The Portable Creative Writing Workshop
Select Format
Select Condition 
Book Overview
How do writers write? What do they do when they're stuck for ideas? Or how do they take those still vague ideas to the next level, maybe even all the way to publication? Whether you belong to a... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1906614776
ISBN13:9781906614775
Release Date:September 2013
Publisher:Dedalus Press
Length:220 Pages
Weight:0.70 lbs.
Dimensions:0.5" x 5.5" x 8.5"
Customer Reviews
2 ratings
Excellent!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 22 years ago
As one of those people labouring under the illusion that I might have something worth writing, I attended one of Pat Boran's workshops and was awed by the simplicity of his creative machinery. His quirky and expressive character is reflected in this most pragmatic book, which describes essential ideas of plot progression, scene construction, and character development in a quizzical and imaginative way. Practising his exercises I found ideas and insights falling practically out of nowhere. Possibly one of his most impressive techniques is the way in which to get in touch with your inner muses and tap into the raw material of character that will give depth and contrast to the people who populate your stories. Not only that, but it also opens the doors to seeing everything around you in a new light; suddenly everything becomes vital and important!A pleasure to read, easily digestible, practical, enjoyable, and drawing on a wide range of influences, this book should be in every aspiring writer or poet's armoury.
Brilliant
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
Pat has done what few writer's can--re-invent the process. His exercises not only reach deep into the muse of one's subconscious, but is an excellent tool for those who wish to emulate the prose style of Irish writers. I use this book with high school students as well as undergrad and grad--the results are awe-inspiring.
Copyright © 2025 Thriftbooks.com
Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information | Cookie Policy | Cookie Preferences | Accessibility Statement
ThriftBooks ® and the ThriftBooks ® logo are registered trademarks of Thrift Books Global, LLC
ThriftBooks ® and the ThriftBooks ® logo are registered trademarks of Thrift Books Global, LLC
