- Paperback: 72 pages
- Publisher: Fairwood Press (September 2007)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0966818423
- ISBN-13: 978-0966818420
- Product Dimensions: 19.3 x 12.4 x 0.8 cm
- Shipping Weight: 68 g
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #844,296 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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This working guide for the beginner writer is full of extremely useful suggestions. Piccirilli lets you know from the start that writing is serious business, but at the same time, the book is full of his offbeat, scathing humor. "...if anybody tells you that all you need is a lucky break, then tell them to shove off. Luck is about the worst thing that can happen in this biz, and it's no substitute for knowledge, experience, and skill." -Tom Piccirilli, from Welcome to Hell
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4.5 out of 5 stars (4 customer reviews)
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Great Guide for Beginning Writers, Aug 28 2000
By Regina Mitchell - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Welcome to Hell (Paperback)
Welcome to Hell reads like a conversation. Tom Piccirilli talks to the readers of this book--and he doesn't talk down. He discusses the business of writing and he makes it fun. The book covers everything from where to get ideas to networking to writer's block, but he never claims to hold the ultimate secret to being a fantastic writer. That's what makes this book so great. Tom is sincere in what he says and it comes through wonderfully. Told in a down-to-earth style, it seems like he's talking directly to you.With chapter titles like "Technique, Style and Watching Bob's Face Get Eaten," it's sure to make you smile--or even laugh out loud--as you're reading. It's nice to know that a professional can remain grounded after being so successful.
All beginning writers should give this a try. It's a fun read that's packed with helpful advice--and not very expensive at all.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Advice this good never comes this cheap, Aug 29 2000
By Michael Oliveri - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Welcome to Hell (Paperback)
I've read several "how to" books in the field of writing, and the majority of them are full of (what should be) common sense things like grammar, structure, and format. Or, they center on one element, say characterization, and drone on and on at length with needless filler. Finally someone has come along and written a book filled with solid advice in a clear, concise format. Piccirilli addresses everything from voice and signature to oft-ignored things like research and reading others' books. It's an entertaining book as well, not just a stuffy textbook. A great primer for the beginning writer.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
For the Working (and not Wannabe) Writer, Jan 21 2008
By Andrew Shaffer "Author, Blogger" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Welcome to Hell (Paperback)
Tom Piccirilli's slim "Welcome to Hell" is a good introduction to the writing business from a working writer. As Piccirilli states in the introduction, this is not a "How To" book. His tips about the writing business are not for the weak of heart--Piccirilli doesn't mince words. With chapter titles such as "I Could Be a Bestseller But I Just Don't Have the Time," you can be assured that you're getting real advice here and not just the usual "how to" tips and tricks for breaking into the business. It may be only 68 pages, so if you're looking for more advice I would recommend Stephen King's On Writing as a supplement.
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