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OverviewHow many people would kill to be a bestselling novelist? Especially one like Janet Evanovich.Writers want to know how a bestselling author thinks, writes, plans, and dreams her books. And they are primed for a book from Janet Evanovich that tells, in a witty Q&A format: - How she comes up with such remarkable characters - How she nails the perfect name every time - How she finds out insider details - Just how she sets up those masterful plots - What the life of a full-time writer is really like - What she'd tell an aspiring author about the publishing industry - And much, much more! How I Write details the elements of writing and publishing a novel, and addresses all categories of fiction-from mystery/thriller/action titles to romance; from stand-alone narratives to series. It offers practical and inspiring advice on such subjects as structuring a plot and handling rejection. And it combines one of today's most successful fiction writers with Ina Yalof, a published non-fiction writer who teaches creative fiction. HOW I WRITE is the perfect reference for anyone looking to improve their writing, and for those fans who are hungry to find out more about just how Janet Evanovich ticks. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Janet Evanovich , Ina Yalof , Alex EvanovichPublisher: St Martin's Press Imprint: St Martin's Press Dimensions: Width: 13.90cm , Height: 1.70cm , Length: 21.00cm Weight: 0.227kg ISBN: 9780312354282ISBN 10: 0312354282 Pages: 240 Publication Date: 19 September 2006 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Out of Stock Indefinitely Availability: In Print ![]() Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock. Table of ContentsReviewsNo less than her plotting, Evanovich's characterizations are models of screwball artistry. The intricate plot machinery of her comic capers is fueled by inventive twists. -- The New York Times<br> <br> Evanovich's series is as addictive as Fritos--and...not losing any of its salty crunch Evanovich serves up consistently craveable goodies. -- People <br><br> Plum is one of fiction's most irresistible heroines. -- Seattle Post Intelligencer <br><br> Evanovich is the crown princess of detective fiction. -- Bookpage <br><br> Evanovich is brilliantly evocative. -- Denver Post <br><br> No less than her plotting, Evanovich's characterizations are models of screwball artistry. The intricate plot machinery of her comic capers is fueled by inventive twists. -- The New York Times<br> <br> Evanovich's series is as addictive as Fritos-- and...not losing any of its salty crunch... Evanovich serves up consistently craveable goodies. -- People <br> Plum is one of fiction's most irresistible heroines. -- Seattle Post Intelligencer <br> Evanovich is the crown princess of detective fiction. -- Bookpage <br> Evanovich is brilliantly evocative. -- Denver Post <br> Author InformationJanet Evanovich is the author of the Stephanie Plum books, including One for the Money and Sizzling SixteenIna Yalof is a full-time writer with eight published books and countless magazine articles. She teaches writing at Dartmouth College's continuing education program. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |