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A classic book of advice for writers based on Zen practice
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What it is about
Natalie Goldberg offers short chapters on writing practice. She tells writers to keep their hand moving and not to criticize themselves. Her approach draws on her Zen meditation practice.
Who will enjoy it
Writers and journal keepers.
What you will get
A classic that still inspires new writers.
Writing Down the Bones Facts: Pages, Genre and Setting
Genre
Nonfiction · Writing · Zen · Practice
Length
171 pages · ≈ 5 h
More about this book
Characters
Natalie Goldberg.
Setting
The writer’s notebook.
What makes it different
A writing book built on short, simple practices.
Feel
Warm, simple and encouraging.
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Bird by Bird
What I Know for Sure
The Spark
The Blind Side
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