The Faith of a Writer : Life, Craft, Art

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Summary: Beautiful Memoir
Review: This is a lovely piece, not meant to be a guide on how to write, which I think the negative reviewers are in need of, but rather it is a brief glimpse at her creative process. She is in love with the written word, and this book is no less eloquent than any of the novels or short stories she has written.

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Summary: Bound to Inspire
Review: This is not a "How To" book but a collection of various Oates essays (some new and some older) on the often daunting craft of writing and on the writer's life in general. It is wise, fun, and rich with examples on the trials, the joys, and the blessings of writing from a diverse assortment of classic and contemporary authors...with lots of food for thought. This inspiring rumination is sure to ignite the creative fires which makes it a great and appropriate gift for writers at any stage in their career.