Prose discusses how "the well made sentence transcends time and genre." She believes the writer who is concerned about what constitutes a well-constructed sentence is on the right path. She reminds the reader that words are the "raw material out of which literature is crafted." Challenging the reader to stop at every word, she suggests the following question be asked: "What is the writer trying to convey with this word?" Prose encourages the reader to slow down and read every word. Close reading helped her solve difficult obstacles in her own writing. Closely reading books, Prose studied word choice and sentence construction. She answers the question by suggesting that although writing workshops can be helpful, the best way to learn to write is to read. Prose discusses the question of whether writing can be taught. She uses examples from literature to demonstrate how fictional elements, such as character and dialogue, can be mastered. Subtitled "A Guide for People Who Love Books and for Those Who Want to Write Them," - Prose shares how she developed her writing craft through writing and reading. Reading Like a Writer is a writing guide by American writer Francine Prose, published in 2006.
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