Practical guidance and advice on writing from professional authors.

Includes index. "Christy Ottaviano Books."

Dude, you are not alone -- Humor -- Riding the vomit comet : writing about disgusting stuff : an interview with Jon Scieszka -- Writes of blood, battles, and gore -- Superheroes and fantasy : an interview with Greg Trine -- Sports writing : an interview with Robert Lipsyte -- Freaky stories : an interview with Robert San Souci -- Draw first and write later : an interview with Jarrett Krosoczka -- Emotional writing isn't just for girls -- Keeping a writer's notebook -- Read to feed your writing -- Nuts and bolts : practical advice for guy writers.