Letters to a Young Writer

'Excellent This slim volume cannot fail as a pick-me-up' Observer_______________________Comprising fifty-two short pieces, Letters to a Young Writer is a direct address to the artistic, professional, and philosophical concerns that can challenge and torment an author. Ranging from practical matters of authorship such as finding an agent, the pros and cons of creative writing degrees and handling bad reviews through to the more joyous and celebratory, this is an essential companion to any author's journey and a deeply personal work from one of our greatest literary voices. 'A warm, open-hearted paean to the joys of writing' Sunday Times 'Practical writing advice meets a heartfelt love song to creativity' Irish Times