Overview
The impact of the Internet on the writing profession is unprecedented, even revolutionary. Wired writers of the 21st century use the Internet to do research, to collaborate, to reach out to readers, and even to publish and sell their work. In this comprehensive reference, gems of wisdom are drawn from 14 leading journalists, book authors, writing instructors, and professional researchers in the literary field. These super-searching scribes share their online tips, techniques, sources, and success stories and offer advice that any working writer can put to immediate use.
Synopsis
The impact of the Internet on the writing profession is unprecedented, even revolutionary. Wired writers of the 21st century use the Internet to do research, to collaborate, to reach out to readers, and even to publish and sell their work. In this comprehensive reference, gems of wisdom are drawn from 14 leading journalists, book authors, writing instructors, and professional researchers in the literary field. These super-searching scribes share their online tips, techniques, sources, and success stories and offer advice that any working writer can put to immediate use.
Booknews
In Q&A format, 14 writers in a variety of genres and with varying degrees of technical know-how talk about how they use the Internet to gather facts, communicate with sources and other writers, reach their readers, and publish and sell their work. Those interviewed include novelists, playwrights, journalists, and the researcher who does the legwork for best-selling mystery writer Elmore Leonard. They cover topics such as favorite search engines, the accuracy of what they find online, and finding reference sources and articles. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)