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How to Be a Writer

Written by: Ruskin Bond
Narrated by: Shubhankar
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'Writing for me is the simplest and greatest pleasure in the world.'

How to be a Writer is peppered with nuggets of practical advice for every person who is aspiring to write and be published, all told in Ruskin Bond's characteristic understated, tongue-in-cheek, humorous style.So, what is it that a person requires the most to become a writer? A love of books, of language, of life, an observant eye and a good memory along with enthusiasm, optimism and persistence.This book is an exclusive glimpse into the writing credo of Ruskin Bond, an author who has had an incredibly successful writing career spanning over seventy years.

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The book is short and full of useful tips and tricks to become a good writer. I liked it very much. The narrator too did a good job. The best thing is that you get the list of the books you should read in order to help you write well.

Short and simple advice from the great author

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Wonderful book for young readers as well as the old alike.

The book captures Ruskin Bond's own journey as an author and why he writes.

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