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Here's the book writers have been waiting for Covering every aspect of the creative journey, The Novel Writer's Toolkit shows readers how to:
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Aug 05, 2010
Jacqui rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Bob Mayer's book is a great start for writing a novel. I review it before I write a novel to remind myself of the traits I need to follow and refer back to it when I'm stuck on a scene that just doesn't sound right. It is a powerful reminder of what works if/when you lose your way. Mayers includes topics on characteristics of a writer, tools for day-to-day writing (fairly trite, though i enjoy the entire atmosphere of writing so it was fun to read), what to write, preparation for writing, elemen More...
Dec 19, 2011
Suzie rated it: 3 of 5 stars
I had high hopes for this book. Guess I should have read the Amazon reviews then I would have realized that it's written for beginning writers. Not that that's a bad thing. Novice writers need guidance, too, but there are already so many books geared to them and I've been past that stage for a while, so I look for other things.

Full review at <a href="http://suziequint.blogspot.com/2011/08/novel-writers-toolkit-review.html" Falling in Love with Romance</a>
Mar 11, 2009
Elizabeth rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Good book on writing
Jun 29, 2009
Sheila added it
I took a class taught by Bob Mayer. It was insightful and productive. He was a great teacher and a nice man.
Sep 05, 2011
Kristen added it
I think that Bob Mayer offers some of the most practical and straightforward writing advice out there.
Aug 19, 2011
M.E. rated it: 4 of 5 stars
I'm in the midst of this book. So far, I have learned a great deal from Bob regarding my aspirations as an author. He does not fluff this book with false encouragement. He does address the facts! That's exactly what we need as prospective published authors.
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Jan 29, 2012
Monique rated it: 5 of 5 stars
This is a great reference for both novice and expert fiction writers. It's insight and easy to understand instructions are ones that I go back to time-and-time again.
May 14, 2009
Teresa rated it: 5 of 5 stars
This is a fabulous book for writers. I use it over and over again. It's easy to follow and very helpful. T
Nov 10, 2010
Jan rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Great book. Good solid information.
Feb 12, 2012
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