Stephen King's On Writing: A Memoir Of The Craft

Stephen King’s On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft comprises of the science-fiction author’s life experiences, which simultaneously act as a guidebook for writers. In the book, King incorporates 16 rules that aspiring writers should abide by. Though these rules pertain mostly to fiction authors, any type of writer can draw from his knowledge. Thus, instead of mindlessly reading a book over the summer, an AP Language and Composition student can also find something to learn from King. Of the rules laid out in the book, an AP Language and Composition student will find most helpful the rules on eliminating distraction, keeping appropriate pace, and the importance of reading. In On Writing, Stephen King emphasizes the importance of eliminating