|
Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life |  | Author: Anne Lamott
Publisher: Anchor
Category: Book
List Price: $15.00
Buy Used: $2.49
as of 9/10/2010 18:04 MDT details
You Save: $12.51 (83%)
New (70) Used (247) Collectible (5) from $2.49
Seller: seattlegoodwill
Rating:  368 reviews
Sales Rank: 540
Media: Paperback
Edition: 1
Pages: 239
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
Dimensions (in): 7.9 x 5.1 x 0.7
ISBN: 0385480016
Dewey Decimal Number: 808.02
EAN: 9780385480017
ASIN: 0385480016
Publication Date: September 1, 1995
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
| |
| Features:
| • | ISBN13: 9780385480017 | | • | Condition: New | | • | Notes: BUY WITH CONFIDENCE, Over one million books sold! 98% Positive feedback. Compare our books, prices and service to the competition. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed |
|
| Also Available In:
|
| Similar Items:
| |
| Editorial Reviews:
Product Description
Some Instructions on Writing and Life
Amazon.com Review
Think you've got a book inside of you? Anne Lamott isn't afraid to help you let it out. She'll help you find your passion and your voice, beginning from the first really crummy draft to the peculiar letdown of publication. Readers will be reminded of the energizing books of writer Natalie Goldberg and will be seduced by Lamott's witty take on the reality of a writer's life, which has little to do with literary parties and a lot to do with jealousy, writer's block and going for broke with each paragraph. Marvelously wise and best of all, great reading.
|
| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 368
 I loved this book. August 21, 2010
Lou Lou (Melbourne, Australia)
A fantastic book that, unlike other writing books, doesn't read as condescending advice, more like wisdom handed down from an entertaining, self-depricating friend. Amusing, entertaining and inspiring ... what more could you ask for in a book?
 Bought this when I was in middle school... August 15, 2010
B. Robinson (Los Angeles, CA)
...but I never got past the first few pages.
Thankfully, I recently picked it up after graduating from uni this year. I have to say, the timing couldn't be more perfect. I'm glad whatever "cosmic"* pull forced me to buy this at a young age, and equally glad I waited this long to read it. Heavily recommended for new writers, old writers, and most importantly, those of us experiencing a certain emptiness--whether regarding writing, or life...although I'm sure Lamott (as well as myself) would argue the two are inseparable, anyway.
-b
*I put this in quotes not for irony, or humor, but because Lamott often uses the word in humor & seriousness. It's just a fun word.
Excellent!!! August 7, 2010
D. E. Camp (Philadelphia, Pa)
I bought it on the recommendation of someone whom I respect. I will definitely recommend it to others.
great creative writing tool! July 6, 2010
jysbooks
Got this book as a required text for a writing intensive English class. The book is full of helpful tricks and tools to aid in creative writing. If story, memoir, or any fiction writing gives you trouble, or you are just seeking advice or supplemental perspective, this would most likely be a helpful and entertaining read. Very quick and easy read!
A must for writers who need inspiration! July 6, 2010
Cindy Vine (Moshi, Tanzania)
This was a great book and Anne's insights on writing and the life of a writer were very entertaining. She made some really good points, gave some good tips and all done with a zany sense of humour!
Showing reviews 1-5 of 368
|
|
|
CERTAIN CONTENT THAT APPEARS ON THIS SITE COMES FROM AMAZON SERVICES LLC. THIS CONTENT IS PROVIDED ‘AS IS’ AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR REMOVAL AT ANY TIME. Copyright 2006-2007 1PhotographyBooks.Com. All Rights Reserved.In association with Amazon.com.
| |
