Writing Fantasy and Science Fiction
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published:1st May '05
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back
Part of the successful Writing Handbooks series Written by experienced author and teacher New edition includes advice on self-publishing and on-line publishing
What makes fantasy different from other types of fiction? How do you build a science fiction world? Does magic need rules? From outer space to cyberspace, from The Lord of the Rings to Harry Potter, fantasy and science fiction are more popular with readers than ever before, and offer a unique set of challenges to the writer.What makes fantasy different from other types of fiction? How do you build a science fiction world? Does magic need rules? From outer space to cyberspace, from The Lord of the Rings to Harry Potter, fantasy and science fiction are more popular with readers than ever before, and offer a unique set of challenges to the writer. Award-winning author Lisa Tuttle draws on her own experience as writer, editor and teacher to offer practical advice and encouragement to the aspiring fantasy and science fiction writer. The book covers ideas, world-building, language, structure, short stories, writing for children, finding an agent and markets.
'A delight to read...From beginning to end the advice given by Sarah LeFanu is creative and useful.' suite101.com (March 2011)
ISBN: 9780713672442
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 264g
192 pages