The African American guide to writing and publishing non-fiction
1st ed.
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Author
Publication
2001 - Broadway Books, New York, New York (State)
Language
English
Word Count
87,500 words, Guess
Page Count
350 pages
Identifiers
- Internet Archiveisbn_9780767905787_0
- ISBN-100767905784
- ISBN-139780767905787
- Goodreads873402
- LibraryThing750553
and 3 more
- Library of Congress Control Number2001037714
- OCLC Control Number47182502
- Open LibraryOL3948466M
Classifications
- DDC808/.02/08996073
- LCCPN161 .R45 2001
Description
In college and graduate school, Jewell Parker Rhodes never encountered a single reading assignment or exercise that featured a person of color. Now she has made it her mission to rectify the situation, gathering advice and inspiring tips tailored for African Americans seeking to express their life experiences. Comprehensive and totally energizing, the African American Guide to Writing and Publishing Nonfiction bursts with supportive topics such as: Finding your voiceGetting to know your literary ancestorsOvercoming a bruised ego and finding the determination to pursue your dreamsGathering material and conducting researchTapping sweet, bittersweet, and joyful memoriesKnowing when to keep revising, and when to let goThe guide also features unforgettable excerpts from luminaries such as Maya Angelou, Brent Staples, Houston Baker, and pointers from bestselling African American authors Patrice Gaines, E. Lynn Harris, James McBride, John Hope Franklin, Pearl Cleage, Edwidge Danticat, and many others. It is a uniquely nurturing and informative touchstone for affirming, bearing witness, leaving a legacy, and celebrating the remarkable journey of the self.From the Trade Paperback edition.
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