Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #249907 in Books
• Published on: 2001-03-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 176 pages

Synopsis
When writers make their descriptions fresh, they move their stories forward and imbue their work with atmosphere. Monica Wood helps squeeze the greatest flavour from language and provides insight into how detail, editing, style, point of view and original word depictions can be used to create unforgettable images that will stick with readers for a lifetime.

Customer Reviews

dissapointing
i have just managed to finish reading this - it was a struggle. the book is probably 5% useful instructions and 95% lengthy examples. i found the constant flow of (exaggerated) examples extremely over-whelming. barely is she finished - 'look what we did here' when she moves on to the 'and here' but dont forget 'this example' . had she spent more time telling us directly how to 'show or tell the reader' - rather than bombarding the reader with countless examples - it would have been easier to absorb. i have learned more on description from general 'how to write a novel' books, than i have from this.

Description, Description, Description....
One of the best books i have ever read, introducing the subject of...you've guessed it...DESCRIPTION. Whether this is new to you, or used to improve your writing skills, it will not fail to please you. Here you'll explore how to use setting as the basis for creating dramatic, engaging stories.
You'll learn about:
- Detail
- Plot
- Style
- Point of View
- Word selection
Wood teaches by example, in a clear and concise manner. Developing stories with characters in various situations will never be so difficult again!
Buy it for yourself and you will soon see an improvement in your writing. Also, there is a brilliant list of descriptive alternatives to common VERBS and NOUNS.