The Joy of Writing: A Guide for Writers Disguised as a Literary Memoir

Drawing on his fifty years as an award-winning journalist and author of some of the finest books on Canadian history, Pierre Berton has written a witty and practical guide for writers. With almost every book a bestseller, clearly this writer knows what it takes to succeed in the publishing world. From the all-important rule of "knowing your audience" and other essential writing tips to down-to-earth advice on dealing with agents, publishers, and editors, The Joy of Writing covers every aspect of non-fiction writing and includes interviews with twenty-seven of Canada's leading writers. Illustrated with more than thirty manuscript pages from Pierre Berton's own works. Includes Interviews With Alex Barris - Ted Barris - Jack Batten - Fred Bodsworth - June Callwood - Stevie Cameron - Robert Collins - Elaine Dewar - Will Ferguson - Trent Frayne - Bob Fulford - Charlotte Gray - Richard Gwyn - Stephen Kimber - Ken McGoogan - Roy McGregor - Linda McQuaig - Farley Mowat - Knowlton Nash - Peter Newman - Stephanie Nolen - John Sawatsky - Russell Smith - Edna Staebler - Walter Stewart - Betty Jane Wylie - Jan Wong From the Hardcover edition.