–Richard Marek, Former Editorial Director of Kirkus Reviews “Intelligent, important, valuable and entertaining instructions….It should be read by all novice writers–and by those whose books are already published but intend to write more.” Carrying the craft of writing beyond Strunk and White’s classic Elements of Style, this book should find a wide audience: public libraries sponsoring writers’ groups and workshops will want multiple copies.” “Novice and amateur writers alike will benefit from literary agent Lukeman’s lucid advice in this handy, inexpensive little book. The First Five Pages will help writers at every stage take their art to a higher - and more successful - level. With exercises at the end of each chapter, this invaluable reference will allow novelists, journalists, poets and screenwriters alike to improve their technique as they learn to eliminate even the most subtle mistakes that are cause for rejection. * Undeveloped characterizations and lifeless settings * Melodramatic, commonplace or confusing dialogue The First Five Pages reveals the necessary elements of good writing, whether it be fiction, nonfiction, journalism, or poetry, and points out errors to be avoided, such as And those outstanding qualities, says New York literary agent Noah Lukeman, have to be apparent from the first five pages. While it’s the job of these publishing professionals to be discriminating, it’s the job of the writer to produce a manuscript that immediately stands out among the vast competition. Literary agents and editors receive and reject hundreds of manuscripts each month. Whether you are a novice writer or a veteran who has already had your work published, rejection is often a frustrating reality. ![]() IF YOU’RE TIRED OF REJECTION, THIS IS THE BOOK FOR YOU. ![]() If you would like to listen to it, here are the links: I have also made the audiobook edition free, to give back to the writing community. ![]() If you are looking for writing or publishing advice, please contact me. If you are suffering from hardship, please contact me and I will send you the book for free! * Part of the curriculum in dozens of writing programs Strunk and White’s classic Elements of Style.” A Writer’s Guide to Staying out of the Rejection Pile
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