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The Making of a Writer

by Joan Lowery Nixon
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        Joan Lowery Nixon is the acclaimed author of more than a hundred books for young readers. Over the years, many of her readers have written to her to ask how they, too, can become published writers someday. From her first publication at age ten to her graduation from Hollywood High during World War II, this memoir, which includes advice as well as anecdotes, is her answer. Listening to her favorite programs on the radio, performing puppet shows at orphanages and hospitals, and writing love poems for high school classmates to send to soldiers overseas all planted the seeds from which a prolific writing career grew.
        Joan Lowery Nixon never forgot what her ninth-grade journalism teacher told her: “A writer must always have faith in herself. If you don’t believe in yourself, no one else will.” Both informative and entertaining, The Making of a Writer is a charming look at one writer’s beginnings.
 
“Nixon tucks her tips into a memoir that stands alone…A delightful look back at a time and a life.” –Booklist
 
“Her writing is clear and interesting, admirably blending her personal history, that of the nation, life lessons, and writing tips…[readers] will appreciate the insights she offers into her own life as well as the development of her signature style.” –VOYA
 
“A lively read…[with] clear and concise advice to writers.” –School Library Journal
 
“A lighthearted biography…It is a nicely focused take on something about the author.” –Kirkus Reviews

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  • Release date

    September 25, 2013

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      • ISBN: 9780307820464

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      • ISBN: 9780307820464
      • File size: 1816 KB

  • Languages

    • English

  • Levels

    • ATOS Level: 6.5
    • Lexile® Measure: 1000
    • Interest Level: 4-8(MG)
    • Text Difficulty: 5-7

  • Reviews

    • Publisher's Weekly

      May 1, 2002
      Joan Lowery Nixon, the four-time Edgar winner, reveals the life behind the craft in her memoir The Making of a Writer. An epilogue sharing the author's "Top Ten Writing Tips" encourages young hopefuls.

Formats

  • Kindle Book
  • OverDrive Read
  • EPUB ebook

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Languages

  • English

Levels

  • ATOS Level:6.5
  • Lexile® Measure:1000
  • Interest Level:4-8(MG)
  • Text Difficulty:5-7

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