How to Become a Famous Writer Before Youre Dead: Your Words in Print and Your Name in Lights
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There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later. This is on my Best Books for Writers list, and I often talk about it when I teach at conferences and workshops. Author Ariel Gore is So Funny, yet has so much good material in this book. You will devour every page, and won't be able to put it down! One person found this helpful. Ariel Gore is a writer who knows how to write and how to teach other writers how to write. She will motivate you to get your ass in gear and work on your craft, and she will do it while making you laugh out loud.
Every writer who wants to be a lit star should read this book, and get working. It may not make you a famous writer no book you read can do that for you, as I know all too well , but it will make you a better writer, and not too many books can easily do that. One person found this helpful 2 people found this helpful.
Staying connected helped me remain loyal to my dream. As a result I'm on my way to publishing several books. It all began upon reading this one and hearing I can do it and how. I've had the privilege of meeting Ariel at a reading for The End of Eve and I must say she's everything I thought she'd be and more in person. This book is zany, in the best way. For those stuck in their technical minds, you will at least like the interviews. Great interviews with some famous authors admired by many. It's a delight to hear their opinions, after brazen questions posed by Ariel.
Outside of that, this book is unusual, and I mean that as a huge compliment. It's about time something different showed up. Ugh, so much sameness in this world. The real value of this book is how it speaks to your creative side, and urges it back to life. I can do it. I can be weird, and that's okay.
Be creative, be true to the words you want to express. It's fuel for your Super-Hero Alter-Ego. That aspect of the work is so refreshing and uplifting.
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It is simply uninhibiting, which so often we writers need to get back to, that freshness of ourselves washed out by all the technical stuff. Ariel offers a brand of truthfulness this world sorely lacks. As a fellow Portlander, I am also pleased when one of my neighbors take to heart: More of the zany, please. My creative juices are again renewed. I thought this had a wide variety of voices giving excellent information. Note that the title says "Famous" not "Rich," that's intentional!
Like many I bought the book, read the book, but never became a writer. Write a review Rate this item: Preview this item Preview this item.
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How to become a famous writer before you're dead: Offers writers expert tips on how they can get their work published and achieve fame and literary success, with practical advice on how to improve their writing, market their work, and get the best promotion. Allow this favorite library to be seen by others Keep this favorite library private. Find a copy in the library Finding libraries that hold this item Oregon authors Additional Physical Format: Gore, Ariel, How to become a famous writer before you're dead. Internet resource Document Type: Ariel Gore Find more information about: Reviews User-contributed reviews Add a review and share your thoughts with other readers.
Add a review and share your thoughts with other readers. Similar Items Related Subjects: Linked Data More info about Linked Data. Home About Help Search. Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions. Here are links to the authors interviewed: In this page volume, Ariel Gore tells it like it is and takes her readers through the process of first establishing a writing lifestyle and then getting the polished and written work out there.
This challenge in particular was definitely one that resonated with me and made me want to challenge myself to do something similar. In the very end, I was glad that I picked up this book and that it turned out to be such an insightful source of information. Jul 25, Riki rated it really liked it Shelves: Ariel Gore has written on of my favorite writing books of all time. It is equal parts solid information and heartwarming inspiration written with an irreverent and humorous spin. She takes you down the path of getting your words on paper with wit and a healthy dose of sarcasm.
Give Yourself a Lit Star Makeover, Gore discusses why you're not too old, too poor, too crazy, or too anything to be a writer now.
How to Become a Famous Writer Before You're Dead: Your Words in Print and Your Name in Lights
She encourages the aspiring writer to mine their crazy and milk their weirdness Ariel Gore has written on of my favorite writing books of all time. She encourages the aspiring writer to mine their crazy and milk their weirdness for all it's worth. There are interviews with writers who have made their dreams come true with hard work and perseverance as well as a discussion about the pros and cons of an MFA or journalism program.
Master Your Craft, Gore gets into the nitty gritty of the actual writing. Gore doesn't promise magical formulas and insists wisely that writing takes practice. She discusses the value in rushing a book out in a month via programs like National Novel Writing Month in order to boost productivity and allow yourself the freedom of making mistakes.
Gore also breaks down important elements of writing, urging the reader to focus on good listening skills and proper word usage. Publish Before You're Ready, Gore advises the reader not to fear starting small. Blogs and zines get your writing out in the public eye and are an excellent start to publishing. From there she encourages writers to consider submitting short stories and essays to anthologies. Play With the Big Dogs, Gore discusses the reality of the publishing world and offers practical tips, like being nice to Interns and how not to piss off editors.
Other necessary and practical advice covered here is meeting deadlines, knowing your details about size and genre, and how to handle rejection. Become a Brazen Self-Promoter, Gore presents information on how to do press right once you've got a book to sell. She covers press kits, journalists, tours, and all aspects of successful self-promotion. A bonus in this section is a great interview with Margaret Cho.
This is an excellent resource for writers of any level.
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Whether you're yet to put your first words on paper or have been lucky enough to pen the words The End, there is sage advice in the pages of this lighthearted book. Sep 23, Ciara rated it it was amazing Recommends it for: Feb 10, David rated it it was amazing. But Dave…you are a writer! I have to admit, the sheer brazen nature of this book appealed to me. The act of self-promotion requires an incredible amount of confidence--or at least the great ability to fake it.
In this book, author Ariel Gore advocates all manner of self-promotion and creativity in the attempt to make a name for yourself. In many ways, this could serve as a companion piece to my other favorite book about writing, No Plot, No Problem, by the founder of National Novel Writing Month, Chris Baty, which also advocates plowing ahead beyond self-doubt to do the wonderfully ridiculous act of writing a 50 thousand word novel in 30 days.
