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In this book of essays, over 40 successful writers in varied fields âpoetry, science, the performing and visual arts, psychoanalysis, journalism, literature and moreâ explore what drives them to write, and to work at their craft.

In contributions arranged under three headingsâ âœModels and Mentors,â âœUrges and Traumas,â and âœEvidence and Experiencesââeach writer explores their personal understanding of writing as a psychological necessity. In varying ways, these candid, often emotional essays reveal a range of intimate, mysterious and unpredictable purposes and motivations.

Driven to Write provides fresh, practical, and imaginative approaches to literary art for aspiring and established writers alike.

Driven to Write

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      Publisher Taylor & Francis
      Imprint Taylor & Francis Ltd
      Published 6/30/2025
      ISBN-13 9781032850115
      978-1032850115
      ISBN-10 1032850116
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      ELT & Literary Studies Literary theory

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      In this book of essays, over 40 successful writers in varied fields âpoetry, science, the performing and visual arts, psychoanalysis, journalism, literature and moreâ explore what drives them to write, and to work at their craft.

      In contributions arranged under three headingsâ âœModels and Mentors,â âœUrges and Traumas,â and âœEvidence and Experiencesââeach writer explores their personal understanding of writing as a psychological necessity. In varying ways, these candid, often emotional essays reveal a range of intimate, mysterious and unpredictable purposes and motivations.

      Driven to Write provides fresh, practical, and imaginative approaches to literary art for aspiring and established writers alike.

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