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The Rewritten Word
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Aggie Villanueva (Goodreads Author)
Winner of the 2011 Global eBook Award for Writing/Publishing. The only How-to-Write book that has nothing to do with writing. It's all about rewriting. Whittle away what buries the art of your words beneath pulp, no matter the topic, no matter the genre.
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(first published October 1st 2010)
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The Rewritten Word: How to Sculpt Literacy Art no Matter the Genre – Review by Martha A. Cheves, Author of Stir, Laugh, Repeat
‘There is more to writing than putting many words to paper and more to rewriting than rearranging those words. Dreaming about writing won’t get you anywhere, and writing a thousand words a day won’t help unless you know what to do with those words.’
I don’t write novels but do occasionally write short articles pertaining to a dish I’ve just created or some other food relat...more
‘There is more to writing than putting many words to paper and more to rewriting than rearranging those words. Dreaming about writing won’t get you anywhere, and writing a thousand words a day won’t help unless you know what to do with those words.’
I don’t write novels but do occasionally write short articles pertaining to a dish I’ve just created or some other food relat...more
5.0 out of 5 stars Authoring Magic with Addition & Subtraction, October 11, 2010
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This review is from: The Rewritten Word: How to Sculpt Literary Art, No Matter the Genre (Kindle Edition)
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The Rewritten Word: How to Sculpt Literary Art, No Matter the Genre by Aggie Villanueva (Paperback - Oct 6, 2010)
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mind, get your butt into writing gear! I think after reading this book and with some help from friends, have gotten into the writing itch yet again. So thank you to Aggie and all! This book goes back to the basic folks so be prepared on this magical writing journey you are about to embark in. Ready? Set? Let’s go! I am the type of person that needs to be shoved into the right direction and Villanueva’s book does not disappoint. I would have to recommend this to all fellow writers when your stuck...more
Aggie's book is a quick read that can fit in your pocket. However, it is packed with useful information, with a step-by-step guide on what to look for when you rewrite. It even includes examples and instructions on how to take a piece you have written and make it better. Her techniques apply to all types of writing, from fiction to web articles.
While the author may seem a touch self-aggrandizing at times, the book is so well balanced with her humbling herself by pointing out where she could hav...more
While the author may seem a touch self-aggrandizing at times, the book is so well balanced with her humbling herself by pointing out where she could hav...more
Oct 18, 2010
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Aggie delivers a power-packed small booklet for authors, literary professionals, and even editors to review for their writing or works they are editing. She explains the importance of rewriting for authors, even if you don't understand how to do it. There are several examples on rewriting by omitting adverbs with endings of 'ly', verboten, first person, past/present/future tenses, and much more. She quotes from "Elements of Style" with use of numerals, anything 10 and up, can write as number ins...more
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The Rewritten Word is a brilliant little book! Villanueva tackles the "how-to" subject of writing with concise examples, lessons and exercises designed to help both the novice and established author. The information can be applied to fiction and nonfiction, as well as full length books, articles and essays.
This is not a dry read or boring guide. Villanueva entertains while she goes about demonstrating her points. A must for anyone looking to make his or her writing more dynamic.
This is not a dry read or boring guide. Villanueva entertains while she goes about demonstrating her points. A must for anyone looking to make his or her writing more dynamic.
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Aggie Villanueva hits the subject square in thejaw. I can't tell you how many times I've read a book, or tried to read a book, but have been turned off by the over use of words. Really. Sometimes, most of the time, less is more. Say what you mean and get on with it.
Aggie teaches authors that it's ok to get to the point, in fact, it makes your writing more interesting.
This is a book for every writer. Short, sweet and to the point!
Aggie teaches authors that it's ok to get to the point, in fact, it makes your writing more interesting.
This is a book for every writer. Short, sweet and to the point!
I had the privilege of editing and formatting this book. I gave Aggie permission to use my reaction on the back cover of the book: "This is really excellent advice and something many authors need. I know it will be extremely helpful not only to beginning writers but to experienced writers as well."
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Published at Thomas Nelson before she was 30, Aggie Villanueva published Chase the Wind, and Rightfully Mine, both Thomas Nelson 1980s, and is now an award-winning and multiple category bestseller in fiction & nonfiction at Amazon & Kindle category, also making Top Rated list in three c...more
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Published at Thomas Nelson before she was 30, Aggie Villanueva published Chase the Wind, and Rightfully Mine, both Thomas Nelson 1980s, and is now an award-winning and multiple category bestseller in fiction & nonfiction at Amazon & Kindle category, also making Top Rated list in three c...more
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