The Scene Book: A Primer for the Fiction Writer by Sandra Scofield (English) Pap

Description: The Scene Book by Sandra Scofield In this treasure-trove of wisdom from an award-winning author and teacher, both the beginner and the seasoned writer learn how to build better scenes, the underpinning of any good narrative. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A treasure-trove of scene-writing wisdom from award-winning author and teacher Sandra Scofield To write a good scene, you have to know the following: Every scene has an EVENT Every scene has a FUNCTION in the narrative Every scene has a STRUCTURE: a beginning, middle, and end Every scene has a PULSE The Scene Book is a fundamental guide to crafting more effective scenes in fiction. In clear, simple language, Sandra Scofield shows both the beginner and the seasoned writer how to build better scenes, the underpinning of any good narrative. Back Cover This father-son team combine their experience writing guidebooks and leading backpacking trips for the Yellowstone Institute and Glacier Wilderness Guides with tips from veteran FalconGuide authors to give backpackers the knowledge they need for a safe and enjoyable outdoor experience. Tip: On short trips carry food that does not need to be cooked, such as fruit, nuts, cheese, tortillas, granola, and crackers. Save weight and chores by leaving the stove at home. - Will Harmon, author of Wild Country Companion Author Biography Sandra Scofield is the author of seven novels, including Beyond Deserving, a finalist for the National Book Award, and A Chance to See Egypt, winner of a Jesse H. Jones Award for Fiction. Scofield has also written The Scene Book: A Primer for the Fiction Writer, as well as two memoirs, Occasions of Sin and Mysteries of Love and Grief, an excerpt of which won first place in Narratives 2014 Spring Story Contest. She is on the faculty of the Solstice MFA Program in Creative Writing at Pine Manor College. She divides her time between Missoula, Montana, and Portland, Oregon. Long Description A treasure-trove of scene-writing wisdom from award-winning author and teacher Sandra Scofield To write a good scene, you have to know the following: Every scene has an EVENT Every scene has a FUNCTION in the narrative Every scene has a STRUCTURE: a beginning, middle, and end Every scene has a PULSE "The Scene Book" is a fundamental guide to crafting more effective scenes in fiction. In clear, simple language, Sandra Scofield shows both the beginner and the seasoned writer how to build better scenes, the underpinning of any good narrative. Details ISBN0143038265 Author Sandra Scofield Short Title SCENE BK Language English ISBN-10 0143038265 ISBN-13 9780143038269 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 808.3 Year 2007 Subtitle A Primer for the Fiction Writer DOI 10.1604/9780143038269 Place of Publication New York, NY Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2007-03-27 NZ Release Date 2007-03-27 US Release Date 2007-03-27 UK Release Date 2007-03-27 Pages 272 Publisher Penguin Putnam Inc Publication Date 2007-03-27 Imprint Penguin USA Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:141682343;

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