Tell It Slant, Third Edition

by Miller, Brenda; Paola, Suzanne

• ISBN13: 9781260454598
• ISBN10: 1260454592
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781260454604
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780071444941, 9780071781770
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2019-08-09
• Publisher: McGraw Hill
• More Book Details

About This Book

Tell It Slant: An Introduction to Creative Nonfiction

Tell It Slant is a comprehensive textbook designed for creative writing and nonfiction courses. It's a go-to resource for students and educators alike, offering a detailed exploration of creative nonfiction principles and meeting scope and sequence requirements for typical introductory creative writing courses.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in introductory creative writing and nonfiction courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the basics of creative nonfiction, including aspiring writers looking to develop their skills and professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of narrative techniques.

History and Editions

The third edition of Tell It Slant has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and discussions on creative nonfiction techniques. This edition includes detailed updates on narrative clarity and accuracy, and addresses representation issues in examples and exercises. It also includes a modular approach and a wealth of examples with detailed, conceptual explanations, building a strong foundation in the material before asking students to apply what they've learned.

Author and Other Works

Brenda Miller and Suzanne Paola are the authors of Tell It Slant. Brenda Miller is known for her engaging, conversational writing style and her ability to explain complex concepts clearly and simply. Suzanne Paola brings her expertise in creative nonfiction to the text, ensuring that it remains current and relevant. Both authors have written extensively on creative writing and nonfiction, making this book a valuable resource for students looking to delve into the world of narrative storytelling.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781260454598
• eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9781260454604
• Softcover: ISBN-10: 1260454592 (ISBN-13: 9781260454598)

Publication Details

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill
• Publication Date: August 9, 2019
• Number of Pages: 336
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

Other editions and formats of Tell It Slant are available, ensuring that students can access the book in their preferred format. The detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats, making it easier to find and access the book.

Table of Contents

Cover
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
Contents
Preface to the Third Edition of Tell It Slant
Part I Unearthing Your Material
1 The Body of Memory
2 Writing the Family
3 “Taking Place”: Writing the Physical World
4 Gathering the Threads of History
5 The Body of Identity
6 Writing the Arts
7 Glorious Facts: Research and the Research Essay
Part II The Many Forms of Creative Nonfiction
8 The Tradition of the Personal Essay
9 Innovative Forms: The Wide Variety of Creative Nonfiction
10 Mixed-Media, Cross-Genre, Hybrid, and Digital Works
Part III Honing Your Craft
11 The Particular Challenges of Creative Nonfiction
12 The Basics of Good Writing in Any Form
13 The Writing Process and Revision
14 The Power of Writing Communities
15 Publishing Your Creative Nonfiction
16 Putting on Our Editors’ Hats
Part IV Anthology
Reading as a Writer
1 The Fine Art of Sighing
2 Leap
3 Jumping the Fence
4 To Keep an Ear to the Ground
5 Of Smells
6 On Touching Ground
7 Perdition
8 The Night My Mother Met Bruce Lee
9 The Coroner’s Photographs
10 Because, the Ferguson Verdict
11 First
12 Math 1619
Appendix I: Good Habits for Healthy Writers
Appendix II: Resources for Writers
Credits
Index
About the Author