Download or read book Tools of the Writer s Craft written by Sands Hall and published by Moving Finger Press. This book was released on 2011-06-01 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A mainstay of many college writing programs by the best-selling author of Catching Heaven. Sands Hall has developed these essays, stories and exercises during twenty-four years as a writing instructor and freelance editor.
Download or read book Writing Tools written by Roy Peter Clark and published by . This book was released on 2014-05-21 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of America 's most influential writing teachers offers a toolbox from which writers of all kinds can draw practical inspiration. "Writing is a craft you can learn," says Roy Peter Clark. "You need tools, not rules." His book distills decades of experience into 50 tools that will help any writer become more fluent and effective. WRITING TOOLS covers everything from the most basic ("Tool 5: Watch those adverbs") to the more complex ("Tool 34: Turn your notebook into a camera") and provides more than 200 examples from literature and journalism to illustrate the concepts. For students, aspiring novelists, and writers of memos, e-mails, PowerPoint presentations, and love letters, here are 50 indispensable, memorable, and usable tools. "Pull out a favorite novel or short story, and read it with the guidance of Clark 's ideas. . . . Readers will find new worlds in familiar places. And writers will be inspired to pick up their pens." - Boston Globe "For all the aspiring writers out there-whether you're writing a novel or a technical report-a respected scholar pulls back the curtain on the art." - Atlanta Journal-Constitution "This is a useful tool for writers at all levels of experience, and it's entertainingly written, with plenty of helpful examples." -Booklist.
Download or read book A Writer s Craft written by Kendall Dunkelberg and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2017-09-16 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This introductory creative writing text uses a unique, multi-genre approach to provide students with a broad-based knowledge of their craft, treating them as professional writers. Beginning by discussing elements common to all genres, this book underscores the importance of learning good writing habits before committing to a genre, encouraging writers to look beyond their genre expectations and learn from other forms. The book then devotes one chapter to each of the major literary genres: fiction, poetry, drama and creative nonfiction. These style-specific sections provide depth as they compare the different genres, furnishing students with a comprehensive understanding of creative writing as a discipline and fostering creativity. The discussion concludes with a chapter on digital media and an appendix on literary citizenship and publishing. With exercises at the end of each chapter, a glossary of literary terms, and a list of resources for further study, A Writer's Craft is the ideal companion to an introductory creative writing class. It has been listed as one of the 'Best Books for Writers' by Poets and Writers magazine.
Download or read book Wondrous Words written by Katie Wood Ray and published by National Council of Teachers of English (Ncte). This book was released on 1999 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines the theoretical underpinnings of how students learn to write from reading other writers; describes various kinds of inquiry designed to help teachers and students learn how to learn from writers; and includes thoughts from the author on writing and teaching, as well as a selection of resource materials.
Download or read book Welcome to the Writer s Life written by Paulette Perhach and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2018-08-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how to take your work to the next level with this informative guide on the craft, business, and lifestyle of writing With warmth and humor, Paulette Perhach welcomes you into the writer’s life as someone who has once been on the outside looking in. Like a freshman orientation for writers, this book includes an in-depth exploration of all the elements of being a writer—from your writing practice to your reading practice, from your writing craft to the all-important and often-overlooked business of writing. In Welcome to the Writer’s Life, you will learn how to tap into the powers of crowdsourcing and social media to grow your writing career. Perhach also unpacks the latest research on success, gamification, and lifestyle design, demonstrating how you can use these findings to further improve your writing projects. Complete with exercises, tools, checklists, infographics, and behind-the-scenes tips from working writers of all types, this book offers everything you need to jump-start a successful writing life.
Download or read book Crafting Writers K 6 written by Elizabeth Hale and published by Stenhouse Publishers. This book was released on 2008 with total page 271 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How do we teach elementary students to independently use the different elements of craft that are discussed and taught in lessons? We begin by honoring the reality that terms like voice, sentence fluency, and writing with detail are descriptions of where we want our students to be, not next steps on how to reach those goals. In Crafting Writers, K-6 Elizabeth Hale shows us how to identify specific elements of craft when assessing student work and planning instruction, and use them to teach students the specific craft techniques that will move them forward as writers. Liz offers practical information that teachers can use immediately in their classrooms. She also presents a concrete process for noticing craft in writing so teachers can develop and plan craft lessons based on their students' writing. Learning the techniques that make up good writing also allows teachers to see craft in many different levels of writing, a skill that is particularly powerful when conferring with below-grade-level writers. Additional chapters look closely at assessment and classroom management practices like group conferring. Most of us know good writing when we read it, but writing teachers need to know what makes it work. Filled with easy-to-use charts, and practical lessons, Crafting Writers, K-6 provides clear insight into identifying and teaching the small elements that make good writing successful.
