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The Writer Laid Bare

Emotional honesty in a writer's art, craft and life
By Lee Kofman
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The Writer Laid Bare by Lee Kofman delves into the intricacies of the writing process, offering an insightful blend of personal narrative and professional advice. The book explores how writers can harness their vulnerabilities and authentic experiences to enrich their craft. Through Kofman's guidance, readers are invited to reflect on their own creative journeys and are equipped with practical strategies to improve their writing skills.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by the personal and often complex journey of writing. It provides an insightful look into the vulnerabilities and revelations writers face, offering both guidance and inspiration for those looking to hone their craft or better understand the writing process. Perfect for writers and creative thinkers seeking deeper connection and motivation.

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The Writer Laid Bare is a book for everyone who loves the craft of good writing. Whether you are a voracious reader wanting to know more or an emerging writer yourself, best-selling author and writing coach Lee Kofman has distilled her wisdom, insight, and passion into this guide to writing and emotional honesty.

A combination of raw memoir and a professional writing toolkit, Lee examines her own life, rich in story and emotion, to reveal how committing to a truthful writing practice helped her conquer writer’s block and develop her own authentic voice.

‘Show don’t tell’ has never been so compelling.

Inspired by her popular writing courses, Lee also offers practical advice on drafts, edits, and how to achieve a life/writing balance. She discusses how combining her writing with motherhood led her to recognise that ‘the pram in the hall’ issue is real.

Plus, the ultimate reading list of books you really should read, from Chekhov to Elena Ferrante and Helen Garner.

The Writer Laid Bare takes us on an intimate journey into the magical and often challenging terrain an author inhabits. Kofman courageously shares with the reader her own probing writerly journey of self-discovery. - Leah Kaminsky

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The Writer Laid Bare by Lee Kofman has received positive attention for its blend of personal memoir and writing guide, offering insightful reflections on the creative process. Reviewers appreciate its honest and relatable exploration of the challenges and joys of writing, emphasising Kofman's candidness and ability to inspire both new and seasoned writers. It is praised for being an engaging and reflective educational resource in the writing field.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781920727550

Publisher: Ventura Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 March 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: Ventura Press

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Russian born, Melbourne based Lee Kofman is a highly regarded memoirist, novelist, editor, writing coach and a charismatic force in Australian literature.  Her writing and reading life began a long time ago in a remote Siberian village where she recited her first poem to an admiring crowd of illiterate babushkas. What followed was decades of wrestling with the art and craft of writing and passionate reading. 

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