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What is the role of the writer? Prophet? High priest of art? Court jester? Or witness to the real world? Looking back on her own childhood and writing career, Margaret Atwood examines the metaphors which writers of fiction and poetry have used to explain - or excuse! - their activities, looking at what costumes they have assumed, what roles they have chosen to play. In her final chapter she takes up the challenge of the title: if a writer is to be seen as "gifted", who is doing the giving and what are the terms of the gift?

The craft of writing offers countless potential problems: The story is too long; the story's too short; revising presents a huge hurdle; writer's block is rearing its ugly head. In Help! For Writers, Roy Peter Clark presents an "owner's manual" for writers, outlining the seven steps of the writing process, and addressing the 21 most urgent problems that writers face. In his trademark engaging and entertaining style, Clark offers 10 short solutions to each problem.

Step into the world of authors with the Writers Way Podcast, as we uncover their individual approaches to writing and the fascinating tales that lie beneath their stories. Each episode features intimate interviews with accomplished authors from various genres, uncovering the secrets of their craft. Whether you’re an aspiring writer seeking guidance or a book lover curious about your favorite authors, join us for invaluable insights into the world of literature. So grab your favorite beverage and cozy up as we listen to them.