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Books for That writer

I have two writing books I've read and would seriously recommend if you want to become a writer. I've always been into poetry but I've been really bad with writing stories. These two books have inspired me and I have written a 12,000 word story (which is still being edited) in under a month! (I'm pretty sure it was within a month).
Even if you don't want to write books, it can still help you with writing poetry. With writing it is essential to do it daily. Honestly. Writing everyday really has helped me with my creativity! I have no idea why but I have a thing for writing love poetry. Moving on, on to the two books.
The first one is How to Write your First Novel by Sophie King.










219pages at £9.99 (read it from your library before you buy to see if you want it long term) Non-Fiction

Summary: An in depth guide to how to write a story. From story planning to ideas and when to write there's a chapter for every question you might have!

Pros: I believe you could probably finish it in a day. You can easily navigate your way through the chapters you're interested in, perhaps plotting or endings, or even how to get published, there's clearly defined contents and each chapter title.
She shares publishers, agents and author advice which is very useful! Also she shares her own tips, it was a good book to start off with as it was relatable and simply written.
She also shares tips, exercises and excerpts which are good because it feels like you can really studying the art of writing. I bought a book to do all the exercises in and it's come in handy!

Cons: not suitable for all ages I feel like it's more of young adult to older adults book, it's easy to understand but I personally wouldn't recommend it to children. I just don't think children would understand it as well.

Rating: 4/5

The next one is The Positively Productive Writer by Simon Whaley
183pages at £11.99 again try before you buy. Non-fiction.





Summary: this book is a good book to follow after reading How To Write your First Novel because it's focus is on how to make use of your time once you've started writing. So from finding your creativity spaces and writing goals to how to keep motivated throughout your writing journey.

Pros: easy to read, he had funny stories in there as well. The advice was practical and I implemented most of things he suggested!

He's really encouraging and supportive! Most writing books are so inspiring and he honestly made me feel like I could do anything! Certainly does it what it says! Positive! And he has so many tips and advice! I learnt from him that writing letters to magazines (whether it's an opinion piece, a suggestion or complaint)  can earn money! Also writing articles on what you know, you'd be surprised at how much of a expert we are, on a range of things (from something you studied, to somewhere you've been articles are a good way to get recognition! ) 

Cons: the same thing really it's not for children.

Rating: 5/5

There you have it folks! Two awesome books for aspiring writers! Your library might even have better ones! If you read any good ones let me know! 

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