On Writing: A Memoir Of The Craft Audiobook

" I was never a Stephen King fan because I don't like horror, but I came to deeply respect his commitment to the writing craft through this book. There were a few moments where I was thinking "ooo, that advice is going to ruffle some feathers". Overall, I would read this book again. It's more of a memoir than an instructional and in some ways, that makes it a better instructional on the writing craft than any how-to book. "

" In some comments below I read that every writer should read this book and I 'd like to paraphrase it, though. Every English teacher must read this book. I did enjoy it. "

" Stephen King begins this book with an autobiographical sketch of his life. It was fascinating to hear the stories from his childhood, and these stories helped me understand why he writes horror novels. The second section of the book focuses on his writing tips based upon many years of successful writing. Although I did not agree with everything, I certainly did pick up helpful ideas. I did not enjoy the profanity, but otherwise the book was very entertaining and interesting. "

" I wouldn't think that a book with writing advice could be so entertaining, but it is, thanks to the myriad of funny and bizarre stories from Stephen King's early life. It made a big difference hearing King himself narrate this book, giving it a more real and personal quality. "

" Enjoyed this book. Read by Stephen King himself so you get all the emotion and feeling the author intended. Very practical and logical advice. I enjoyed the humor and honesty as well as the imagery. Mr. King is a master of language as a tool to entertain and inform. Thanks so much for this book Mr. King. "

" Every writer needs to read this book. "

" Oddly inspiring. Makes me feel personally connected with King, which was not my expectation going into a book on writing. A must read for writers of every stripe. "

" Great veteran advice from one of the most successful authors. The second half of the book(the advice) is solid, short and to the point. Covers the high points of college courses without all the fluff. "

" Fascinating look into the master of writing. "

" Never have I been more a fan of Stephen King than I am now reading this book. He's tough, smart, insightful, and as always a world class story teller. "

" Great book, a very good source for wanna be writers. i thought of it as as a biography and self explanation tool. i enjoyed it as a non fiction book, same as i enjoyed reading most of his fiction work. Big Fan. "

" I enjoyed his book on writing far more than I've ever enjoyed any of his actual writing. "

" Merlin Mann keeps pluggin it. Might as well read it. "

" I really enjoyed this book, but want to put a disclaimer on my review. Through all the laughs (and there were times when I was pretty much in tears) and provocations to thought there were senseless vulgarities. There is some worthwhile material, but be ready to flip over sections of crudities. "

" A nice perspective on how to write and be a writer. A good short autobiography of the author as well. "

" The definitive book on how to write "

" Best book on writing I've read simply because it refuses to give you a formula like most books on the subject. "

" Un libro illuminante. Non ho altre parole per descriverlo altrettanto efficacemente. "

" A must-read for any aspiring writer. "

" Super good, even if you don't agree with his principles of composition. Worth reading, even if you are not a writer. "

" Best book I've read on writing. Ever. "

" Brilliant read, King delves into all the nooks and crannys and tells it like it is. From his very humble beginnings through to his success now. Includes the harrowing details of his brush with death after being run down by a truck. Genuine inspiration to any aspiring author, "

" A completely unpretentious amalgam of King's influences and habits. He, in effect, says,"This is what works for me. Take it or leave it." A completely inspiring, instructive, and entertaining book for writers and non-writers but especially for writers. "

" One of my all time favorites--have probably read this book five times! "

" Practical, honest, and inspiring. One of my top five books on the craft of writing. A must have for writers or those who aspire to write. "

" It kills me to give such a low review but this book was truly awful. I would suggest it only if you have trouble with insomnia. This will put you right to sleep "

" One of my favorite books (on writing), from one of the master novelists of our time. "

" Good and inspirational read for me as a writer. "

" Best book for readers about writing. "

" Enjoyed this book a great deal, the only thing that decreased my enjoyment was the author's language usage. I heard this book recommended again and again by authors and now I understand why. "

" This is my second time reading this book and I love it even more this read. "

" I was so surprised how much I liked this book. "

" he even said that Abigail Thomas's book A Three Dog Night was best memoir...totally agree! "

" King dodges and weaves a bit in the beginning but in later chapters, when he comes down to the craft of writing, he swings a powerful left hook. Know your subject -- read fours a day and write four hours a day. "

" Not for the faint hear-ted, King speaks with a strong voice, opinions that are not to be apologized for, and with endearing vision, eloquence, as well as, helpful information to the novice willing to listen & take notes. "

" One of the best writing books ever1 "

" Required reading for writing. Quite readable too. "

" me encanta este libro....siempre pensé que jamás leería un título de King, me imaginaba muerta de miedo....pero este me dejó muerta de la risa....lo disfruté en toneladas "

" I cannot recommend this book enough for anyone who wants to write. I found myself putting my Kindle down about every ten pages and saying, 'Oh My God Stephen, I completely relate". Worth very penny! "