The Maeve Binchy Writers' Club

February 15, 2010
In this motivational guide for aspiring writers, Binchy displays the same generosity of spirit that has endeared many of her fictional characters to readers of her best-selling novels. Presented in the form of chatty letters, Binchys missives range from the practical to the inspirational. Writing in the intimate tone of a longtime confidante, she doles out encouragement, inspiration, and advice in equal measures for scribblers of every genre and every literary medium. Binchys heartfelt belief that everyone is capable of telling a story, and her commitment to giving fellow storytellers a confidence boost, shines through in her always sparkling, humorous prose. Suggestions from other writers, agents, editors, and publishers are included throughout, and as an extra bonus, some short stories previously unpublished in the U.S. are included. Binchy fans will be curious; budding authors will be stimulated.(Reprinted with permission of Booklist, copyright 2010, American Library Association.)