On Writing: A Memoir Of The Craft (A Memoir of the Craft (Reissue))

Name: On Writing: A Memoir Of The Craft (A Memoir of the Craft (Reissue))
Price: 11.99 USD
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Rating: 4.7 (20204 reviews)
Author: King, Stephen

by King, Stephen

Self Help Memoir

4.7 (20,204)

4.7 stars from 20,204 reviews. One of the highest rated Self Help books we track.

320 pages~5.3 hr readPublished by Scribner

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Perfect for you if...

You're an aspiring writer who wants to understand how one of the world's bestselling authors builds a book from scratch.
You're curious about King's creative process and willing to learn his practical habits rather than generic writing advice.
You appreciate memoirs that teach something useful alongside the personal story.

Maybe not for you if...

You're looking for a traditional King novel and don't want his non-fiction work instead.
You expect a tell-all about his personal life and scandal. This is craft-focused, not a juicy biography.
You want academic literary theory rather than a working writer's honest observations.

About this book

On Writing combines memoir with practical instruction on the craft of writing. Stephen King shares experiences, habits, and convictions from his life and career, drawing on vivid memories from childhood through his emergence as a writer, his early struggles, and his near-fatal accident in 1999. He explores how the connection between writing and living influenced his recovery. The book covers basic tools and techniques that King considers essential for writers. It is structured to be both practical and personal, offering a revealing view of the writer's craft alongside King's own story. The volume is intended for aspiring writers, fans, and anyone interested in how stories are constructed and told.

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Currently around #27K in the Kindle store — a steady mid-list seller. Climbing the charts — 32% improvement recently.

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Currently 4.7★ from 20,204 reviews

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