The Writing Life
by National Book Award
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A stimulating glimpse of the trials and satisfactions of a writer's existence that should be satisfying for writers and non-writers alike. Eighteen National Book Award winners and nominees--including John Updike, E. Annie Proulx, and Gail Godwin--discuss the craft of writing.
Editions of The Writing Life
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ISBN |
Binding/Format Paperback |
Publisher Random House Inc |
Date 1995 |
Price $1.00 |
 Used, Very Good |
Publisher Notes
A collection of essays by and interviews with America's finest writers about their working lives, this book has been published to commemorate the 45th anniversary of the National Book Awards. Includes 10 pages of photos.
Media Reviews
"John Updike lists the writers who influenced his approach to the novel; E. Annie Proulx recounts being stuck on a train from hell during an ill-fated book tour....Gail Godwin describes the rituals that various writers perform as they begin the task of creation. Proceeds from this lively collection go to the National Book Foundation."
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