir or literary journalism, telling true stories well is hard work. In You Can't Make This Stuff Up, Lee Gutkind, the goto expert for all things creative nonfiction, offers his unvarnished wisdom to help you craft the best writing possible.Frank, tothepoint, and always entertaining, Gutkind describes and illustrates every aspect of the genre. Invaluable tools and exercises illuminate key steps, from defining a concept and establishing a writing process to the final product. Offering new ways of understanding the genre, this practical guidebook will help you thoroughly expand and stylize your work.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'You Can't Make This Stuff Up'? A: 'You Can't Make This Stuff Up' primarily focuses on providing guidance for nonfiction writers across various levels and genres, offering practical advice and exercises to enhance their writing skills.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'You Can't Make This Stuff Up' is Lee Gutkind, known for his expertise in creative nonfiction.
- Q: What kind of writing does this book help with? A: This book helps with various forms of nonfiction writing, including memoirs, literary journalism, and other narrative styles.
- Q: How many pages does 'You Can't Make This Stuff Up' have? A: 'You Can't Make This Stuff Up' has a total of 288 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'You Can't Make This Stuff Up' was published on August 14, 2012.
- Q: Is 'You Can't Make This Stuff Up' suitable for beginners? A: Yes, 'You Can't Make This Stuff Up' is suitable for writers at all levels, including beginners looking to improve their nonfiction writing.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'You Can't Make This Stuff Up' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Does this book include exercises for writers? A: Yes, the book includes various tools and exercises designed to help writers develop their skills and understanding of creative nonfiction.
- Q: Is 'You Can't Make This Stuff Up' considered a reference book? A: Yes, this book falls under the reference category, making it a valuable resource for nonfiction writers.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: 'You Can't Make This Stuff Up' is available in an illustrated edition.