Download or read book Solutions for Writing Dialog written by and published by Sandra Haven. This book was released on with total page 37 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Crafting Compositions written by Janet Giannotti and published by University of Michigan Press ELT. This book was released on 2004 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Integrated reading-writing practice for stronger, more confident writers
Download or read book ChatGPT for Every Writer written by Barrett Williams and published by Barrett Williams. This book was released on 2024-07-08 with total page 71 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: **Unlock Your Writing Potential with ChatGPT for Every Writer** Dive into the future of writing with "ChatGPT for Every Writer," a groundbreaking eBook designed to revolutionize your writing journey. Whether you're an aspiring author, seasoned journalist, diligent blogger, or passionate storyteller, this comprehensive guide provides the tools you need to harness the power of ChatGPT, transforming your creative process and boosting productivity. **Chapter 1 Understanding AI and ChatGPT** Embark on an enlightening journey with the fundamentals of AI and the intricate workings of ChatGPT. Explore the evolution of AI in writing, setting the stage for how ChatGPT can enhance your craft. **Chapter 2 Setting Up ChatGPT for Writing** Get started effortlessly with step-by-step instructions on account creation, basic setup, and seamless integration of ChatGPT with your existing writing tools. Streamline your setup to focus on what truly matters â your writing. **Chapter 3 Exploring ChatGPT's Capabilities** Unlock a treasure trove of features that ChatGPT offers. From generating ideas and developing outlines to refining vocabulary and style, this chapter ensures you never face a blank page again. **Chapter 4 Improving Writing Skills with ChatGPT** Elevate your prose with ChatGPT's assistance on grammar, syntax, and narrative crafting. Polish your drafts to perfection and improve your overall writing skills with AI guidance. **Chapter 5 Boosting Productivity with ChatGPT** Master time management, streamline research processes, and increase your writing efficiency. Learn how ChatGPT can be your productivity partner, ensuring you meet deadlines without compromising quality. **Chapter 6 Using ChatGPT for Different Writing Genres** Discover tailored strategies for fiction, non-fiction, journalism, blogging, and more. Adapt ChatGPTâs versatility to suit the unique demands of various writing genres. **Chapter 7 Collaborating with AI** Embrace the synergy of working with ChatGPT as a co-author. Maintain your unique voice while leveraging AI input to balance creativity and innovation. **Chapter 8 Overcoming Writer's Block** Wave goodbye to writerâs block with proven techniques for generating fresh ideas and staying motivated. ChatGPT offers solutions to keep your creativity flowing. **Chapter 9 Enhancing Creativity with ChatGPT** Expand your creative horizons with ChatGPTâs assistance in plot development, character creation, and setting crafting. Push the boundaries of your imagination. **Chapter 10 Utilizing Feedback for Improvement** Analyze suggestions, incorporate critiques, and embrace iterative writing. Continuous improvement becomes second nature with ChatGPTâs feedback loops. **Chapter 11 Ethical Considerations** Navigate the ethical landscape of AI-assisted writing. Address plagiarism concerns, maintain authenticity, and ensure responsible use of ChatGPT. **Chapter 12 Advanced Techniques with ChatGPT** Delve into advanced customization, tailoring ChatGPT to your writing style, and leveraging API for automation, making ChatGPT an indispensable tool in your writing arsenal. **Chapter 13 Case Studies and Success Stories** Be inspired by real-world success stories from authors, bloggers, and journalists whoâve transformed their writing processes with ChatGPT. **Chapter 14 Troubleshooting Common Issues** Resolve technical glitches, refine output quality, and tackle AI limitations with confidence using practical troubleshooting tips. **Chapter 15 Future of Writing with AI** Look ahead to the evolving capabilities of ChatGPT, explore predictions for AI in writing, and prepare for new opportunities in the ever-changing literary landscape. Unlock unprecedented creative potential and efficiency with "ChatGPT for Every Writer" â your ultimate guide to mastering the future of writing with AI. Transform your writing world today.
Download or read book The Way of the Screenwriter written by Amnon Buchbinder and published by House of Anansi. This book was released on 2005-09-07 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A story is a living thing. And you don't work on a living thing, you work with it. This is the way of the screenwriter, and it is something that writer and director Amnon Buchbinder believes all masterful screenwriters understand intuitively: learning how to work with story through a painstaking process of trial, error, and self exploration. Amnon Buchbinder draws on his knowledge as a teacher and his experience as a script doctor and a story editor to explore this creative process. Along the way he illustrates principles often inspired by the philosophy of Laozi (Lao Tze) with examples drawn from major motion pictures such as Memento and The Piano. For the beginning or seasoned screenwriter who aspires to more than mere competence, Buchbinder illuminates a path towards mastery of the craft. For the lover of the cinematic experience, he opens a curtain to reveal a rarely seen world behind the big screen.
