Travel Writing: See the World. Sell the Story.
by L. Peat O'Neil
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Author: L. Peat O'NeilEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2005-12-15
ISBN: 1582973814
Number of pages: 320
Publisher: Writers Digest Books
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Book Review: Great for the beginning travel writer
Summary: 5 Stars
Travel Writing by Peat O'Neil
An excellent book for the beginning travel writer. Ms. O'Neil includes a host of exercises contrived to sharpen the writer's senses and help to construct narrative. She also covers such things as how to plan your travel wardrobe and what to take along, building relationships with editors, side-line income and such.
She does give a short overview of guidebook writing (7 pages) but the bulk of the book is about writing articles--whether for magazines, newspapers or online markets. There is also a chapter on photographs. Although I have the newest edition, things change so fast that information on digital photography, taking notes (laptop? pda?) will always be a little behind the times.
Where O'Neil is best is in getting a grounding for travel writing. With every Tom, Dick and Mary writing up their voyages on the internet, it takes a lot to create a colorful, interesting article that is about a trip without being an ego trip. The author goes over the different types of articles, how to research an assignment, how to get an assignment. As many would-be authors are amazed to discover, travel writing requires work. This is a good starting point.Crafting the Travel Guidebook: How to Write, Publish & Sell Your Travel Book
Summary of Travel Writing: See the World. Sell the Story.
Perfect for seasoned pros or anyone just thinking about travel writing, this popular reference book explains how to accurately capture travels on the page. Now in a second edition, this version is: Updated with information on how the industry has changed and how the Internet can play into the dynamics of travel, travel writing and publishing Travel-sized for convenience, easy to pack in bags and to carry on day trips Written by a seasoned writer and travel pro Unique in its careful attention to both craft and technique, this revised classic will surely remain a bestselling title on travel writing for years to come.Travel writing is a lucrative and enjoyable writer's market, and this book may be your ticket. While planning your getaway, consider getting this book to prepare your pen -- before packing your bags. You may find vacations becoming your vocation!
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