Creative Nonfiction, Reference, Writing 

From back cover: "Nonfiction is in the facts. Creative nonfiction is in the telling. It goes far beyond reporting. The creative nonfiction writer is intrigued by an event, a life, a conflict...goes out to uncover facts, details and opinions...and shapes it all into a piece of artistic truth delivered in a compelling narrative voice. A fresh perspective. With interesting turns of phrase, fresh metaphors, lively and often scenic presentation. Creative nonfiction reads like fiction, but stays loyal to the Truth. It's a fine line that Philip Gerard walks with confidence, style and utter zeal...looking at the world with an unflinching eye and offering it up with all the skill of a master storyteller. With the same clarity and passion, Gerard offers instruction and advice to help you create pieces so compelling, so engaging, readers will never forget them. He takes you with him on an assignment to show you how to uncover 'what really happened.' And he shows you how to tell your story with power, grace and honesty."