The Writing of Fiction

Book excerpt: Edith Wharton is renowned for her nonfiction work "The writing of Fiction" and provides classic guidance on Writing and reading. Wharton was the very first female to win, in fact, a Pulitzer Prize with this particular book becoming a rare nonfiction piece. It features a new introduction by Brandon Taylor and offers a rare look into Wharton's views on the arts of reading and writing. Wharton examines different issues with writing in this particular publication, which include character development, the art of crafting exquisite short stories, and the structure of a novel. Not simply a writing guide but a broad meditation by a great practitioner. Wharton draws on her great knowledge of being a renowned novelist renowned for her sharp critiques of upper-class culture in addition to her formal remarkable works. Edith Wharton's "The writing of Fiction" is a tremendous contribution to literary critique and Writing guidance. The very first female to win a Pulitizer Prize, this nonfiction book offers ageless guidance on reading and writing. Wharton, a author of books like "The Age of Innocence," "The House of Mirth," "The Custom of the Country," pertains her sharp critique and intimate understanding of upper class society to this novel. Wharton explores different facets in the literary craft in the book. She gives information on character development, short story writing and the bigger story structure of a novel. Her discussion goes beyond pure technical guidance; Her observations and experiences as a renowned novelist serve as a meditation on writing.