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