Lisa Selvidge publishes a new Writing Fiction Workbook, both a coursebook and a workbook, as well as a general reference book on how to write fiction

This concise and practical Writing Fiction Workbook is loosely based on an online course in prose fiction developed for Continuing Education at the University of East Anglia. It not only guides you through the whole process of writing a story from beginning to end, there are also many exercises on getting started, how to structure stories, developing characters, playing with viewpoint and how 'to murder your darlings'.

In addition to the many exercises and tips for beginning writers, the workbook leads the writer on an often rocky yet rewarding journey through writing. At the end of which, he or she will, hopefully, have written a short story – and much much more.

‘This workbook provided me with all the necessary tools to start, shape and finish my first short story. User-friendly, practical and stimulating it is a vital asset for those who are starting to write.’ Evangelia Avloniti

‘This is a really comprehensive introduction to the art and craft of writing fiction. The workbook takes the reader from sources of inspiration to polishing the final draft and through every tricky stage between. The appendices are a treasure-trove of useful resources. Crispin Wickenden

About the author:

Lisa Selvidge has an MA in Creative writing from the University of East Anglia and has taught creative writing in the UK for ten years. She was involved in the BBC – Get Writing website and has developed many writing courses. She is currently living in Portugal, teaching online courses and running writing holidays. She is the author of The Trials of Tricia Blake (2006) and A Divine War (to be published later this year).

Link to author website: http//www.lisaselvidge.com
Link to Publication: http://www.lulu.com/lisa9