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Warm, funny advice for writers and for anyone facing a big task
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What it is about
Anne Lamott shares lessons on writing, including shitty first drafts and taking things one short assignment at a time. The title comes from her father’s advice to her brother, who was overwhelmed by a school report on birds. The book is also a memoir of life.
Who will enjoy it
Writers and readers who like personal essays.
What you will get
The title comes from a story told in the book.
Bird by Bird Facts: Pages, Genre and Setting
Genre
Nonfiction · Writing · Craft · Humor
Length
237 pages · ≈ 7 h
More about this book
Characters
Anne Lamott.
Setting
The writer’s desk and her life.
What makes it different
A very human, funny writing guide.
Feel
Warm, funny and honest.
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