In a Field of Words: A Creative Writing Text

by Sybil Estess

For an Introduction to Creative Writing. An innovative text for beginning-level creative writing, this volume is designed to help aspiring writers find words for their stories and give them shape. It includes guidelines for writing fiction, creative nonfiction and poetry and features invaluable tips and techniques for getting started, solidifying ideas and finding help in all elements of writing. The text incorporates ample practice exercises.

288 pages, Paperback

First published May 5, 2002

Reviews

[Araminta Matthews]

THis book had a couple of good moments, but I'm finding most instructional texts are proving to be a bit cliche. I will at least applaud the inclusion of Sharon Olds and Jabberwocky. Well done on that!