Wise advice on plot, character, and style from a legendary Esquire editor: "Every aspiring fiction writer ought to read this." -- Writer's Digest
Over the course of his long and colorful career as fiction editor for Esquire magazine, L. Rust Hills championed the early work of literary luminaries such as Norman Mailer, John Cheever, Don DeLillo, Raymond Carver, and E. Annie Proulx. His skill at identifying talent and understanding story made him a legend within the industry as an unparalleled editor of short fiction.

Writing in General and the Short Story in Particular is a master class in writing -- especially short story writing -- from the master himself. Drawing on a lifetime of experience and success, this practical guide explains essential techniques of writing fiction -- from developing character to crafting plots to effectively employing literary techniques. Clear and concise enough for any beginner but wise and powerful enough for any pro, Writing in General is a classic to be savored by both aspiring and seasoned writers.

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