What stands out about this textbook is the way it connects real-world examples to theory.
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The Making of a Story: A Norton Guide to Creative Writing
You will find that this textbook includes a list of online resources for extra help.
The Making of a Story: A Norton Guide to Creative Writing
A nice touch in this textbook is the cheat sheet for common formulas.
The Making of a Story: A Norton Guide to Creative Writing by Laplante, Alice
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