Download or read book Thinking Tools for Young Readers and Writers written by Carol Booth Olson and published by Teachers College Press. This book was released on 2018 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In her new book, bestselling author and professional developer Carol Booth Olson and colleagues show teachers how to help young readers and writers construct meaning from and with texts. This practical resource offers a rich array of research-based teaching strategies, activities, and extended lessons focused on the “thinking tools” employed by experienced readers and writers. It shows teachers how to draw on the natural connections between reading and writing, and how cognitive strategies can be embedded into the teaching of narrative, informational, and argumentative texts. Including artifacts and written work produced by students across the grade levels, the authors connect the cognitive and affective domains for full student engagement. “This book seamlessly bridges the gap from research to everyday practice.... You get an extremely well-organized set of overarching instructional principles that are right for our era and brought to life through well-explained instructional guides and classroom activities.” —From the Foreword by Judith Langer, University at Albany, SUNY “I have always admired Carol Booth Olson’s work with secondary students and teachers. She now applies those essential principles and practices to elementary and middle school students. Bravo!” —P. David Pearson, professor emeritus, University of California, Berkeley
Download or read book Tools of the Writer s Craft written by Sands Hall and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of essays and exercises by award-winning novelist and writing instructor Sands Hall, author of the bestselling novel Catching Heaven and the play Fair Use. Sands has developed these resources during her years teaching at the Iowa Summer Writing Festival, the Squaw Valley Community of Writers, and the University of California at Davis.
Download or read book Creating Inclusive Writing Environments in the K 12 Classroom written by Angela Stockman and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2020-09-15 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Timely and accessible, this book offers tangible strategies that will help teachers plan and sustain writing workshop experiences that are responsive to the needs of their specific students. Angela Stockman helps teachers understand why some writers may fail to meet their expectations and how to help all writers reach their fullest potential. Organized in three parts, this book reframes common narratives about resistant writers, empowers teachers to design, lead and refine their workshop, and provides a toolkit to do so. The appendices and eResources included provide teachers with instructions for mini-lessons and learning targets that support multimodal composition, perfect for pre-service and in-service teachers.
Download or read book AI Writer written by Bhavik Sarkhedi and published by Bhavik Sarkhedi. This book was released on 2024-04-12 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writers must view AI not as a threat, but as an indispensable ally in the ever-evolving landscape of writing. These tools, far from replacing human creativity, serve as invaluable collaborators, enhancing the writer's ability to overcome obstacles and unlock new levels of innovation. By embracing AI, writers can transcend the limitations of traditional methods, tapping into a wealth of resources and capabilities to refine their craft. With AI-powered tools, writers can effortlessly overcome challenges like writer's block, generating fresh ideas and refining their prose with newfound efficiency. This partnership between writer and AI fosters a symbiotic relationship, where human intuition and creativity combine with AI's analytical prowess to produce truly exceptional work. Moreover, collaboration with AI enables writers to connect with readers on a deeper level, crafting stories that resonate and inspire. By viewing AI as a co-author rather than a competitor, writers can harness the full potential of technology to propel their storytelling into a new era of possibility. So let's embrace this partnership, harness the power of AI, and embark on a journey of exploration and innovation in the world of writing.
Download or read book Peer Coaching for Adolescent Writers written by Susan Ruckdeschel and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2009-11-13 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Aligned with state and IRA/NCTE standards, this book offers clear steps and reproducible forms for using student-to-student interactions to help adolescents become more proficient writers.
Download or read book Basic Tools for Beginning Writers written by Betty Schultze and published by Pembroke Publishers Limited. This book was released on 2008 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practical book offers effective and creative activities that help young students master the skills they need to grow as writers. Among the topics discussed, the book thoroughly explores the important beginning steps, such as: putting pencil to paper;identifying and printing letters of the alphabet; exploring sound-symbol matches. Basic Tools for Beginning Writers recognizes that story and image are good ways to introduce students to concepts. The making of a simple word such as "go" is told as a story, the combining of onsets with rhymes seen as a slide, and the learning of the alphabet is shown as a rap or jive. Game formats designed to stimulate learning incorporate all aspects of language--talk, phonemes, words, and sentences. Throughout the book, teachers will find "Making It Simpler" and "Increasing the Challenge" sections to help adapt activities to the needs of both struggling and more accomplished students. Teachers will find many opportunities to incorporate essential skills in everyday routines that range from the four stages of the Morning Message to techniques for promoting printing, writing and reading in learning centers.
Download or read book The Sell Your Novel Tool Kit written by Elizabeth Lyon and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2002-12-03 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ENHANCE YOUR CHANCES OF GETTING YOUR NOVEL PUBLISHED WITH THIS ONE-OF-A-KIND GUIDE Writers often spend years perfecting their first novel—then hit a dead end when it comes to getting it published. Learning to market your novel will make it stand out from the thousands of other books clamoring for the attention of an ever shrinking number of publishers. In this book, Elizabeth Lyon offers the wisdom of more than twenty years of experience as an author, book editor, writing instructor, and marketing consultant. Step-by-step, she details what editors want, what questions to ask them, and how to develop a marketing strategy. You will learn: · How to categorize your novel, and the sixteen ways of describing it · Nine ways of selling your novel · Descriptions of the jobs of literary agent, editor, and writer · Examples of actual story synopses, and successful query letters—in all the genres · How to prepare sample chapters · Thirty questions a writer needs to ask a prospective agent
