On Writing; A Memoir of the Craft (Pub Meetup)
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We've been waiting to do this one for a very long time! This was the most requested book from our very first meeting over 5 years ago, but after a lot of thought I felt we should wait until we'd read all the books he talks about in this one.
Book blurb follows:
"Long live the King" hailed Entertainment Weekly upon the publication of Stephen King's On Writing. Part memoir, part master class by one of the bestselling authors of all time, this superb volume is a revealing and practical view of the writer's craft, comprising the basic tools of the trade every writer must have. King's advice is grounded in his vivid memories from childhood through his emergence as a writer, from his struggling early career to his widely reported near-fatal accident in 1999 -- and how the inextricable link between writing and living spurred his recovery. Brilliantly structured, friendly and inspiring, On Writing will empower and entertain everyone who reads it -- fans, writers, and anyone who loves a great story well told.
The meeting will probably last about 2-3 hours including drinks breaks.
Please look out for any great second hand versions, there are a load of great covers out there - do post them on here and/or bring them along to the meeting!
We will be meeting upstairs at the Prince of Wales pub (though please check this nearer the time in case plans change). Please do not bring in your own food or drink from outside as we rely on the pub letting us book the private room at no cost. The second session on Thursday will be on Zoom so if you are not able to attend in person in London then please RSVP to the second session.
