This classic story by the New York writer John Cheever is taut, effective, and offers a great example of how writers use place to showcase the vulnerabilities of characters. The relationship between father and son is heartbreaking; however, many respond deeply to this work. Notice in particular how Cheever opens this story and puts the […]
A Month of Revision (from Necessary Fiction)
This guide, A Month of Revision written by fiction writer Matthew Salesses for the magazine Necessary Fiction, articulates well why revision is so important to fiction and also gives clear “pro-tips” such as: how to “cut up” your story read aloud productively redirect your plot strong questions to ask about your character Lastly, because this […]
Twelve Contemporary Writers on How They Revise
Twelve Contemporary Writers on How They Revise (published on LitHub) offers quotes and links to other articles where twelve fiction writers discuss their own process of revision. This note is from George Saunders who wrote “Sticks,” the flash fiction we read in class. “I try to base my revision on a re-reading of what I’ve […]
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