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On Writing
- Narrated by: Stephen King
- Length: 7 hrs and 59 mins
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On Writing
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Publisher's Summary
In June of 1999, Stephen King was hit by a van while walking along the shoulder of a country road in Maine. Six operations were required to save his life and mend his broken body. When he was finally able to sit up, he immediately started writing. This book is the extraordinary result.
Critic Reviews
"This is the written equivalent of Delia Smith's How To Cook. And, like British home cooking, the world of popular fiction will be better off for it." (The Times)
"Not since Dickens has a writer had so many readers by the throat.... King's imagination is vast. He knows how to engage the deepest sympathies of his readers.... It is part biography, part collection of tips for the aspiring writer. In the final chapters, King tells, in graphic details, the story of his recent accident...a bizarre and absorbing story, told brilliantly by one of the great storytellers of our time." (Guardian)
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- Anonymous User
- 26-04-2019
Inspiring - and not because it's about writing
If you're over 50 (and no doubt under 50, too) you'll love how Stephen King recounts the stories behind the novels you grew up with. A charming autobiography that takes you simultaneously along two memory lanes - your own and his.
I read the book when it was first released in 2000 but hearing the man speak is a special treat. His funny, self-deprecating wit is a total delight.
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- Ilona
- 13-11-2019
Great advice and insight
A great mix of advice from a master writer and insight into the man behind all those great books.
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- Joss
- 16-05-2020
Awesome read
Really enjoyed this book. It was fantastic, made me laugh, made me giggle, made me sad in parts; and made me gasp in others. Another SK masterpiece.
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- Anonymous User
- 27-12-2019
not your standard book on writing
Theres a lot of darkness inside Stephen King's head, but there is more light in his heart. If you like writing, let him share them both with you and you'll pick up some gems.
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- Anonymous User
- 25-04-2018
a book anyone avid reader should partake in
the book may be about the process of writing but it is much more about the authors process and something of a character study. it's an interesting look in to the process and the history of Stephen King
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- Mick
- 18-02-2019
Very inspiring
An impressive window into the world of one of the world’s best fiction writers. King explains this book is not an autobiography, however it glimpses into his childhood and discusses his struggles and accomplishments breaking into the literary world. The book takes you into the mind of the writer and gives great advice for those up and coming. Lastly, King talks about his experience with and after the infamous van incident (it is up to you to research the tragic end). I loved this book.
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- Daniel
- 17-09-2018
Excellent.
This is not a writing tutorial. But it’s definitely worth reading. The blend of memoir and advice was fascinating and the content was easy to follow and logically organised in an enjoyable manner. King’s voice is excellent as well, and the audio quality is top notch throughout. All in all a very enjoyable experience, will probably be one of the few books/audiobooks that I will reread/listen.
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- Saman Attarian
- 17-07-2016
amazing!
Stephen will teach you how to write a story while telling you one :)
different to any of instructional books you have ever read.
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- Anonymous User
- 03-11-2021
Incredible
Such a fantastic insight into a lifetime love of writing as well as practical insights into the craft. 11/10 would read again
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- Reinecke
- 31-03-2022
what a great behind the scenes look
I loved it. I've been a fan since the early 90's and it's fascinating how Stephen king's mind works. I utterly enjoyed the book. I'd listen to him any time.
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