Jessica Hendry Nelson

In a series of interconnected autobiographical essays, the author describes her suburban Philadelphia childhood with her addict father, a self-destructive brother and a mother that tries to keep her family safe in the midst of chaos. 10,000 first printing.

A Memoir

If Only You People Could Follow Directions

Sean Prentiss

A Writer's Guide and Anthology

Advanced Creative Nonfiction

"Whatever genre you are writing in - whether it's travel writing, memoir or sports journalism - this book will show you how you can improve your craft and your creative nonfiction writing. Bringing together in one accessible volume advice by two widely published writers and teachers and an anthology of great contemporary nonfiction for you to learn from, Advanced Creative Nonfiction: A Writers' Guide and Anthology also includes: ] Writing prompts and exercises throughout to help develop your writing skills and techniques ] Flash interviews with writers on their craft ] Coverage of a wide range of genres, including nature writing, spiritual writing and memoir ] Practical advice on workshopping, editing and publishing ] Reflections on truth and ethics in non-fiction writing"--

Advanced Creative Nonfiction: A Writers' Guide and Anthology offers expert instruction on writing creative nonfiction in any form-including memoir, lyric essay, travel writing, and more-while taking an expansive approach to fit a rapidly evolving literary art form. From a history of creative nonfiction, related ethical concerns, and new approaches to revision and publishing, this book offers innovative strategies and ideas beyond what's traditionally covered. Advanced Creative Nonfiction: A Writers' Guide and Anthology also includes: · An anthology of contemporary creative nonfiction by some of today's most inventive and celebrated writers · Advanced explorations into the craft of creative nonfiction across forms · In-depth discussion of truth, ethics, and memory · Practical advice on revision, editing, research, and publishing · Writing prompts and exercises throughout the textbook A companion website is also available for the book at http://www.bloomsburyonlineresources.com/advanced-creative-nonfiction

Jessica Hendry Nelson

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