Tell It Slant, Second Edition

Tell It Slant, Second Edition

Five stars for <i>Tell It Slant</i> ... An enlightening, comprehensive, and very satisfying text on writing and shaping creative nonfiction."<br />--<b>Sheila Bender,</b> editor and publisher of writingitreal.com and author of <i>Writing and Publishing Personal Essays</i><br />When the poet Emily Dickinson wrote, "Tell all the Truth but tell it Slant," she provided today's writers of creative nonfiction some sound advice: tell the truth but don't become mere transcribers of day-to-day life. Whether you are writing a memoir or researched essay, the award-winning authors will guide you along the journey, using intensive instruction and an abundance of writing exercises. You will learn how to find a distinctive voice, use prompts to get started and keep writing, discover stories in impossible places, tackle (and enjoy) background research, and more.<br /><br />This second edition includes a new chapter on publication--print, digital; an update on "The Particular Challenges of Creative Nonfiction" chapter to include references to James Frey and other controversies regarding nonfiction ethics; and an expanded resource section and bibliography.<br /><br /><b>For sample syllabi and links to additional readings, check out the Tell it Slant, 2nd Edition Website</b>: mhprofessional.com/sites/tellitslant/