On Writing by Stephen King
A Memoir of the Craft
This book is a memoir that serves as a guide for aspiring writers. The author shares his journey as a writer, his struggles, and his successes, while also providing practical advice on the craft of writing. It delves into the mechanics of writing, the importance of reading, the role of an editor, and the perseverance required to be a successful writer. The book also discusses the author's near-fatal accident and how it impacted his writing process, emphasizing the importance of resilience and dedication to the craft.
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- Published
- 2000
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 288-320
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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- Jak Pisać. Pamiętnik Rzemieślnika
- O Pisanju
- On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft
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This book is on the following 9 lists:
- 6th on The Ideal Library (Book)
- 14th on The 30 best nonfiction books of the last 30 years (Los Angeles Times)
- 21st on The New Classics - 100 Best Reads from 1983 to 2008 (Entertainment Weekly)
- 64th on The 100 best books of the 21st century (The Guardian)
- 368th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 100 Great Narrative Nonfiction Books (The Electric Typewriter)
- The 75 Best Books of the Past 75 Years (Parade Magazine)
- The Ultimate Book Bucket List: The 75 Best Books Of All Time (Refinery29)
- Time Magazine's All-TIME 100 Best Non-Fiction Books (Time Magazine)