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Why I Write - (Back Bay Book) by  Will Blythe (Paperback) - 1 of 1

Why I Write - (Back Bay Book) by Will Blythe (Paperback)

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  • In this anthology, 26 writers illuminate the motivations at the heart of their creative lives in original essays that are as surprising and varied as their fiction.
  • Author(s): Will Blythe
  • 256 Pages
  • Language + Art + Disciplines, Writing
  • Series Name: Back Bay Book

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In this anthology, 26 writers illuminate the motivations at the heart of their creative lives in original essays that are as surprising and varied as their fiction. The contributors include Pat Conroy, Norman Mailor, Rick Moody and David Foster Wallace.



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To pursue a vocation like fiction writing these days demands an almost religious sense of mission. With so little chance of making a living, let alone a fortune, how does one come to terms with the impulse to write? In this landmark anthology, twenty-six of America's most exciting and accomplished writers of fiction illuminate the motivations at the heart of their creative lives in ways as surprising and varied as their fiction.



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"By turns cantankerous and dreamy, and an inspiration to writers and readers alike -- a living monument to the vitality and value of the writing life". -- KIRKUS REVIEWS
Dimensions (Overall): 8.6 Inches (H) x 5.52 Inches (W) x .65 Inches (D)
Weight: .75 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 256
Genre: Language + Art + Disciplines
Sub-Genre: Writing
Series Title: Back Bay Book
Publisher: Back Bay Books
Format: Paperback
Author: Will Blythe
Language: English
Street Date: September 1, 1999
TCIN: 1011329060
UPC: 9780316115926
Item Number (DPCI): 247-07-0847
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Q: What type of writing does this anthology feature?

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  • A: It features original essays that reflect the varied experiences of fiction writers.

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Q: What is the target audience for this book?

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  • A: The book is suggested for readers aged 22 years and up, particularly those interested in writing.

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Q: What themes are explored in the essays?

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  • A: The essays explore the motivations behind writing and the creative lives of the authors.

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Q: Who are some contributors to this anthology?

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  • A: Contributors include notable writers like Pat Conroy, Norman Mailor, Rick Moody, and David Foster Wallace.

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Q: What is the primary focus of this book?

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  • A: The book focuses on the personal motivations and experiences of writers in their creative journeys.

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