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Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life
 

Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life

by Anne LAMOTT

Some Instructions on Writing and Life (read review)

Top tags: writing,  memoir,  nonfiction,  humor,  anne lamott (all tags)

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Clara Jane
  • Rated 4 stars

“I've now read this book twice as well as several other books about writing and, although I still enjoy this one, it is not my favorite. She does however make a point to remind us why it is important to continue writing and she has some excellent practical advice for young writers.”

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  • Rated 4.236994 stars
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  • Rated 4.5 stars
  

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  • Kym

    kym said:

    “Great book for writers, or want to be writers. Although it is brutally honest, and a little off the wall, it really is a true glimpse into a writers world. I would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to write or is an unpublished author. You will be inspired to keep writing.”

    posted Tuesday, May 13 2008
  • Melissa S

    melissa s said:

    “A quirky read. Hilarious at times, though somewhat "draggy" in-the-between. There are things with regard to writing that I can "relate" with Ms. Lamott and there are also those I think were unnecessarily exaggerated. Was recommended by my friend's friend.”

    posted Thursday, January 17 2008
  • E Bennet

    e bennet said:

    “It's a great book for aspiring writers, especially for ones to write fiction or even a novel, who don't want to be lectured, instead really learn from real thoughts of a writer. ”

    posted Saturday, December 1 2007
  • Quilter K

    quilter k said:

    “I think this is a fantastic writer's book. I love her writing, and especially the way she teaches about writing. I listened to one of her workshops on cassette and it was wonderful! I laughed AND cried!”

    posted Thursday, November 29 2007
  • EBianca

    ebianca said:

    “She's funny! And she is a great writer who is good at disecting what she does for others. What a great set of skills. I want to read more of her books now. ”

    posted Thursday, November 29 2007
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