{"product_id":"9780141038544","title":"How NOT to Write a Novel","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003eHow NOT to Write a Novel\u003c\/strong\u003e, authors Howard Mittelmark and Sandra Newman deliver a refreshingly candid guide to the pitfalls of creative writing. With wit and insight, they explore the myriad ways aspiring authors can sabotage their own storytelling efforts, providing a humorous yet practical approach to the craft of writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is structured around a series of common mistakes that writers often make, from overwrought descriptions to clichéd characters. Each chapter highlights a particular faux pas, offering examples that are both entertaining and instructional. Through their unique lens, Mittelmark and Newman create a playful narrative that serves to educate writers on what to avoid, rather than simply outlining the dos of novel writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Readers Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumour and Insight:\u003c\/strong\u003e The authors' sharp wit keeps readers engaged while imparting valuable lessons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Written in a conversational tone, the book appeals to both novice and experienced writers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each mistake is accompanied by suggestions for improvement, making it a useful resource for refining one’s writing skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAnyone embarking on their first novel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWriters looking to hone their craft and avoid common traps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFans of Mittelmark and Newman's previous works, such as \u003cstrong\u003eWriting Fiction\u003c\/strong\u003e, who appreciate their keen insights into the writing process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e“A delightful companion for any writer seeking to navigate the treacherous waters of novel writing.”\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56237429981516,"sku":"9780141038544","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9780141038544_41d38426-f24b-4199-9e1f-ede9c4ae8090.webp?v=1765768216","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/en-us\/products\/9780141038544","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}