The best advice any writer can ever get is simply to write. Ariel Gore starts the book with a powerful hook: Gore says she will help her, that they should meet and have coffee and talk about how she can help her become a literary superstar. But of course, life gets in the way, and before they can ever get together to talk, her friend has a seizure and dies, at age All the advice in this book is what she would have said to her if they had ever had that meeting.
The book itself is a rollicking run through the craft of writing and self-promoting, and is an inspirational tribute to her friend, the writer. I recommend this to any writer who needs a kick in the butt, or anyone who just needs to be reminded that all art is worth the struggle. Mar 10, Allison Floyd rated it really liked it Shelves: This book was gifted to me, and was my introduction to Ariel Gore, and boy am I glad for both of these things.
As someone who was making great writerly strides and has been subsequently derailed by gainful employment and the fact that writing—both the act and the process of putting it out there—is frequently, well, really discouraging , this was just the sort of writerly shot in the arm I need right now. Although she's most likely never met you, you get the sense that Gore sincerely believes in This book was gifted to me, and was my introduction to Ariel Gore, and boy am I glad for both of these things. Although she's most likely never met you, you get the sense that Gore sincerely believes in you, is rooting for you, and knows just what you need to do become a self-styled lit star.
In less skillful or sincere hands, this tone could have been a smarmy, condescending disaster. Instead, it's an excellent blend of tea and sympathy with strong medicine and tough love. Real, practical suggestions are offered here, from the writing assignments doled out by the interviewees, to resources and advice for self-publishing, making a zine, and getting a tour together, all presented in a warm, funny, conversational style that makes you feel like you're hearing it from a friend.
The possibilities feel real and, well, surprisingly possible. I look forward to doing the assignments, to self-publishing my novella, to making a public spectacle of myself, and to being a self-styled lit star. Thank you, Ariel Gore! Jul 31, Susan Davis rated it it was amazing. As Ariel's inspiration to write this book came from a promise to a young writer who tragically died before she had the chance to mentor her, for that reason alone, this book has particular relevance for me.
Writing is usually a very solitary experience - so new writers in particular, really need a connection to good mentors if they ever expect to be heard or earn a living at writing. This book can serve as one of those great writing mentors. Even an experienced writer can glean a lot from this b As Ariel's inspiration to write this book came from a promise to a young writer who tragically died before she had the chance to mentor her, for that reason alone, this book has particular relevance for me.
Even an experienced writer can glean a lot from this book, with all of its attention to newer forms of publishing. It reads like a good friend who is giving you all of the best that they have, culminating from a near-lifetime of work experience in your field of interest.
This book is filled with inside information that any writer can use to inspire, motivate and challenge. It's also entertaining, filled with great humor and advice that only someone who understands what it really is to be a writer would ever know about. She scatters little writing exercises throughout which, when completed, can provide a great release and fun way to really get your creative juices flowing. Above all, this book points to publishing and promotion strategies that some writers may either have not known about, considered or tried - which all may lead to other opportunities.
In that way, it is invaluable - as it really covers the new landscape of publishing for writers. May 14, Rhlibrary added it Shelves: Instead of removing herself and writing yet another cold-glass how-to book, she takes a refreshing humorous-narrative approach. By merely sharing anecdotes and allowing us to draw from them what we like, she builds a rapport with her audience and manages to avoid coming across as authoritative or patronizing.
Or are there just too many for anyone to track them all? Even an experienced writer can glean a lot from this b As Ariel's inspiration to write this book came from a promise to a young writer who tragically died before she had the chance to mentor her, for that reason alone, this book has particular relevance for me. AmazonGlobal Ship Orders Internationally. Taking a standardized test soon or just want to improve your math skills? Outside of that, this book is unusual, and I mean that as a huge compliment.
And she swears a lot. Feb 10, Debbie rated it it was amazing Shelves: One of my favorite books on writing to date. Part one covers the personal side of becoming the writer you ultimately want to be. Part two is a more technical discussion of craft with Dos and Don'ts.
In the third and fourth parts she explains in colorful detail the many ways to self-publish or work with big publishing houses and everywhere in betwe One of my favorite books on writing to date. In the third and fourth parts she explains in colorful detail the many ways to self-publish or work with big publishing houses and everywhere in between.
In the final section she talks about selling yourself, in query letters, at open mic nights, and everywhere else to get your name out there. Her message being, name recognition opens doors. This book differs from other inspirational writing memoirs by focusing on all aspects of the process not just the personal side of "read, write, repeat. If you want to be a writer and make a career out of it you have to do more than just write.
Ariel Gore gives you the map marked with roads to success on the personal and public sides of writing.
With interviews from a variety of contemporary, successful authors, she shows the reader and "rising lit star" there are many possibilities. Her positive, funny, and blunt style makes this informative book inspirational. Jan 16, Jillian rated it it was amazing Recommended to Jillian by: Broad, hip and inspiring. Favorite tips were "keep your mouth shut" on page 39, "develop a superhero alter ego" on p. Boy, would I Broad, hip and inspiring. Boy, would I love to know who that mean author was.
Like Gore, I've been to an author's reading where the woman was so rude that I never read her books again. I don't want to reveal Gore's secrets, so you'll have to read to know more. I'm inclined to say that if you only read two books on writing because whoever reads just one? There are no discussion topics on this book yet. Farrar, Straus and Giroux will publish Bluebird: Women and the New Psychology of Happiness in January Books by Ariel Gore.
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